Demetris Afxentiou, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

These REITs Are Beating the Market: Are You?

March 22, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

REITs remain incredibly lucrative investments for income-seeking investors, and REITs such as SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:SRU.UN) are poised…

Tech Stocks

This Strategic Agreement Between 2 Tech Titans Has Potential

March 22, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) forged a strategic agreement this week that will be mutually beneficial to both…

How to Consistently Beat the Market and Become Rich

March 19, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Great long-term holdings such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) have outperformed the market and will continue to do so.

Investing

This Bargain-Priced Restaurant Stock Screams Growth!

March 16, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

With a proliferation of dining options, a new acquisition, and superb growth strategy, Cara Operations Ltd. (TSX:CARA) is a worthy…

Dividend Stocks

2 Discounted Stocks for Investors to Buy Now

March 16, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is one of several companies that are still trading at discounted rates with massive long-term appeal.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Precious Metals Should Remain in Your Portfolio

March 15, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

The growing popularity of Bitcoin has questioned the feasibility of investing in traditional miners like Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX). Here’s…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Don’t Underestimate This Miner’s Growth Potential

March 15, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Uranium miners are often overlooked as investments, but there are some compelling reasons to finally consider Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ).

Investing

A Great Buying Opportunity: Canadian National Railway

March 14, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) may have come under scrutiny lately, but the recent dip in price presents an intriguing…

Tech Stocks

3 Tech Stocks to Fuel Your Portfolio

March 12, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) is one of several great-performing tech stocks worthy of inclusion in nearly any portfolio.

Dividend Stocks

Fortis Inc. Buy Now and Get Rich Later

March 9, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) offers investors a handsome dividend, strong results, plenty of growth and now, a discounted price.

Investing

2 Industry Titans Your Portfolio Needs

March 5, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Industry- and manufacturing-focused stocks such as Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) could provide the necessary diversification and boost your portfolio needs.

Dividend Stocks

Have You Purchased Bank of Nova Scotia Yet?

March 4, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) released strong quarterly results that continue to showcase the strength and potential of the bank…

Investing

Why Canadian Tire Corporation Limited Is a Great Investment

March 1, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) hardly matches the stereotype of a high-tech retail investment with a growing portfolio of store…

Buying Opportunity: This REIT Is Changing its Focus

February 27, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) is brilliantly shifting some of its focus from commercial to residential properties to combat…

Dividend Greats to Add Before the RRSP Deadline

February 27, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

The RRSP deadline is fast approaching, and companies such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) could provide years of growth.

Dividend Stocks

Cineplex Inc: Why the Show’s Not Over Yet!

February 26, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) silenced critics with its recently announced quarterly results but does this still make the company a great…

Investing

Bombardier, Inc.: Is it Finally Time to Invest?

February 26, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is finally able to build and sell the CSeries, but does that alone make the company a…

Dividend Stocks

Balance Your Portfolio With These 3 Investments

February 26, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) and Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) are great long-term holdings for nearly any portfolio.

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Raised its Dividend! Buy Now?

February 25, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) gave a strong start to earnings season and followed up with a dividend hike.

Dividend Stocks

What’s the Best Telecom for Your Portfolio?

February 25, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telecom behemoths BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are great investments, but don’t underestimate Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR).

Tech Stocks

This Tech Star Is a Great Long-Term Growth Pick

February 23, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

A renewed and focused BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is beginning to emerge as a viable long-term growth pick that investors should…

Tech Stocks

Have You Invested in Stars Group Inc. Yet?

February 21, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Stars Group Inc. (TSX:TSGI)(NASDAQ:TSG) remains one of the most lucrative long-term opportunities on the market with massive expansion potential.

Energy Stocks

2 Renewable Energy Stocks for Your Portfolio

February 20, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Renewable energy stocks such as Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:INE) are proving their worth to investors, with robust growth prospects…

Investing

3 Reasons to Consider WestJet Airlines Ltd. Today

February 17, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) continues to offer investors a compelling reason to invest in the airline industry, particularly over the…

Dividend Stocks

4 Stocks to Help You Retire Early

February 15, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Starting your portfolio early with dividend leaders such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) can mean the difference between retiring early and…

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Get Ready for a Massive Opportunity

February 14, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is gearing up to provide end-of-year results and guidance updates in two weeks.

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Investing

It’s Crunch Time for NAFTA Negotiations

February 14, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

NAFTA Negotiators are coming under increasing pressure to reach an agreement, but the full impact of renegotiations on Magna International…

Dividend Stocks

3 New Reasons to Buy Bank of Nova Scotia NOW

February 13, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) announced a second acquisition this week for a renowned investment firm that will propel the…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Cameco Corporation’s Production Gamble Pay Off?

February 13, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) recently reported better results than a year ago, but does that still make the company a viable…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Invest in This Gold Miner for Long-Term Growth

February 13, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Gold miners such as Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) remain intriguing long-term investment options, but not for the reason you would…

Dividend Stocks

3 Great Investments Are on Sale Right Now

February 12, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

The recent market correction has given investors an opportunity to buy several great investments, such as Bank of Nova Scotia…

Dividend Stocks

Why Every Portfolio Needs These Telecoms

February 11, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fourth-quarter results from both BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) continue to showcase why telecoms are great long-term investment…

Investing

Canadian Grocers: Amazon.com, Inc. Started Delivery in the U.S. This Week!

February 9, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) began grocery delivery this week in select U.S. markets, which will signal a potential future threat for…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Your Portfolio Needs Metro Inc.

February 1, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) provided better than expected results for the first fiscal of 2018, and has plenty of growth opportunities…

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. vs. Restaurant Brands International Inc.: Which Is the Better Growth Play?

January 31, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) and Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are both great growth options, but which one is the…

Investing

The CSeries Trade Dispute Is Finally Over!

January 30, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) may finally have the opportunity to market, sell, and deliver the CSeries thanks to a favourable decision…

Dividend Stocks

Is Cineplex Inc. Still a Promising Dividend Investment?

January 30, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) was traditionally viewed as a great dividend option, but could changing consumer tastes and weakness from Holywood…

Consider Fortis Inc. for Long-Term, Stable Income

January 30, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can provide investors with growth and income potential that spans multiple decades.

Invest in Canada’s Best Retailer

January 29, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) remains Canada’s best retail stocks with massive potential for long-term investors.

4 Dividend Stocks Every Portfolio Needs

January 29, 2018 | Demetris Afxentiou

Investing early in dividend stocks such as BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) provides significant growth prospects now and a healthy income in…

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