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

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Corporation: Spending on Fibre-Optic Networks Is a Game Changer

October 4, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Heavy investment by Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) means debt and no free cash flow.

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2 Great Stocks Under $10

October 3, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

From fuel cells to the U.S. housing recovery, these below-the-radar stocks, such as Western Forest Products Inc. (TSX:WEF), are great…

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Time to Buy This Stock That Has Soared 29% This Year?

October 3, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is growing above industry levels, but so is Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR).

This Growth Stock Has a 3-Year Return of 70% With More Upside to Come

October 2, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

CGI Group Inc.’s (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) goal is to double the company within the next five to seven years.

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After Soaring 56% This Year, Can This Stock Continue its Run?

October 2, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With the U.S. housing recovery chugging along, Norbord Inc. (TSX:OSB)(NYSE:OSB) looks set to continue its run, but is Western Forest…

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Buyer Beware: Speculating on Bombardier, Inc.?

September 30, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Bombardier, Inc.’s (TSX:BBD.B) lack of visibility is a big problem for investors.

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Here’s a High-Yielding Pipeline Company for You

September 29, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

With a 7% dividend yield and good growth ahead of it, Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) stands to make TFSA investors…

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Is it Time to Buy BlackBerry Ltd.?

September 27, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The right acquisition could be a game changer for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), but should investors jump in now or wait…

Is Canopy Growth Corp. Overvalued?

September 26, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Warren Buffett would not touch Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED).

Energy Stocks

Baytex Energy Corp. Rallied 5.3% Yesterday: Why?

September 26, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Higher-risk energy names such as Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) rallied off of strength in oil prices.

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Over 60? Here Are 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy

September 25, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN), yielding over 7%, benefits greatly from the aging population.

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3 Undervalued Stocks to Add Right Now

September 25, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) And two other stocks are undervalued.

Dividend Stocks

Why Oil Could Spike Significantly Higher Before the Year Ends

September 25, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Oil could spike before the end of the year, and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ)…

Dividend Stocks

The Consumer Is Dying: Where Should Investors Turn?

September 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors, check out Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) for its dividend yield and growing free cash flow generation.

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Why This Energy Stock Is up More Than 12%

September 22, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Energy stocks such as Shawcor Ltd. (TSX:SCL) are up as oil remains above $50.

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Time to Sell This Stock Trading at 52-Week Highs

September 20, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a screaming sell, while Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) and Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation (TSX:LIF) are screaming…

Dividend Stocks

Positioning for Oil Price Strength: Baytex Energy Corp. or Crescent Point Energy Corp.?

September 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) struggles with its balance sheet, while Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) pays a 4% dividend.

1 Little-Known Company Making Investors Tonnes of Money

September 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Forget Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS). Take a look at Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. (TSX:ZZZ) instead.

Dividend Stocks

Retired? Here Are 2 Safe Dividend-Paying Stocks to Own

September 18, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) provide retirees with income and stability.

2 Financial Stocks to Buy Now as Interest Rates Rise

September 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services (TSX:IAG) will outperform in this rising interest rate environment.

Tech Stocks

Better Buy: Shopify Inc. or Sierra Wireless, Inc.?

September 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Why Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) has a better risk profile than Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

Dividend Stocks

Altagas Ltd.: A High-Yielding Dividend-Paying Stock for Your TFSA

September 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) is performing ahead of expectations amid stock price weakness and uncertainty.

Dividend Stocks

A Top Oil Stock to Buy Right Now

September 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Upcoming catalysts will provide Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) shareholders with solid returns.

Energy Stocks

Attention Investors: Here’s a Growth Stock That’s up More Than 20%

September 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Why investors need to pay attention to growth stocks such as Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP).

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Ballard Power Systems Inc. Shares Rise Almost 5% on Higher-Than-Average Volume

September 12, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) shares rally as the company continues to beat expectations.

Why Avigilon Corp. Is up 30% Since the Beginning of the Year

September 11, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Avigilon Corp. (TSX:AVO) is beating expectations, which is sending the stock higher.

Dividend Stocks

Pason Systems Inc. Turns Free Cash Flow Positive and Has a 4% Dividend Yield

August 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Pason Systems Inc.'s (TSX:PSI) second-quarter results show improvement in activity, translating to strong financial results.

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Invest in SunOpta Inc. to Profit From 1 of the Most Lucrative Secular Trends

August 15, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

SunOpta Inc. (TSX:SOY) is increasingly well positioned in the organic food industry.

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Why Stantec Inc. Shares Have More Upside Even After its 9% Rally

August 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Stantec Inc.'s (TSX:STN)(NYSE:STN) second-quarter results showed a return to organic growth and renewed optimism.

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Freehold Royalties Ltd.: Can Investors Expect an Increase in its 4.25% Dividend Yield?

August 14, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Second-quarter results show why the best is yet to come for Freehold Royalties Ltd. (TSX:FRU).

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Indigo Books and Music Inc.’s Quarterly Results Show Continued Strong Improvements

August 11, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Indigo Books and Music Inc. (TSX:IDG) continues to capture a rapidly increasing share of the Canadian retail market.

Dividend Stocks

Why Did Martinrea International Inc. Shares Soar 6.75%?

August 10, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Martinrea International Inc. (TSX:MRE) reported better-than-expected results as the company focuses on higher-margin business.

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Why Ballard Power Systems Inc. Is Poised to Soar Higher

August 10, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) second-quarter results show strong revenue and increasing margins.

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Air Canada: Growing Free Cash Flow Is Transforming the Airline Business

August 10, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) posted significantly better-than-expected second-quarter results that signal good times ahead.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. Shares Rally 4% Ahead of Better-Than-Expected Results

August 1, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Agnico agle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) raises production and cost guidance as operational results exceed expectations.

Energy Stocks

Looking for Signs of a Strengthening Canadian Economy?

August 1, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Take a look at Mullen Group Ltd.’s (TSX:MTL) second-quarter results.

Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks Set to Increase Their Dividends This Year

July 31, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Waste Connections Inc.'s (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) and Labrador Iron Ore Royalty Corporation’s (TSX:LIF) continued success will translate into more cash for investors.

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Should Investors Buy Ballard Power Systems Inc. Before its 2nd-Quarter Earnings Report?

July 20, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Ballard Power Systems Inc.'s (TSX:BLDP)(NASDAQ:BLDP) upcoming results should continue to show progress.

3 Stocks to Buy on Weakness

July 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Freehold Royalties Ltd. (TSX:FRU) is just one company whose shares are lower despite good results.

Dividend Stocks

New Flyer Industries Inc. Is Down 6.6% From May High: Time to Buy?

July 19, 2017 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

New Flyer Industries Inc. (TSX:NFI) continues to benefit from increased investments in infrastructure.

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