Demetris Afxentiou, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Why Restaurant Brands International Inc. Is on my Wishlist

November 17, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) continues to impress investors by reporting better than expected results, paying down debt, and pursuing…

Investing

Manulife Financial Corp. Reminds Us of the Importance of Diversification

November 17, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) reported better than expected quarterly results. Given the diversified nature of the company, it's likely to…

Energy Stocks

Are Renewable Energy Investments About to Dry Up?

November 15, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Could a shift in policy regarding the environment and renewable energy force companies such as Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:INE)…

Is Amaya Inc. About to Go Private?

November 15, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) continues to draw attention as former CEO David Baazov makes an offer to take the company private.

Energy Stocks

Is the Keystone XL Project Back on the Table?

November 12, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

With a Republican administration set to take over the White House, the controversial Keystone XL project from TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP)…

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Drops After Q3 Results Disappoint

November 12, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Troubles continue for Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) as the company posts worse than expected results.

Investing

Why Canadian Tire Corporation Limited Is a Great Investment

November 11, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) continues to impress investors with better than expected results and customers with a growing array…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is it Time to Buy Cameco Corporation?

November 9, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) posted improved quarterly results this month. Investors are wondering if the anticipated resurgence in uranium prices is…

Dividend Stocks

Why BCE Inc. Is Still a Great Forever Stock

November 9, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

After posting better than expected results, BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) remains a great forever stock option for almost any portfolio.

Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Ltd. Is Becoming an Interesting Option

November 8, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) has massive revenue potential in the automotive industry that will only grow in the coming years.

Investing

Bombardier, Inc. Has More Than the Next Delivery Window to Lose

November 8, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Delivery delays continue to plague Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B), prompting Metrolinx to issue a notice of intent to cancel a $770…

Dividend Stocks

Investors: Have You Considered Royal Bank of Canada Recently?

October 31, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) continues to impress with strong results, a growing dividend, and great growth prospects, making it…

2 Retail Stocks With Scary Turnarounds

October 31, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and Hudson’s Bay Co (TSX:HBC) are two retailers that have overcome the odds and become…

Investing

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst: A Huge Opportunity for Investors

October 28, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) boasts an impressive portfolio with huge potential that is undervalued by the market.

Dividend Stocks

Why Manulife Financial Corp. Should Be Part of Every Portfolio

October 27, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) has invested heavily in the Asian market over the past few years, and that investment is…

Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation Can Provide Both Dividend Income and Growth Prospects

October 27, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is one of very few companies on the market that can offer investors a great dividend as…

Tech Stocks

Is Sierra Wireless, Inc. Still a Good Investment?

October 26, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) continues to promise long-term growth prospects to investors, despite growing competition and slower than expected IoT…

Dividend Stocks

How Cineplex Inc. Has Reinvented the Movie and Popcorn Business

October 24, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) remains one of the best growth and dividend options in the market.

Dividend Stocks

Start Your Portfolio With These 3 Great Stocks

October 24, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Companies such as Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) represent great investments to start off a portfolio.

Is it Time to Reconsider Barrick Gold Corp.?

October 21, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

With the gold market softening over the past few months, some investors are reconsidering gold stocks such as Barrick Gold…

Investing

More Job Cuts and Delays for Bombardier, Inc.

October 21, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

For the second time this year, Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) announced significant job cuts to its global workforce.

Dividend Stocks

Invest in Bank of Montreal for Long-Term Growth

October 21, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Despite being the oldest bank in Canada, Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) continues to grow impressively both at home and abroad.

Investing

Why You Should Invest in Loblaw Companies Limited

October 20, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) has finally completed the acquisition of QHR Corporation, which could turn into a huge revenue driver…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Silver Wheaton Corp. Is Still a Great Long-Term Investment

October 19, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) may have dropped in price over the past month, but the company and precious metals industry…

Amaya Inc. Deal With William Hill PLC Folds

October 19, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

A proposed merger of equals for Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) has fallen through, which may be a good thing in the…

Investing

What New Leadership at Rogers Communications Inc. Means

October 19, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) started earnings week by releasing results three days early and announced a change in the CEO…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Yamana Gold Inc. Tries the IPO Route for Brazilian Asset Exit

October 18, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

After failing to secure either a sale or private placement, Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) is now looking to spin off…

Consider Diversifying Your Portfolio With Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

October 18, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) continues to be the right investment mix to add to any portfolio.

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Announces Yet Another New Device

October 17, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Almost as soon as BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) announced that it would no longer build devices on its own, the DTEK60…

Investing

Why You Should Consider Restaurant Brands International Inc.

October 14, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) continues to pleasantly surprise investors with improved financials, a growing dividend, and significant growth prospects.

Investing

Bombardier, Inc.: New Orders, New Launch, Still No Federal Aid

October 14, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

As Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) prepares for the CS300 delivery, new orders continue to come in. Are better times ahead for…

Investing

Is an Investment in Aritzia Inc. Good for Your Portfolio?

October 14, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

After a highly anticipated IPO, revenues for Aritzia Inc. (TSX:ATZ) are up an incredible 30%, but does this make the…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Can Cameco Corporation Survive Weak Uranium Prices?

October 13, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) continues to wait out a weak uranium market and has massive potential over the long term.

Investing

Why Dollarama Inc. Is Canada’s Hottest Retail Stock

October 11, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is one of the best retail stocks in the market with strong growth and impressive results.

Investing

Here Are 3 REITs Suited for Any Portfolio

October 10, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), Northview Apartment REIT (TSX:NVU.UN), and Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN) are three of the best…

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc.: Turnaround Candidate or Racing to the Bottom?

October 10, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valent Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is making all of the right business decisions, but it may not be enough to…

Investing

Is Amaya Inc. About to Be Acquired?

October 10, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA) continues to spur controversy and has suitors lining up for a possible deal.

Energy Stocks

How Fortis Inc. Continues to Impress Investors

October 7, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) is not only one of the best dividend-paying stocks, but it's also a great opportunity for investors…

Investing

Why Canadian National Railway Company Is Great for Your Portfolio

October 7, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is the largest railroad in the country. It has a growing dividend, an increasingly efficient…

Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Satisfy Your Dividend-Income Needs

October 3, 2016 | Demetris Afxentiou

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX), and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are all great dividend stocks that could also…

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