Demetris Afxentiou, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Tech Stocks

Why Sierra Wireless, Inc. Should Be a Part of Your Portfolio

March 14, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) continues to improve, forging ahead with its vision of a unified IoT solution.

Investing

Manulife Financial Corp. Is Good for Your Portfolio

March 14, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) remains a great option for investors. It has a good balance of dividends and growth from…

Energy Stocks

TransCanada Corporation: Another Lucrative Deal Is Likely Coming

March 11, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is the subject of yet another multi-billion dollar pipeline deal that could be a boon for investors.

Bank Stocks

Invest in the Big Banks

March 11, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are great investments for your…

Investing

WestJet Airlines Ltd. Is Still a Great Long-Term Investment

March 8, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Despite having weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings, WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) still has significant upside and revenue potential, making it a great…

Investing

What Does Pick-and-Pay TV Mean for Investors?

March 8, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

CRTC-enforced rules come into effect this month. Consumers can select smaller packages of channels, but for Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI),…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Corp.: A Low-Risk, Well-Diversified Option for Your Portfolio

March 7, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sliver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is a great option for investors. The company is invested in streaming silver and increasing amounts…

Investing

Should the Federal Government Bail Out Bombardier, Inc.?

March 3, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Troubles continue for Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B). The largest order for CSeries jets is canceled, Quebec politicians call for a bailout…

Energy Stocks

Cameco Corporation: Long-Term Gains, Short-Term Pains

March 2, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) remains a solid long-term option for investors who see significant growth despite the low price of uranium.

Energy Stocks

Encana Corporation: Is the Worst Over Yet?

February 29, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Embattled oil company Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) has been forced to make hard decisions, but fourth-quarter results are starting to show…

Investing

Dollarama Inc. Can Help Boost Your Portfolio to New Levels

February 29, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is a great retail company that thrives in weak economies. It should be a part of your…

Energy Stocks

Husky Energy Inc. Is Preparing for $30 Oil

February 29, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) posted fourth-quarter results that showcase how cost-cutting practices can make a difference to the bottom line.

Investing

Amaya Inc. Prepares for New Jersey Re-Entry Amid Continued Controversies

February 26, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) is preparing for re-entry into the New Jersey market within a month, while it deals with a…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Seekers: Consider Canadian National Railway Company

February 26, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) has not only posted record annual results, but hiked the dividend by 20%, making it…

Dividend Stocks

Here Are Some Last-Minute Investments for Your RRSP

February 26, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

With the RRSP deadline fast approaching, Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX), Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are some great…

Dividend Stocks

Agrium Inc. Is Still a Great Option for Your Portfolio

February 25, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) remains a great investment option as the company has reported positive fourth-quarter earnings and looks ahead to…

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd.: A Cyber-Security Consultant?

February 25, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) is prepping a new cyber-security consulting arm after a new acquisition.

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Is it a Turnaround Candidate or Is More Trouble Ahead?

February 25, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is both loved and loathed by investors, and recent events might be the start of…

Dividend Stocks

Cineplex Inc. Is a Blockbuster Choice for Your Portfolio

February 24, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) reported fourth-quarter results that showed massive growth. It's riding the wave of Hollywood blockbusters and making the…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Are Better Things Ahead for Yamana Gold Inc.?

February 24, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) has outperformed the market and competitors this year and has laid a path for both growth…

Dividend Stocks

Investors: Buy Telus Corporation for the Dividend and Long-Term Growth

February 23, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is the perfect stock to buy. It has a great dividend, long-term growth, and promising results.

Tech Stocks

Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. Still the Technology Company to Buy?

February 22, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) has missed estimates for four consecutive quarters, causing concern for many investors.

Dividend Stocks

2 Low-Key Stocks With Very Impressive Results

February 22, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) are both beating the market, yet remain largely ignored by many investors.

Investing

3 Reasons Why Air Canada Is Flying Higher Than the Competition

February 20, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Air Canada’s (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) record full-year results, expansion plans, and ongoing fleet renewal initiatives will leave investors more than happy for…

Investing

Which Is the Better Investment: Cara Operations Ltd. or Restaurant Brands International Inc.?

February 18, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cara Operations Ltd. (TSX:CAO) and Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are two leading restaurant operators in Canada, but only one…

Tech Stocks

Investors: BlackBerry Ltd. Has Revenue Streams Beyond the Hardware Business

February 18, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) has an impressive patent portfolio that can complement hardware, enterprise, and service revenues for the company.

Dividend Stocks

Why BCE Inc. Belongs in Your Portfolio

February 18, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) continues to impress analysts and investors alike with positive results, a dividend increase, and a path for…

Investing

WestJet Airlines Ltd. and Bombardier, Inc.: A Mutual Opportunity?

February 14, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

As WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) struggles with poor results and declining seat numbers, Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) struggles to get airlines…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy or Sell Goldcorp Inc.?

February 12, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

After several years of disappointing gold prices, the precious metal is finally on the rise, sending Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) up…

Investing

Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Worth the Risk?

February 12, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has had a devastating past few months, and while the chain of bad news may…

Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Is Still Shopping for a Railroad

February 10, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is still targeting a takeover of Norfolk Southern Corp. (NYSE:NSC), just not by a proxy…

Investing

Fortis Inc. Is Quietly Growing into a Continental Powerhouse

February 10, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) announced that it intends to buy ITC Holdings Corp. (NYSE:ITC) for US$11.3 billion, potentially making the company…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Silver Wheaton Corp. Is Beating the Market

February 9, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) continues to be a great option for investors. The company has announced a new streaming agreement…

Investing

Why Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Buying Rona Inc. Is Good Business

February 9, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) has agreed to purchase Rona Inc. (TSX:RON). Here’s what can be expected from the deal, and…

Investing

How Far Will Bombardier, Inc. Drop?

February 5, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc (TSX:BBD.B) has dropped to under 85 cents a share, begging questions about the company’s future, both on and…

Energy Stocks

Cameco Corporation: Still a Great Buy

February 5, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) is set to announce quarterly results at the end of the day, which may finally show the…

Energy Stocks

More Cuts for Oil Companies: When Will Prices Rebound?

February 4, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Imperial Oil Limited (TSX:IMO)(NYSE:IMO) and Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) have been forced to introduced a host of deep cost…

Tech Stocks

Alphabet Inc. and BlackBerry Ltd.: A Perfect Match for Growth

February 3, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG)(NASDAQ:GOOGL) has surpassed Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) to become the world’s largest company by market cap, which could ultimately…

Investing

Shaw Communications Inc. Is Becoming a Pure-Play Connectivity Company

February 1, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is selling its media holdings and upgrading its wireless network, making it a new option for nationwide wireless…

Investing

Metro, Inc.: A Stock That Beats the Market

January 29, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) is a great investment that continues to impress by outperforming the market.

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