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Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Karen is a stock market enthusiast focused on uncovering those stocks that she believes the market has mispriced. She does this through fundamental and quantitative analysis of companies and their industries, as well as a study of future opportunities and trends. She holds a Masters degree in Finance, the CFA designation, and has over 20 years of experience in the investment management industry. Having worked at a major pension fund, as well as two leading mutual fund firms as an analyst and portfolio manager, she has solid investing expertise which she aims to share with her readers.

Recent Articles

Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock: Why Is it So Grossly Undervalued?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This Motley Fool article explains why Suncor Energy stock is misunderstood and why it's actually a value stock worth owning.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Gold Stocks to Buy As Inflation Surges

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Barrick Gold stock is one of many in the sector trading at 52-week lows and becoming more attractively valued as…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: 3 Top Stocks to Own for the Long Haul

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

At the Motley Fool, we're in it for the long haul. Stocks like Enbridge and BCE stock are top TFSA…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Plus 2 Tech Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry stock is a tech stock with huge potential, while the other two stocks are the more established and stable…

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Investing

Cineplex Stock: Why it’s Finally Time to Buy!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here's why I firmly believe that Cineplex stock is finally on the cusp of a real recovery, making it a…

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Investing

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The three high high yield dividend stocks to buy for income are Enbridge, Northwest Healthcare Properties, and Pizza Pizza Royalty.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy This Summer

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Read on to find out why Fortis, Peyto Exploration, and Well Health stocks are the three best Canadian stocks to…

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Energy Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Read on to find out why Canadian Natural Resources, Cenovus Energy, and Peyto Exploration are 3 energy stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: Make $280 Per Month in Dividend Income!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Buy 6.6%-yielding energy infrastructure giant Enbridge stock for exposure to a passive-income stream for many years to come.

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Energy Stocks

TFSA Investors: This Dividend Growth Stock Is Dirt Cheap

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas stock is a great addition to your TFSA portfolio, as dividend growth will be driven by its mix of…

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Dividend Stocks

Fortis (TSX:FTS): A Top Canadian Stock!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis stock is the top Canadian stock to buy for its long-term dividend growth record as it heads into a…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy in July

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This Motley Fool Canada article discusses three Canadian stocks to buy: Enbridge, Fortis, and Canadian Natural Resources stock.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy to Strengthen Your Portfolio

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This Motley Fool article is about BCE, Agnico-Eagle Mines, and TD Bank stock -- three of the best Canadian stocks…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada Stock (TSX:AC) vs. Cineplex Stock (TSX:CGX): Which Is the Better Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada's stock price still has more risk than Cineplex stock, as the pandemic nears its end in Canada but…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock (TSX:BB) Is One of 3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in July

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This Motley Fool article discusses three top growth stocks with big upside: BlackBerry, Ballard Power, and Well Health Technologies.

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Investing

Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Buy This Value Stock Instead

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada's stock price may falter as oil prices soar. Motley Fools, consider Western Forest Products stock; it's backed by…

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Energy Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks to Buy in July

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Top energy stocks like Cenovus, Canadian Natural Resources, and Peyto are stocks to buy as oil and gas fundamentals continue…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The best dividend stocks to buy right now are Enbridge, Fortis, and Northwest Healthcare -- top stocks in their industries…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock (TSX:BB) Is a Buy at $10: Here’s Why

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry stock is approaching $10 as the meme stock valuation premium fades, leaving a stock pick that Motley Fool can…

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Investing

Is Cineplex Stock (TSX:CGX) Headed to $25?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Motley Fool readers, consider Cineplex stock as a top stock to buy today as the COVID-19 pandemic fades into the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Stocks to Buy as Inflation Heats Up

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Gold stocks Barrick Gold and Agnico-Eagle Mines will benefit from rising gold prices and shelter investors from rising inflation.

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Investing

AMC Stock or Cineplex Stock: Which Is the Better Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

AMC stock soars on the Reddit short squeeze. Motley Fools: don't join in. Instead, buy Cineplex stock, which has plenty…

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Investing

AMC Stock and the Reddit Stock Craze Won’t Last: Buy This ESG Stock Instead!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Reddit stocks like AMC stock are flying high, but here at Motley Fool we focus on fundamentals. Consider buying ESG…

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Tech Stocks

Are Reddit Stocks Calling You? Buy Well Health Stock (TSX:WELL) Instead!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Reddit stocks like AMC should be avoided in favour of fundamentally sound, Motley Fool-approved names like Well Health stock.

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Energy Stocks

The Best Stocks to Buy Right Now: This 1 Is up 120%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto stock is the best stock to buy right now. This Motley Fool article discusses this and the cyclical uptrend…

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Energy Stocks

Stocks to Buy Now: Energy Stocks Are Building Momentum

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Natural Resources stock and Cenovus Energy stock are two cheap stocks to buy now, as oil and gas supply…

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Bank Stocks

The Best Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The best stocks to buy now include TD Bank stock and Fortis stock. These are two quality stocks that are…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock (TSX:BB) Goes Parabolic: Take Profits Now!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry stock has been flying high again, as the meme stock craze continues. Patiently wait to buy it lower for…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock (TSX:AC): Should You Boycott it After the Bonus Scandal?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada's stock price continues to soar higher, despite the bonus scandal that has caused uproar. What should investors do?

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Investing

Why Cineplex Stock (TSX:CGX) Has Soared 28% in the Last Month

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock isn't rallying as part of the AMC meme stock mania that we have covered on Motley Fool. Rather,…

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Stock (TSX:SHOP) Is up 16% Since May Lows

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify stock rallies, as Shop Pay goes live on Google, giving it access to an additional one billion shopping sessions…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock (TSX:BB) and Meme Stock Mania: What’s Going on?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry's stock price soars again as part of the meme stock craze. Today's volatility shows how this can quickly turn…

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Bank Stocks

TD Stock (TSX:TD): Q2 Earnings Confirm Banking Boom

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD stock is soaring, as Canadian banks benefit from the accelerating economic recovery and a stronger-than-expected pandemic resiliency.

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Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) Earnings Soar As an Economic Recovery Unfolds

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BMO stock continues to climb higher as the bank reports better-than-expected Q2 earnings and indicates a strong economic recovery ahead.

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash Protection: Best Dividend Stock to Buy Today!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Position yourself for a stock market crash by buying the best dividend growth stocks, such as one of Motley Fool's…

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Energy Stocks

Dogecoin vs. Ballard Power (TSX:BLDP) Stock

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dogecoin continues to receive attention after its spectacular run up. Buy Ballard Power stock instead for a better risk/reward proposition.

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Energy Stocks

The Best Stocks to Buy Right Now!

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Stocks in the energy sector,, like Suncor stock, are the best stocks to buy right now for their rapidly increasing…

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Coronavirus

Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Stock: Buy it Instead of Dogecoin for Big Upside

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The perils of investing in Dogecoin don't justify it. Buy Cineplex stock instead, as it's on the cusp of breaking…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock: A Top Stock to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge's stock price is set to rally, as this top stock to buy now benefits from continued strong cash flows…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: 1 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Now?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada's stock price is ready to take off in 2021, with an easing of COVID-19 restrictions making it one…

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