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

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Energy Stocks

As Bitcoin Plummets in Erratic Trading, Oil Services Stocks Continue Their Steady Rise

January 25, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors: don't speculate with Bitcoin. Invest in energy services stocks such as Precision Drilling Corp. (TSX:PD)(NYSE:PDS) for their massive upside,…

Dividend Stocks

4 Top Stocks to Build Your Retirement Wealth

January 24, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Stocks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) are solid wealth builders and make great additions to your…

Energy Stocks

This Stock Is on Sale Today With Massive Upside Tomorrow

January 23, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) continues to drive sales and margins, yet the stock is trading at bargain prices.

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Bank Stocks

Home Capital Group Inc.: A Value Play or a Value Trap?

January 22, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) shares have surged almost 10%, as the company defends itself against new allegations.

Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Ltd. or Sierra Wireless, Inc.: Which Is the Better Buy?

January 20, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) shares have skyrocketed, as CEO John Chen's transformation takes hold, but Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) shares are…

Dividend Stocks

5 Top Stocks for Your Starter Portfolio

January 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A well-rounded, diversified starter portfolio includes top stocks such as CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB).

Dividend Stocks

Corus Entertainment Inc. Plunges 28% Since the Beginning of the Year

January 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A changing landscape hits Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B), but strong cash flows make it an interesting value play.

Dividend Stocks

Canadians’ Debt Burden Continues to Increase: Is it Time to Get Defensive?

January 16, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of a group of defensive stocks that will thrive in a rising interest rate environment.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Gold Is a Safe Bet in 2018

January 15, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors: turn to Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) for its gold exposure and superior operational performance.

Investing

Aphria Inc. Continues to Plunge as Investors Get a Reality Check

January 15, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) shares fell despite strong results. What does this tell us?

Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation or BCE Inc.: Which Is the Better Buy for Your TFSA?

January 14, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) both provide reliable income, but expect faster dividend growth from Telus.

Dividend Stocks

Warm Up With These Natural Gas Stocks That Are Set to Soar in 2018

January 12, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

There's still time to get in on Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TSX:TOU) and other natural gas names that are soaring today…

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Energy Stocks to Own as Oil and Gas Prices Rebound Fiercely

January 12, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here’s an oil-weighted stock, Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE), a natural gas-weighted stock, Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY), and an…

Dividend Stocks

Don’t Miss This Big Opportunity to Buy Baytex Energy Corp. as Oil Hits $63

January 11, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Expect Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and another company to soar as they begin to reflect the price of oil.

Energy Stocks

Forget Bitcoin. These Energy Services Stocks Are up to 169% Higher Than Last Year

January 10, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Calfrac Well Services Ltd. (TSX:CFW) rallied 165% as it reported a 156% increase in revenue and rising activity levels. Expect…

Dividend Stocks

3 Top Value Stocks to Buy in 2018

January 10, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is among value stocks that will soar in 2018.

Invest in Toronto-Dominion Bank as Soaring Job Numbers Mean Higher Rates Sooner

January 9, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) can be expected to continue to increase its dividend, as higher interest rates benefit its bottom line.

Dividend Stocks

As Job Growth Soars, Invest in These Top Retailers

January 9, 2018 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and other retailers will see continued strength as consumer spending is likely to be strong…

Dividend Stocks

Bitcoin Plunges: Is This the Start of a Selling Frenzy?

December 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Forget Bitcoin. Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) is a top addition to investors' portfolios for its exposure to gold and…

Dividend Stocks

Baby it’s Cold Outside … Is Natural Gas About to Soar Higher?

December 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) is but one of three high-quality natural gas producers that have massive upside potential.

3 High-Yielding Stocks to Add to Your TFSA Portfolio

December 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is among stocks with dividend yields as high as 10% that make great additions to…

Tech Stocks

Another Beat From BlackBerry Ltd. Sends the Stock Soaring

December 21, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) shares surged 12% on better than expected third-quarter results, as revenue growth not only beat expectations, but…

Investing

This High-Quality Stock Is Down 20% Year to Date and Grossly Undervalued: Time to Buy

December 21, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Badger Daylighting Ltd. (TSX:BAD) is achieving +20% revenue growth and 38% earnings growth as demand picks up. The stock has…

Dividend Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp. Is Among Stocks With Massive Upside as Oil Approaches $60

December 21, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) will see free cash flow rise dramatically and significant debt reduction in this environment. This is…

Dividend Stocks

Investors Have Hit the Jackpot With This 10.2% High-Yield Dividend Stock

December 20, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation (TSX:LIF) announces yet another special dividend payment for the fourth quarter.

Tech Stocks

Attention Investors: Sierra Wireless, Inc. Is on Sale Today

December 20, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With strong revenue and earnings growth, Sierra Wireless, Inc.’s (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) undervalued stock is set to soar.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd. Is up 500% Since January 2016: Why it’s a Better Investment Than Marijuana Stocks

December 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) continues to generate strong free cash flow as strong fundamentals continue.

Investing

Why Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. Surged Almost 10% Today

December 18, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is clearly making progress under its new CEO, but there are still many hurdles to…

Dividend Stocks

Altagas Ltd. Is Among the Top Dividend-Paying Stocks to Own in 2018

December 18, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) offer investors high dividend yields and strong growth in the year…

Dividend Stocks

What Does the U.S. Fed Interest Rate Hike Mean for Canadian Investors?

December 16, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors should bulk up on financial stocks such as Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Ltd. (TSX:IAG) for its exposure…

Energy Stocks

4 Reasons Baytex Energy Corp. Is Now a Screaming Buy

December 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) should show strong cash flows and debt reduction, which will send the shares soaring.

Dividend Stocks

As Debt Climbs to New Record Levels, Where Should Investors Turn?

December 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Canada’s banks, such as National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA), will benefit, while retailers like Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) will…

Dividend Stocks

This Top High-Yielding Energy Services Stock Gets a 67% Dividend Increase

December 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Mullen Group Ltd. (TSX:MTL) shares rally, as the company institutes a 67% increase in its annual dividend as its outlook…

Investing

Competition Is Heating Up in the Marijuana Industry

December 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) issued equity to fund expansion plans, as capital injections are increasingly needed to fund massive growth potential…

Investing

Hudson’s Bay Co.: When Real Estate Trumps Retail

December 13, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

While there may be a short term trade given that Hudson's Bay Co. (TSX:HBC) is trading below the value of…

Investing

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc. Is Trading at 52-Week Highs: Should You Buy or Sell?

December 12, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Valeant Pharmaceutical International Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) is still in early stages of a comeback, with many hurdles to overcome.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Will Gold Stocks Surge as the U.S. Dollar Weakens?

December 12, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) and OceanaGold Corporation (TSX:OGC) offer investors good upside when gold prices strengthen.

Dividend Stocks

Attention Contrarian Investors: Are Natural Gas Companies About to Soar?

December 12, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) is among high-quality, undervalued natural gas stocks that will skyrocket should natural gas prices…