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

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Investing

2 High-Yielding Plays on the Aging Population

February 2, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here's why Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) and NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN) are must-own dividend-paying stocks.

Tech Stocks

The Opportunity of a Lifetime to Get into Sierra Wireless, Inc.

February 2, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Recent troubles at Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) and a stock-price stumble lead to a great opportunity.

Investing

CGI Group Inc. Firing on All Cylinders

February 2, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

First-quarter fiscal 2017 results show why CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) is still a must-own stock.

Checklist: How to Find a Great Stock

February 1, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Free cash flow, low debt levels, and strong shareholder returns are paramount to the success of an investment. CCL Industries…

Dividend Stocks

Investors Take Notice: Metro, Inc. Consistently Delivers

February 1, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) continues to deliver better than expected earnings and dividend increases.

Investing

Sell in May and Go Away?

May 27, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Why Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) and Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) may see weakness in coming months.

Energy Stocks

Crude Oil Prices Soar to Almost $50: Why it’s Time to Buy Baytex Energy Corp.

May 18, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

High-quality, low-cost Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) is set to soar along with the price of oil.

Tech Stocks

3 Reasons Why CGI Group Inc. Is Still a Good Buy

May 5, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

CGI Group Inc.'s (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) second-quarter results show continued momentum on revenue, margins, and backlog.

Investing

Aecon Group Inc. and Pure Technologies Ltd. Give Investors Something to Smile About in Latest Earnings Reports

May 5, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Strong prospects for Aecon Group Inc. (TSX:ARE) and Pure Technologies Ltd. (TSX:PUR) should lead to strong investor returns.

Investing

Cineplex Inc. Proves Once Again Why it Is a Must-Own Stock

May 4, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Cineplex Inc.'s (TSX:CGX) first-quarter results show strength of its business.

Energy Stocks

Has the Oil and Gas Industry Bottomed?

April 29, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Mullen Group Ltd. (TSX:MTL) and Precision Drilling Corporation (TSX:PD)(NYSE:PDS) are preparing for a rebound.

Investing

The Strengthening Loonie Boosts Canadian Tire Corporation Limited and Other Canadian Retailers

April 21, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The strengthening Canadian dollar is an added catalyst for Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A), which continues to deliver on operational…

2 Gems With Dividend Yields up to 8.5%

April 15, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Add NorthWest Health Prop Real Est Inv Trust (TSX:NWH.UN) and Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation (TSX:LIF.UN) to give your portfolio…

Dividend Stocks

Think Natural Gas Is Heading Higher?

April 13, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Then buy Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) and Peyto Exploration and Development Corp. (TSX:PEY) for relatively safe exposure to the commodity.

Investing

Momentum Is Building for Ballard Power Systems Inc.

April 8, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors can expect a growing order book and fuel cell improvements to result in a good year for Ballard Power…

Tech Stocks

Why Sierra Wireless, Inc.’s Struggle Is the Best Thing to Happen for Long-Term Investors

April 7, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors can scoop up Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) at drastically lower valuation levels.

Investing

Linamar Corporation and Tricon Capital Group Inc. Rally Off Strong 2015 Results: Is it Time to Buy?

March 11, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Better-than-expected results at both Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) and Tricon Capital Group Inc. (TSX:TCN) reveal solid businesses.

Investing

Stocks That Just Hit 52-Week Highs: Buy or Sell?

March 10, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI), Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN), and SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) are still good long-term buys.

Tech Stocks

Interesting Tidbits From Avigilon Corp.’s Latest Report

March 8, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Strong results and a promising licensing opportunity leave Avigilon Corp. (TSX:AVO) looking good.

Investing

Winpak Ltd: The Steady, Consistent Performer

March 8, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a five-year return of over 250%, Winpak Ltd. (TSX:WPK) takes boring and makes it exciting.

Dividend Stocks

Who’s Benefiting From Iron Ore’s 20% Rally?

March 7, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation (TSX:LIF) and Rio TInto plc (NYSE:RIO) are up big off of the iron ore rally.

Dividend Stocks

Is it Time to Buy Aecon Group Inc.?

March 4, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Aecon Group Inc.‘s (TSX:ARE) latest results and strong backlog point to good times ahead.

Investing

Is SunOpta Inc. the Best Way to Play the Organic Food Trend?

March 2, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

SunOpta Inc. (TSX:SOY) reported a disappointing 2015, but will recent acquisitions mean a better 2016?

Dividend Stocks

First Quantum Minerals Limited and Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corp. Are on the Move

February 22, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

First Quantum Minerals Limited (TSX:FM) and another company are rallying off strength in base metals prices.

Investing

Air Canada Reports Healthy Results but the Stock Gets Hit

February 21, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) order and less disclosure sent Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) stock tumbling.

Dividend Stocks

Contrarion Investors: Consider Mullen Group Ltd. for Exposure to the Energy Sector

February 19, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A diversified business model makes Mullen Group Ltd. (TSX:MTL) a low-risk way to position ourselves for a rebound in energy.

Dividend Stocks

Here’s a Look at What Western Forest Products Inc. Has Been up to

February 18, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A weak Canadian dollar and growing demand boost Western Forest Products Inc.'s (TSX:WEF) results.

Dividend Stocks

Intact Financial Corporation Reports Another Exceptional Year

February 17, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Intact Financial Corporation (TSX:IFC) achieves best-in-class results and raises its dividend again.

Energy Stocks

Precision Drilling Corporation Is Hunkering Down to Survive the Storm

February 12, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Should investors start accumulating Precision Drilling Corporation (TSX:PD)(NYSE:PDS)?

Investing

Here’s Why Cineplex Inc. Should Be a Core Holding

February 10, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Impressive 2015 results send Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) higher.

Investing

Indigo Books and Music Inc.’s Growth Sends the Stock Soaring

February 4, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Indigo Books and Music Inc. (TSX:IDG) continues to fire on all cylinders.

Tech Stocks

Celestica Inc. Shares Are Down 17.7% on Weak Results

February 1, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Is this just a setback for Celestica Inc. (TSX:CLS)(NYSE:CLS) or a sign of bigger issues?

Energy Stocks

The Energy Sector’s Roller-Coaster Ride Continues

January 29, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Will Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) and two other companies survive and handsomely reward investors?

Investing

Do Metro, Inc.’s Shares Fully Reflect the Company’s Positive Fundamentals?

January 28, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Metro, Inc. (TSX:MRU) is one company that is growing regardless of the price of oil, but upside in the stock…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Stocks to Consider for Exposure to “Safer” Investments

January 26, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here's why Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) ranks high on the list of gold stocks.

Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp. Is up 43% in the Last 2 days: Why?

January 25, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here is why Baytex Energy Corp.'s (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) future is not all bad.

Dividend Stocks

3 Takeaways From Freehold Royalties Ltd.’s Update

January 22, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Here's what Freehold Royalties Ltd. (TSX:FRU) has to offer investors looking to get in to the energy space.

As Investor Sentiment Shifts, Is it Finally Time for Gold to Shine?

January 21, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) benefits from increasing profitability and shifting investor sentiment.

Energy Stocks

The Flip Side to Collapsing Oil Prices

January 20, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Encana Corporation (TSX:ECA)(NYSE:ECA) is in pain, but retailers and transportation companies will gain.

Dividend Stocks

What Does the Future Hold for High-Yielding Northland Power Inc.?

January 20, 2016 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A lower payout ratio is just one of the many good things in Northland Power Inc.’s (TSX:NPI) future.

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