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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.

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Two Hidden Gems Trading Below Book Value

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

One simple tool can put you on the road to big time investment gains.

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Is the Canadian Consumer Running Out of Steam?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The risk that the consumer is running out of steam is very real. Invest accordingly.

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What a Rising Interest Rate Environment Means for Life Insurance Companies

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The days of cheap credit are coming to an end, so investors would be wise to look for investments that…

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CGI Group and Celestica: Seeing the Value in Technology Stocks

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

2 established Canadian based tech co's that are making waves in the global market.

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The Tide Keeps Turning: Copper Up off of Strong Manufacturing Data out of China

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dr. Copper continues to show signs of strength. Good news for these 3 producers.

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Talisman: Is There Hope or is it Time to Pull the Plug?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This energy player just keeps doing what it does best, disappointing investors.

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Are Natural Gas Market Fundamentals About to Change?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The industry is beginning to realize that shale reserves aren't necessarily as they appear.

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Why is Crew Energy Up 11% This Month and is There More to Come?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Great growth, cheap valuation - there's plenty to like about Crew.

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5 Canadian Stocks to Retire On

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Want to retire easy? Start here.

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Stocks to Own if Copper Continues its Rise

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Dr. Copper is on the comeback trail. So too will these stocks if the trend continues.

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Stocks to Avoid in a Slowing Canadian Real Estate Market

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Keep the risk/reward relationship in mind if you're considering these names.

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This Canadian Bank Looks Good, by the Numbers

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Time for a bank round up - and one looks better than the others.

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Junior Oil and Gas Yields: Juicy, but Sustainable?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Scouring the Canadian small- and mid-cap energy space for yield.

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The Shawcor Trifecta: Business is Booming, Profitability is Strong, and Valuation is Attractive

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Learn about this relatively obscure way to play the booming pipeline industry.

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Newalta Corp: One to Watch this Reporting Season

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Get set for this week's release from this promising waste related firm.

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The Consumer Staples Sector: Signs of Upcoming Underperformance?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Good times for the economy doesn't necessarily translate to good times for consumer staples stocks.

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Aecon Group Inc.: The Right Ingredients

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

This company is helping to build Canada. Can it build up your portfolio as well?

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Oil Services: The Opportunity in Volatility

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Big risk means big reward in the oil services space.

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Celestica Inc.: A Good Quarter But Limited Visibility Going Forward

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The company's turning around, but the industry is a tough nut to crack.

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Hudson’s Bay Company Makes a Bold Move

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The market cheered the deal, but a more leveraged balance sheet may come back to haunt the Bay.

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Precision Drilling Reports Optimistic Second Quarter Results

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

A weak second quarter is expected to be quickly forgotten as business is picking up in the oil patch.

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Is Now a Good Time to Get Involved in the Booming Auto Industry?

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Find out if this Fool thinks it's time to jump in or jump out of one of the best companies…

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Encana: Be Greedy When Others are Fearful

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The stock may be stuck in neutral, but there's still lots to like about this natural gas giant.

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Rona: Why Investors Should Stay Away

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The future is not bright for this Canadian retailer.

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Oilfield Services: On the Cusp of a Boom

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Anyway you shape it, these 5 energy service co's are looking good.

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