Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) 10 Years After the Crash

September 28, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) stock has outperformed bank stocks in the last 10 years, as efforts to diversify in the…

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Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) 10 Years After the Crash

September 27, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a dividend yield of 4.4%, Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is a dividend stock to own, as it continues…

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) 10 Years After the Crash

September 27, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) has emerged from the ruins and has now joined the ranks of safe…

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Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) 10 Years After the Crash

September 26, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

As Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) maintains its leadership position, this dividend stock continues to yield 3.8% and grow its…

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) 10 Years After the Crash

September 26, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is a case study in solid and prudent business practices.

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2 Energy Stocks Whose Massive Upside Is About to Be Revealed

September 23, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) is one of the energy stocks that is also a dividend stock, yielding more…

As the Consumer Weakens, Stay Away From These 3 Stocks

September 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) stock is down big, but is still too expensive given slowing same-store sales.

RRSP Investors: Grow Your Dividend Income With This 4.8%-Yielding Dividend Stock

September 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) has a strong track record of providing shareholders with both dividend income and growth, and…

2 Top Value Stocks to Buy Now

September 21, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS) stumbles but now trades at bargain prices with a dividend yield of 1.78%.

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE) Investors: Get Ready for a Blowout Year

September 21, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE) (NYSE:CVE) is expected to see a sharp rise in cash flows in 2019, sending the stock…

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RRSP Investors: Grow Your Wealth With These 3 Top Growth Stocks

September 20, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Top RRSP stocks have strong cash flows, a competitive advantage, and generate shareholder value like CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB).

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Marijuana Stocks for Millennial Investors: Is it Too Late to Join the Party?

September 20, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) continues to trend higher as multiples continue to shoot through the roof. But millennials best beware,…

Can Air Canada (TSX:AC) Continue its Stratospheric Rise?

September 19, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has seen a five-year return of more than 700%, but rising fuel prices and interest rates…

Dividend Stocks

My Favourite Renewables Stock Is Both a Dividend Stock and a Growth Stock

September 19, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI), a strong dividend stock yielding 5.3% with a strong track record and high insider ownership, is…

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Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) Is Among Quality Stocks Trading at Lows: Should We Buy the Dips?

September 18, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) stock is down big, but valuations may have further to fall, whereas BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and George…

Caution: Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) and Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT) Feel the Pinch

September 14, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) stock gets hit big, falling almost 20% yesterday on slowing sales growth.

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Bitcoin Has Crashed: Are Marijuana Stocks Next?

September 14, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Down as much as 16% in the last week, Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:WEED) and other marijuana stocks' bubbles may be…

Dividend Stocks

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) Is 1 of 2 Top High-Yield Dividend Stocks, Yielding up to 9%, on Sale Now

September 13, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX), with dividend yields of 8.94% and 5.43% respectively, are attractive buys for dividend…

RRSP Investors: Buy These Top 3 Dividend Stocks to Build Wealth

September 11, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock is but one of three dividend stocks offering attractive dividends yields and safe, low-risk income streams.

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About to Buy Penny Stocks? Look at These 2 Growth Stocks 1st

September 10, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) is looking to capitalize on the role of fuel cells in the drive for clean…

Dividend Stocks

Why Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE) Is 1 of My Top Energy Stock Picks

September 8, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a rapidly increasing cash flow profile, investors can safely expect growing dividends from Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE).

Is it Time to Buy This Real Estate Gem?

September 7, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Tricon Capital Group (TSX:TCN) is the dividend stock to own for exposure to the U.S. real estate market.

Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW) Stock Is Crazy Cheap: Is it Time to Buy?

September 7, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With exciting long-term opportunities, Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) will not be discounted for long.

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Invest in the Hottest Real Estate With These 2 REITs

September 6, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN) and Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) are paying real estate investors 7.11% and…

Why Did This Stock Soar an Incredible 30% Last Week? Why it’s Just the Beginning

September 6, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) gets a big cash injection and vote of confidence from two major Chinese manufacturers that…

Better Buy: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)?

August 30, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are both solid dividend stocks, with a 4.43%…

AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB): 2 Top High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Ramp Up Your Retirement Income

August 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With dividend yields of 8.84% and 5.93%, respectively, AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are great additions to your…

Now Playing: Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) Is on Sale, but Is it a Buy?

August 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a 5.36% dividend yield, continued success in its diversification efforts, and an increasingly attractive valuation, Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) stock…

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Stocks to Own in an Inverted-Yield-Curve Environment

August 29, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a strong history of shareholder wealth creation and a defensive business, Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) is a strong buy in…

Will Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) Finally Beat the S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX:^OSPTX)?

August 27, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) merger reduces its debt load and increases its diversification, setting this energy stock up to…

Are These Energy Stocks Screaming Buys or Value Traps?

August 24, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) is an undervalued energy stock that has a 6.8% dividend yield and one of…

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Could Marijuana Stock Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) Actually Be a Good Buy for Value Investors?

August 23, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) may be a growth stock, but some value investors may see long-term value in a rapidly…

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Buy These Energy Stocks Now for Big Upside in 2018

August 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Pason Systems Inc. (TSX:PSI) is a top-notch energy stock and dividend stock, with a 22% one-year return and a 3.3%…

2 Defensive Stocks to Bulk Up on as Interest Rates Rise

August 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) maintains its place as a top defensive stock with a history of dividend increases and shareholder value…

Dividend Stocks

These 3 Canadian Banks Will Continue to Fare Well in a Rising Interest Rate Environment

August 21, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock is one of the stocks that can be expected to continue to provide a strong dividend…

3 Dividend Stocks I Would Buy Right Now

August 18, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of three dividend stocks that represent compelling value for investors.

2 Safe and Reliable Dividend Stocks for Your RRSP

August 17, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) (NYSE:ENB) boast long histories of reliable dividend income that have made shareholders…

4 Reasons to Buy This High-Yielding 7% Dividend Stock

August 17, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) is a dividend stock that has demographics and size on its side. Investors can safely…

2 Stocks Trading at Multi-Year Lows: 1 of Them Has Massive Upside in 2018

August 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Consider investing in Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS), which has a solid and increasing market share position in the growing automotive aftermarket.

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks That Are Rich in Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns

August 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors would be wise to consider Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and Pason Systems Inc. (TSX:PSI) for their high dividend…

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