Demetris Afxentiou, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

Investors: Air Canada Is Flying High on Q3 Results

November 6, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Air Canada (TSX:AC) reported better-than-expected results for the third quarter, signaling that the company turnaround is nearly complete.

Investing

WestJet Airlines Ltd.: Profits Continue to Climb

November 6, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) posted another record-breaking quarter and targets new revenue streams.

Energy Stocks

TransCanada Corporation Is a Great Buy With or Without Keystone XL

November 6, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) remains a strong option for investors because of its impressive results and growth prospects.

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Completes the Good Technology Acquisition

November 4, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) has completed the acquisition of Good Technology, gaining even more prominence in the enterprise sector.

Investing

Bombardier, Inc.: Is it Too Big to Fail or Too Small to Matter?

November 1, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) struck a deal with Quebec for a much-needed capital injection in the CSeries project, but then reported…

Investing

Silver Wheaton Corp. Should Be a Part of Your Portfolio: Here’s Why

October 31, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With the price of silver on the rise, many investors are shoring up on silver producers like Silver Wheaton Corp.…

Investing

3 Reasons Why BCE Inc. Is a Great Investment Now and for the Future

October 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With better-than-expected results, a healthy dividend, and sound financials, BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is a great investment for any investor.

Investing

Buy Cameco Corporation: Growth and Revenue Will Follow

October 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

As Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) prepares to report for the quarter, analysts and investors alike are expecting results that will outperform…

Investing

Metro Inc. vs Loblaw Companies Limited: Which Is the Better Investment?

October 29, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU) and Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) are two of the largest operators of grocery stores and pharmacies across…

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons to Add Enbridge Inc. to Your Portfolio

October 28, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) continues to provide solid results, growing dividends, and ambitious expansion plans, making it an excellent option for…

Metals and Mining Stocks

What’s the Better Gold Stock to Invest in?

October 27, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With gold prices starting to rise, Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) are looking like attractive buys, but…

Investing

Buy Canadian National Railway Company

October 27, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) continues to impress in terms of results and expansion, making it an ideal candidate for…

Tech Stocks

Blackberry Ltd.’s Priv Is Now Available for Pre-Order

October 27, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) has opened up pre-ordering for the upcoming Priv and has huge expectations for it.

Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited: a Great Buy

October 23, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

This past week Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) announced quarterly results that were once again better than expected.

Investing

Manulife Financial Corp. Is a Buy for Both Short- and Long-Term Investors

October 23, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) continues to expand its international footprint and offerings, making it a great investment opportunity for now…

Investing

Why Construction Stocks Are on the Rise

October 23, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

A Liberal pledge to invest heavily in infrastructure over the next decade has sent construction stocks like Aecon Group Inc.…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Barrick Gold Corp. a Good Buy Yet?

October 21, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Gold prices have risen in the past month, taking Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) along for the ride. This begs the…

Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Here Are 3 Stocks for Future Growth

October 20, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX), Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), and Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) are three of the best-performing stocks…

Investing

How the Federal Election Will Impact Your Portfolio

October 16, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With the federal election just around the corner, Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) could…

Bank Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada Continues to Grow and Embrace New Technology

October 15, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) expands its footprint in the U.S. market and embraces new technology that could mean increased…

Bank Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Bank of Montreal

October 15, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is quietly emerging as one of the better investment opportunities of the Big Five banks.

Investing

WestJet Airlines Ltd.’s Expansion Targets Rival’s Routes

October 12, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) continues to impress travelers and investors by targeting new international routes for expansion.

Tech Stocks

How Launching the Priv Will Redefine BlackBerry Ltd.

October 12, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

As BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) prepares to launch the Android-powered Priv, focus is once again turning to the beleaguered handset division.…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Investors: it’s Time to Buy Teck Resources Ltd.

October 10, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shares of Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) have increased significantly in the past week. Is it time for investors to get…

Bet on Amaya Inc. for Future Growth

October 9, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Shares of Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA) have risen in the past few weeks on news that the company has gained regulatory…

Investing

Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Still a Good Buy?

October 6, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has been in the cross hairs of the media recently, and the stock has tanked…

Investing

Will Bombardier Inc. Turn Around or Drop Further?

October 2, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Fewer companies have had a harder time in 2015 than Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B), but the company may finally be close…

Investing

Investors: These Seasonal Stocks Are Waiting for You

September 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) are two stocks that fare better during the fall season.

Dividend Stocks

Cineplex Inc. Is the Entertainment Company for Your Portfolio

September 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) is reinventing itself to cater to customers' needs far beyond the traditional offering of a movie and…

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. Announces Quarterly Results and a New Android-Powered Phone

September 30, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

In the most recent quarterly results, BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) posted lower-than-expected results, but announced the BlackBerry Priv--a new device running…

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Silver Wheaton Corp. Now

September 25, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

With precious metal prices finally inching upward, companies like Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) look ready to reap significant rewards.

Energy Stocks

Investors: Suncor Energy Inc. Is the Oil Company to Buy

September 25, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

As oil prices tumble, Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) remains a solid option for investors in an otherwise bleak industry.

Dividend Stocks

Which Is the Better Investment: BCE Inc. or Telus Corporation?

September 24, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are two heavyweights in telecommunications, but only one is right fit for your…

Dividend Stocks

Which Is the Better Investment: Canadian Tire Corporation Limited or Dollarama Inc.?

September 21, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) are two of the largest, most successful retailers in the country,…

Dividend Stocks

Investors: Brookfield Asset Management Inc. Should Be in Your Portfolio

September 21, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) continues an impressive run of acquisitions and results, making it a great addition to any…

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Should Be a Part of Your Portfolio

September 18, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) continues to show improving results as the company becomes more efficient in operations.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Agrium Inc. Should Be Part of Your Portfolio

September 17, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) has a history of strong results, rising dividends, and a clearly marked growth strategy, making the company…

Tech Stocks

Constellation Software Inc. Is the Best Technology Stock for Your Portfolio

September 14, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU) is a technology stock with incredible growth, strong results, and respectable dividends. It should be a…

Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless, Inc. Is a Great Opportunity in the IoT

September 14, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) continues to piece together the IoT through acquisitions, and turnaround efforts are starting to yield strong…

Investing

Is Gildan Activewear Inc. a Good Buy?

September 11, 2015 | Demetris Afxentiou

Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX:GIL)(NYSE:GIL) reported quarterly results, and then the stock price dropped. Does this make the company an opportunity…

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