Matt Smith, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Energy Stocks

2 Oil Stocks to Play the Rebound in Crude

March 18, 2016 | Matt Smith

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are two of the best ways to play the rally…

How Risky Is an Investment in Baytex Energy Corp.?

March 17, 2016 | Matt Smith

The latest amendments to its 2016 guidance highlight just how risky an investment Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) can be.

Dividend Stocks

Now Is the Time to Buy Vermilion Energy Inc.

March 17, 2016 | Matt Smith

Here's why you should acquire Vermilion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET).

Dividend Stocks

Buy Enbridge Inc. for Long-term Growth and a Juicy 4% Yield

March 14, 2016 | Matt Smith

Midstream energy giant Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is in a solid position to benefit from higher oil prices.

Dividend Stocks

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s Dividend Cut Is Good News for Investors

March 11, 2016 | Matt Smith

Don't let Crescent Point Energy Corp.'s (TSX:CPG)(NSYE:CPG) dividend cut prevent you from investing in what is one of the best…

Energy Stocks

Why Canadian Natural Resources Limited Is 1 of the Best Long-term Plays for a Rebound in Crude

March 10, 2016 | Matt Smith

Energy major Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is fast shaping up as one of the best plays on a rebound…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why the Rally in Mining Stocks Will Come to an End

March 9, 2016 | Matt Smith

There are growing signs that the rally in metals miners, such as Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK), First Quantum Minerals Limited…

Bank Stocks

Why the Perception of Risk for Canada’s Banks From a Housing Correction Is Overblown

March 9, 2016 | Matt Smith

Just how vulnerable are the big banks, such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), and Canadian Imperial…

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why the Rally in Oil Is Unsustainable

March 8, 2016 | Matt Smith

Fundamental indicators highlight that oil's recent rally is unsustainable. Any decline in prices will hurt heavily indebted oil companies such…

Investing

3 Top Tips for Successful Investing

March 6, 2016 | Matt Smith

Learn how to maximize your chances of achieving investing success with Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Enbridge…

Dividend Stocks

Why Now Is the Time to Invest in Crescent Point Energy Corp.

March 4, 2016 | Matt Smith

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is one of the best ways to play the long-expected rebound in crude.

Dividend Stocks

Bank of Nova Scotia Continues to Impress With its Latest Earnings

March 4, 2016 | Matt Smith

Recent results highlight why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) belongs in every portfolio.

Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy Inc. Is Shaping Up as the Best Play for a Rebound in Crude

March 3, 2016 | Matt Smith

Why Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is strongly positioned to take advantage of the eventual rebound in crude.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Teck Resources Ltd. Will Continue to Languish

February 29, 2016 | Matt Smith

There are signs that there isn't much upside left for Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK).

Investing

Is George Soros Right About China?

February 25, 2016 | Matt Smith

If George Soros is right about a hard landing in China, it won't just be miners such as Teck Resources…

Dividend Stocks

Why Now Is the Time to Add Bank of Nova Scotia to Your Portfolio

February 24, 2016 | Matt Smith

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is attractively priced and has the best growth prospects of Canada's banks.

3 Reasons to Add Toronto-Dominion Bank to Your Portfolio

February 24, 2016 | Matt Smith

Why now is the time to add Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) to your portfolio.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why the Recent Rally in Commodities Will Come to an End

February 23, 2016 | Matt Smith

Invest in miners such as Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) and First Quantum Minerals Limited (TSX:FM) at your peril. Industry fundamentals…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Gold Is a Poor Long-Term Investment

February 18, 2016 | Matt Smith

Why gold is a poor investment that has failed to outperform quality dividend-paying stocks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and…

Investing

Fortis Inc.’s Latest Acquisition Confirms Why it Should Be a Holding in Every Portfolio

February 16, 2016 | Matt Smith

Utility owner Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) continues to go from strength to strength, and its latest planned acquisition highlights why it…

Investing

Will the Collapse in Crude Trigger the Next Economic Crisis?

