Jacob Donnelly, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Tech Stocks

Should You Buy BlackBerry Ltd. or Sierra Wireless Inc. for the Internet of Things?

June 1, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Both BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) and Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) are risky plays in the Internet of Things sector, but should…

Bank Stocks

2 Reasons Bank of Nova Scotia Is the Right Bank for You

May 29, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

You should own Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) because its international markets are growing and it pays a very lucrative…

Dividend Stocks

Does Telus Corporation Belong in Your Portfolio?

May 29, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its wide moat, continued growth, and that nearly 4% dividend, I would recommend investors buy Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU).

Tech Stocks

Could Amaya Inc. Be Canada’s Top Growth Stock?

May 28, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA) is the top growth stock in Canada because it will be able to generate billions from sports…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Believe in Solar? Buy Silver Wheaton Corp.

May 27, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Solar panels require over $13 worth of silver per panel. As more panels are created to deal with growing demand,…

Investing

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Is Not the Railway You’re Looking for

May 25, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) is an overpriced stock that has very little room for growth and efficiency. It is…

Investing

You Need Global Diversification: Buy Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

May 20, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) is one of the best companies that buys assets for bargains and then returns 20%+…

Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless Inc. Offers Great Exposure to the IoT Sector

May 20, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

At some point, all devices will be connected to the Internet. Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) is one company that will…

Investing

BCE Inc. Is my Favourite Dividend Stock

May 19, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its wide moat, generous dividend, and marginal growth, BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is my favourite dividend stock for income…

Dividend Stocks

It’d Be a Mistake Not to Buy Canadian National Railway Company

May 19, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Due to the recent drop in price, it would be a mistake to not consider starting a position in Canadian…

Energy Stocks

The 9% Drop in Enbridge Inc. Makes for a Great Buy

May 15, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has a really great business model that allows it to grow its business in the long term,…

Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc. Is at a Really Attractive Price

May 15, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is unfairly low in the market right now, which makes it an attractive buy.

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Investors Should Be Nervous About Crescent Point Energy Corp.

May 14, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its high payout, high debt, and shadowy hedge program, Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) could be a risky…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Own RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust

May 14, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) pays a great dividend, has a wonderful portfolio of properties, and has a sound…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Play Cameco Corporation and This 1 Other Stock for the Uranium Rally

May 11, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) and Uranium Participation Corporation (TSX:U) will generate considerable returns for investors when the price of uranium goes…

Investing

Buy Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. and its Preferred Shares if You’re a Bear

May 8, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

While shares in Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) might be a little overpriced, owning the preferred shares (TSX:FFH.PR.E) could be…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Are China and the United States a Threat to the Success of Silver Wheaton Corp.?

May 7, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Due to a slowing economy in China and rising interest rates in the United States, Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) could…

Tech Stocks

Buy BlackBerry Ltd. if You Believe in Security

May 7, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) will have to put itself into a niche as a security provider to really succeed. If it…

Investing

Is Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Another Berkshire Hathaway?

May 6, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Based on Bill Ackman's logic, Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is perpetually undervalued because the companies it buys consistently push…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Investors Buy Silver Wheaton Corp.?

May 1, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its predictable business model, Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is a worthy buy. It buys silver and gold low…

Dividend Stocks

Is Dream Global REIT the Right Dividend Investment?

April 29, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Dream Global REIT (TSX:DRG.UN) has a somewhat unstable dividend, but it is based in Germany, which is very stable. This…

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust Provides a Steady, Reliable Dividend

April 27, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

While the dividend isn't growing, RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) has made over 250 consistent dividend payments, ensuring that…

Should You Buy Amaya Inc.?

April 24, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA) has all the right things going for it from a product perspective, but the investigation currently going…

Bank Stocks

Should You Buy Bank of Nova Scotia?

April 23, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is seeing some nice growth and delivers an incredible dividend, in part because of its…

Investing

3 Reasons Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Makes Me Nervous

April 22, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of how expensive it is and the many concerns related to crude by rail, I'm nervous about investors buying…

Energy Stocks

Does the Reward Outweigh the Risk for Penn West Petroleum Ltd.?

April 21, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

When it comes to Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE), there are a few ways for investors to succeed, which makes…

Investing

3 Reasons to Look at Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.

April 20, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

With a great valuation and a killer dividend, Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) is definitely worth considering.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Buy Goldcorp Inc. If You Believe in Gold

April 17, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Due to increased production, decreased costs, and a dividend that is expected to grow, Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is definitely worth…

Energy Stocks

Why Enbridge Inc. Is a Great Buy No Matter the Price of Oil

April 17, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has such a strong moat and powerful business model, it could result in a 10-12% increase…

Investing

3 Reasons to Look at Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

April 16, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Because of its amazing diversification and its growing holdings in real estate, I think Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) is…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Buy Cameco Corporation, But Prepare for Volatility

April 15, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

If you can get past the volatility, Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) is a very great long-term investment that will see tremendous…

Investing

Buy Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited for the Day the Bull Market Ends

April 10, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

All great stories must come to an end and so will this bull market. When that day comes, holders of…

Investing

Bombardier Inc. Needs to Deliver the CSeries or it’s Bust for This Stock

April 10, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is at risk of losing one of its largest customers. If that happens, the stock could really…

Investing

Efficiency and Dividends Make Canadian National Railway Company a Buy

April 9, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is a buy in my book because of how efficient it is and its consistently…

Energy Stocks

Could Suncor Energy Inc. Start Acquiring Now That Royal Dutch Shell PLC Has Made the First Move?

April 9, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

When times get bad, there's always a lot of M&A activity in the oil industry. Could Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU)…

Tech Stocks

Can BlackBerry Ltd. Compete in the Internet of Things?

April 7, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

The Internet of Things is a $19 trillion market, but if BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) keeps cutting R&D spending, will it…

Energy Stocks

The Iran and U.S. Deal Could Hurt Oil Prices—Suncor Energy Inc. Is Your Safe Zone

April 3, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Iran could start pumping one million extra barrels of oil into the market in the next year. Suncor Energy Inc.…

Investing

Cineplex Inc. Looks Like an Immediate Buy—But Is it?

April 2, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) has to deal with people wanting to watch movies at home rather than in theatres, resulting in…

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Acquired Salix Pharmaceuticals Ltd.:Now What?

April 1, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) has finished buying another company. Could a $2 billion product be the reason to buy…

Tech Stocks

Is Ballard Power Systems Inc. a Buy or Should You Avoid it at All Costs?

March 30, 2015 | Jacob Donnelly

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLD)(NASDAQ:BLDP) is better suited for trading than investing.

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