Demetris Afxentiou, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Bank Stocks

Last Minute Dividend-Paying Stocking Stuffers

December 22, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA), Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are all great,…

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd.’s Results Hide Something Special

December 22, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) reported third-quarter results that showed improvement, but the hardware numbers tell the true growth story.

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Why Manulife Financial Corp. Is on My Watch List

December 18, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Solid results, aggressive expansion, and a great dividend make Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) a great opportunity for an investment.

Investing

Shaw Communications Inc. Is Acquiring Wind Mobile

December 18, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) is making a long-anticipated move into the mobile marketplace by acquiring Wind Mobile in a deal…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Low Gold Prices Are the New Reality

December 17, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Gold prices seem unlikely to return to previous highs anytime soon, so both Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Goldcorp Inc.…

Bank Stocks

A Year in Review for Royal Bank of Canada

December 16, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is not only one of the largest banks in the world, but it was also…

Investing

Why Hudson’s Bay Co. Might Buy Macy’s, Inc. Next Year

December 15, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Hudson’s Bay Co. (TSX:HBC) thrives off of new acquisitions and has a record for obtaining distressed retail chains with huge…

Metals and Mining Stocks

A Year in Review for Yamana Gold Inc.

December 14, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) has had a year that started out strong and steadily declined from there.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Wheaton Is a Great Opportunity

December 11, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is a low-risk, high-margin stock with huge potential that should be in every portfolio.

Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks on My Christmas Shopping List

December 11, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Here's why I'm considering adding Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), and Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) to…

Tech Stocks

Why I’m Adding Sierra Wireless Inc. to My Watch List

December 11, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) has massive potential in both hardware and software solutions in the IoT space.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Which Is the Better Investment: Kinross Gold Corporation or Yamana Gold Inc.?

December 10, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) and Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) are both gold producers that have had a difficult year. Let’s…

Investing

Stocks That Love the Weak Loonie

December 8, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With the loonie dropping to levels not seen in over 11 years, some companies like Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Uni-Select…

Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Sets its Sights on Expansion

December 8, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Norfolk Southern Corp. (NYSE:NSC) has rejected Canadian Pacific Railway Limited's (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) $28 billion offer to acquire the company, but another…

Investing

Is it Time to Invest in Bombardier, Inc.?

December 8, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has certified the CS100, has the liquidity to manufacture it, and has orders to fill. Could this…

Investing

Dollarama Inc. Is Still a Great Investment

December 5, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) remains a solid option for investors seeking long-term growth through expansion and new price points, despite the…

Energy Stocks

Cameco Corporation Is a Bargain Now

December 4, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) represents one of the better opportunities in the market, and the stock is selling at a discount.

Investing

Will the Loonie Continue to Slide in 2016?

December 4, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Companies such as Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS) stand to benefit from a weak loonie, which may continue to be weak well…

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Keeps its Promises and the Priv Sells Out

December 3, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Just over a month ago the Priv was touted as BlackBerry Ltd.’s (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) Hail Mary. It seems the pass was…

Investing

Has Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Changed?

December 2, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has started to gain momentum again and is beginning to erase some of the losses…

Investing

Why Metro Inc. Should Be in Your Portfolio

December 2, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

A series of record-breaking quarters has seen Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) increase revenues and cash on hand, sending the stock price…

Energy Stocks

Winners of Alberta’s New Carbon Policy

December 1, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) stand to benefit from Alberta’s new carbon policy.

Bank Stocks

It’s Earnings Time for the Banks This Week: Here’s What to Expect

November 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

The Big Five banks, including Bank of Nova Scotia, (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), and Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), will…

Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation Is Still a Great Buy Despite Job Cuts

November 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) announced a series of job cuts with its latest quarterly announcement, but still remains one of the…

Dividend Stocks

Why Cineplex Inc. Is My Top Entertainment Company

November 27, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) continues to reinvent itself beyond the traditional movie and popcorn stereotype.

Dividend Stocks

Is Agrium Inc. in Your Portfolio?

November 26, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) has traditionally been a strong stock to own during the fall season, but investors should hold this…

Investing

Why Amaya Inc. Is a Great Buy Even After Dropping 30%

November 26, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Despite losing a third of its value, Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) remains a great buy for the future. Investors just need…

Dividend Stocks

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. Is a Great Fit for Your Portfolio

November 26, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Aggressive expansion, growing dividends, and solid results make Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) a great option for any portfolio.

Investing

Bombardier, Inc. Lowers Expectations Again With a Production Cut Announcement

November 26, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) issued a warning that jet production in 2016 will be lower than expected, as will revenues.

Is Goldcorp Inc. Still a Good Investment?

November 24, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

After a disappointing quarter, Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is down significantly. Is the company is still a sound investment opportunity?

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited Is a Great Buy for Now and the Future

November 24, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) reported an outstanding third quarter, and the company is now set to reward shareholders and…

Investing

BCE Inc. or Rogers Communications Inc.: Which Is the Better Investment?

November 23, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are the titans of media offerings, but only one is the right…

Tech Stocks

Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. a Good Buy?

November 20, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) continues to improve quarterly results, and the turnaround that investors have been waiting for may finally…

Investing

How Canadian National Railway Company Benefits From the Keystone XL Rejection

November 20, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Now that Keystone XL has been rejected, Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is slated to become the carrier of choice…

Energy Stocks

What’s Next for TransCanada Corporation Now That Keystone XL Has Been Rejected?

November 20, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) has expansion plans beyond Keystone XL and remains a great buy.

Tech Stocks

Here’s Why You Should Buy BlackBerry Ltd. Now

November 19, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) continues to write the ultimate turnaround story as the new Priv sells out in many stores.

Investing

Loblaw Companies Limited Is a Great Buy

November 19, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With yet another impressive quarter, Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) continues to impress investors and has finally embraced online purchasing.

Investing

Manulife Financial Corp. Sets its Sights on Asia

November 16, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) continues to impress with quarterly results and is expanding into Asia through partner deals.

Energy Stocks

Should Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Accept the Offer From Suncor Energy Inc.?

November 14, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) has a decision to make about the takeover bid by Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), and…

Investing

2 Stocks That Should Be a Part of Your Portfolio

November 14, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are stocks with huge potential that can be purchased at discount prices right…

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