February 6, 2016 | Matt Smith

Weak oil prices could precipitate an economic crisis among emerging markets, affecting companies such as Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS)…

Energy Stocks

Energy Investors: Don’t Count On Oil Rallying Anytime Soon

February 4, 2016 | Matt Smith

Despite the collapse in crude, U.S. oil output remains close to record levels. There are signs that energy companies with…

Dividend Stocks

Canada: Why Now Is the Time to Buy Stocks!

February 3, 2016 | Matt Smith

Take advantage of a weak market to acquire quality dividend-paying stocks such as Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Bank of Nova Scotia…

Energy Stocks

Do OPEC’s Actions Signal the Start of the Long-Awaited Recovery in Crude?

February 1, 2016 | Matt Smith

OPEC production cuts won't be enough to spark a sustained rally in crude because oil sands output from energy majors…

Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian National Railway Company Should Be in Every Portfolio

January 31, 2016 | Matt Smith

Canadian National Railway Company's (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) latest results highlight why it is a stock that every investor should own.

Bank Stocks

Should Investors Be Worried About Moody’s Corporation’s Downgrade of Bank of Nova Scotia?

January 29, 2016 | Matt Smith

Is this latest downgrade for Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) meaningful, or is it more market noise?

Why Gold Is a Poor Safe-Haven Investment

January 28, 2016 | Matt Smith

Looking to hedge against volatiity? Ignore gold and add Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), and Brookfield Asset…

Investing

3 Important Ways to Manage a Bear Market

January 25, 2016 | Matt Smith

Take a closer look at how to manage the impending bear market with BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

3 Reasons to Focus on Dividend Investing

January 23, 2016 | Matt Smith

Take advantage of the benefits offered by dividend investing with stocks such as Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), Canadian Utilities…

Dividend Stocks

Invest Like Warren Buffett With 2 Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

January 22, 2016 | Matt Smith

Invest for the long term and generate a reliable income stream with Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Emera Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Avoid the Market Hype and Add BCE Inc. to Your Portfolio

January 19, 2016 | Matt Smith

Hedge against market volatility by adding BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) to your portfolio.

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why There Will Be Greater Carnage in the Energy Patch in 2016

January 19, 2016 | Matt Smith

Debt restructures and insolvencies in the energy patch are set to rise in coming months with Penn West Petroleum Ltd.…

Dividend Stocks

3 Important Lessons From 2015 That Investors Should Heed in 2016

January 19, 2016 | Matt Smith

Investors learned some hard lessons in 2015 with Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG), Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), and TransAlta…

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why US$20 Oil Is Now a Real Possibility

January 16, 2016 | Matt Smith

Energy investors, get ready for even lower crude prices and further cost cutting from Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and…

Dividend Stocks

Another Reason to Add Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P. to Your Portfolio

January 15, 2016 | Matt Smith

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners L.P.'s (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) latest acquisition will significantly enhance its growth prospects.

Investing

The Global Infrastructure Deficit Is a Powerful Tailwind for Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

January 13, 2016 | Matt Smith

Cash in on the growing global demand for infrastructure and get a 6% yield by investing in Brookfield Infrastructure Partners…

Investing

Hedge Against Global Economic Uncertainty With Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

January 12, 2016 | Matt Smith

Reduce risk and enhance your portfolio's defensive characteristics with Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM).

Dividend Stocks

Now Is the Time to Add Canadian National Railway Company to Your Portfolio

January 12, 2016 | Matt Smith

Take advantage of the market sell-off and add Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) to your portfolio.

Investing

3 Ways to Invest Like Warren Buffett

January 8, 2016 | Matt Smith

Follow Warren Buffett's investment philosophy with Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP), Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

Investing

3 Top Secular-Growth Stocks for 2016 and Beyond

January 7, 2016 | Matt Smith

Forget about market volatility. Benefit from these powerful long-term, secular tailwinds with Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP), BCE Inc.…

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