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Author: 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

Could This Undervalued Stock Make You a Millionaire One Day?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

It's been a long wait, but Ballard Power finally seems to be gaining the kind of momentum that's game changing.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Enbridge Stock a Buy in 2024?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge stock has stalled in the last five years, but strong and growing demand should make 2024 a solid year.

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Tech Stocks

Is it Too Late to Buy Well Health Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health stock remains below $4, but as they keep beating records and the focus shifts to even higher returns,…

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Investing

Is it Too Late to Buy Cineplex Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Despite a promising outlook, Cineplex stock actually fell after its first-quarter release, making it a buy.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons This TSX Blue Chip is a No-Stress Buy

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis is one of the most reliable TSX blue chip stocks, with a 50-year history of dividend growth and a…

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Investing

Better Stock to Buy Now: Aritzia or Canada Goose?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Higher interest rates and a weaker macro economic environment mean that both Aritzia and Canada Goose stock are struggling.

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Investing

How Bombardier Stock Gained 8% Last Month

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Bombardier rallied in April and continues to rally in May as the market adjusts its expectations higher off of continued…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Sizzling Hot Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Teck Resources and Agnico-Eagle Mines are two stocks that are soaring this year. Check out why they're likely to continue…

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Investing

2 Top TSX Bargain Stocks That Could Be Ready for a Bull Run

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

These 2 TSX stocks are already rallying on recent results that have been stronger than expected.

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Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry stock is down in the dumps right now, but the value of its business is potentially very significant, making…

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Investing

Is It Too Late to Buy Costco Stock Now?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Costco stock has rallied almost 2,000% in the last 20 years, but the ride is not over yet as international…

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Tech Stocks

3 Magnificent Stocks That Have Created Many Millionaires, and Will Continue to Make More

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify stock is an example of a millionaire-maker stock that is likely to continue to thrive in the long run.

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Dividend Stocks

Best Dividend Stock to Buy for Passive Income Investors: TD Bank or Enbridge?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Which dividend stock is best – the Big Six Bank or the energy giant? Both stocks have reliable, growing dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reliable Dividend Stocks With Yields Above 5.9% That You Can Buy for Less Than $8,000 Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With an 8% dividend yield, Enbridge is one of the stocks to buy to gain exposure to a very generous…

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Tech Stocks

WELL Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

WELL stock has a lot of upside as the company is likely to continue to grow, posting positive earnings in…

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Investing

Is There Any Hope for Cineplex Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex's March box office revenues soared 46%. This is 95% of March 2019, pre-pandemic levels, signaling a strong recovery for…

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Investing

Should Investors Buy the Dip in MTY Stock?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

MTY stock has fallen 35% from its 2023 highs as the new macro-economic environment has hit profitability and revenue growth.

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Energy Stocks

Why Shares of Parkland Are Rising This Week

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Parkland stock is rallying higher as investors expect shareholder calls to take action will create shareholder value.

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Tech Stocks

Constellation Software Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Constellation Software stock has rallied 186% in the last five years and is now valued at an expensive 100 times…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Canadian Mining Stocks: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Teck Resources is a Canadian mining stock that likely has a bright future due to the company's focus on copper.

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Bank Stocks

Why Goeasy Stock Rose 4.4% on Monday

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Operating results out of goeasy have continued strong, and this, combined with the stock's low valuation, is gaining investors' interest.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Shopify: 1 Tech Stock to Buy Instead

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify stock's lofty valuation reflects overly optimistic expectations and makes CGI a better tech stock to buy today.

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Women's fashion boutique Aritzia is a top stock to buy in September 2022.
Investing

6 Things to Know About Aritzia Stock

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aritzia stock has fallen from its highs as revenue growth continues to slow dramatically and consumer spending remains pressured.

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Cannabis Stocks

Canopy Growth Stock Is Rising But I’m Worried About This One Thing

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth stock is soaring as the legalization effort makes real progress in both Germany and the United States.

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Energy Stocks

Beat the TSX With This Cash-Gushing Dividend Stock

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Natural Resources stock is well set up to beat the TSX as it continues to generate strong cash flows…

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Investing

2 Ridiculously Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in 2024

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health Technologies and Cineplex are two very different but equally attractive growth stocks to buy.

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Tech Stocks

Here Are 3 Phenomenal Reasons to Buy Well Health Stock Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health stock has been hit hard in the last three years, yet fundamentals remain strong and keep hitting records.

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Energy Stocks

Buy 500 Shares of This Super Dividend Stock for $1,830/Year in Passive Income

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge stock's 7.52% dividend yield is underpinned by a low-risk, predictable business. This makes it an ideal passive income stock.

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Dividend Stocks

The Top Canadian REITs to Buy in March 2024

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Granite REIT is yielding a generous 4.37% and is just one of three quality Canadian REITs worth buying right now.

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Bank Stocks

Where Will Royal Bank of Canada Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Royal Bank's continued focus on a strong capital position plus its acquisition of HSBC will likely ensure prosperous times ahead.

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Energy Stocks

If You Like Cenovus Energy, Then You’ll Love These High-Yield Oil Stocks

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

While Cenovus Energy is a quality oil stock, its dividend yield doesn't compare to the yields of Suncor or Canadian…

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Tech Stocks

Well Health Stock Is Down 58% From its Highs – Time to Buy?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health stock has been hit, but the company remains on a path of record-breaking revenues as it approaches positive…

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Energy Stocks

Why Cameco Stock Rose 2.95% on Tuesday

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cameco stock has stalled recently, but things might be turning around again as increased nuclear spending in the U.S. takes…

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Investing

Is Now the Right Time to Buy Air Canada Stock? Here’s My Take

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada stock is down 65% since the pandemic hit. While it's cheap, the company faces many headwinds that could…

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Bank Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Now: Is TD Bank of Canada Stock a Buy After Earnings?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

TD Bank continues to weather the macro storm of the last few years reasonably well, with the stock up 8.4%…

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Tech Stocks

Celestica Stock Rose 77% in 90 Days: Here’s Why it’s Still Undervalued

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Celestica stock has had a phenomenal run, and this has been matched by value creation, which can be expected to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Agnico-Eagle Stock Rose 5% on Monday

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Agnico-Eagle stock is up 15% in the last year as inflation fears and elevated geopolitical risk are sending gold prices…

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Investing

3 Things You Need to Know if You Own CGX Stock Today

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex stock remains in the doghouse, trading at 2.6 times earnings, but there are clear signs of an upcoming rebound.

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Investing

The Best Stock to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex has emerged from the pandemic riddled with debt but also with a stronger underlying business and stock that grossly…

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Investing

3 Stocks I’m Adding to my Retirement Account in March

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Well Health Technologies, Cineplex, and Fortis each have their own strengths that make them good buys for retirement planning.

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