Matt Smith, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Dividend Stocks

Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. Is Downgraded: Is This a Signal to Sell?

January 27, 2015 | Matt Smith

Why investors should avoid Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (TSX:MBT).

Metals and Mining Stocks

Kinross Gold Corp. Downgraded: Should Investors Sell?

January 27, 2015 | Matt Smith

The increasingly negative outlook for gold over the next two years makes Kinross Gold Corp. (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) an unappealing investment.

Energy Stocks

Could Crescent Point Energy Corp. Be a Potential Suitor for Lightstream Resources Ltd.?

January 26, 2015 | Matt Smith

Crescent Point Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) may be looking to make further acquisitions with many oil assets trading at distressed prices.

Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Inc. Hikes its Dividend Yet Again: Is This a Signal to Buy?

January 26, 2015 | Matt Smith

Another dividend hike and a resilient business model make Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) a core holding in any portfolio.

Dividend Stocks

Pengrowth Energy Corp.’s Outlook Is Downgraded: Is This a Signal to Sell?

January 26, 2015 | Matt Smith

The outlook for Pengrowth Energy Corp. (TSX:PGF)(NYSE:PGH) has been downgraded, but it is still a speculative play on a rebound…

Dividend Stocks

BCE Inc.: A Dividend Chart Every Investor Needs to See

January 26, 2015 | Matt Smith

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is a dividend machine that belongs in every income-focused portfolio.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Pan American Silver Corp. Is a Solid Opportunity to Cash in on the Rally in Silver

January 23, 2015 | Matt Smith

Why Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA)(NYSE:PAAS) is a solid bet on the silver rally.

Dividend Stocks

TransCanada Corp. Was Recently Upgraded: Is This a Signal to Buy?

January 23, 2015 | Matt Smith

TransCanada Corp. (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) was recently upgraded, making now the time to invest.

Energy Stocks

Could the Rout in Crude Last for at Least Another Year?

January 22, 2015 | Matt Smith

Significantly softer crude prices could last for a year or more, making Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS), Lightstream Resources Ltd.…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd. Is Upgraded: Is This a Signal to Buy?

January 21, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite the improved outlook for Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK), investors are still best advised to avoid a stock that has…

Energy Stocks

Why I Believe Investors Should Avoid Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.

January 21, 2015 | Matt Smith

Another production outage at the Syncrude operations highlights why investors should avoid troubled oil company Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS).

Metals and Mining Stocks

George Soros Sold His Stake in Yamana Gold Inc.: Should You Do the Same?

January 20, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite Soros bailing out of Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY), the company represents a solid opportunity for investors seeking exposure to…

Metals and Mining Stocks

This Key Ratio Highlights Now Is the Time to Buy Silver Wheaton Corp.

January 20, 2015 | Matt Smith

It looks like a silver rally is coming, and this analyst thinks Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is the way to…

Does Barrick Gold Corp. Present the Best Opportunity to Cash in on the Rebound in Gold?

January 19, 2015 | Matt Smith

Why Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) is a speculative investment on a rebound in gold.

Dividend Stocks

Top 5 Dividend Yields of the S&P/TSX 60: Which to Buy and Which to Avoid

January 19, 2015 | Matt Smith

Not all dividends of large listed companies are created equal, with many like Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.'s (TSX:COS) and Teck…

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. Cuts its 2015 Capital Budget: What Does This Mean for Investors?

January 19, 2015 | Matt Smith

Why now is the time for investors to take a closer look at Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ).

Dividend Stocks

Why I Am Bullish on Vermillion Energy Inc. Despite the Rout in Crude Prices

January 18, 2015 | Matt Smith

Vermillion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) appears undervalued after the rout in oil stocks, making it a solid long-term acquisition for the…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Avoid Teck Resources Ltd. and First Quantum Minerals Ltd.

January 15, 2015 | Matt Smith

Softer commodities prices due to slower global economic growth make now the time to avoid investing in metals miners Teck…

Dividend Stocks

2 Reliable Dividends From Canada’s Energy Patch

January 15, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite the crude price crunch Canada's energy patch continues to offer opportunities for dividend hungry investors with Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB)…

Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Key Catalysts Set to Drive a Continued Rebound in Gold for 2015

January 14, 2015 | Matt Smith

The much anticipated rally in gold has only just started, take advantage of the rally as it continues through 2015…

Energy Stocks

Are Significantly Softer Crude Prices Here to Stay?

January 14, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite some analysts expecting a rebound in the price of crude it appears significantly softer prices are here to stay…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Now the Time to Avoid Goldcorp Inc.?

January 14, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite problems with its Cerro Negro mine, Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) remains well positioned to take advantage of the impending rebound…

Dividend Stocks

How Safe Is Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s Monster 10% Dividend Yield?

January 14, 2015 | Matt Smith

Why Crescent Point Energy Corp.'s (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) will remain unchanged for the foreseeable future despite the crude price crunch.

Dividend Stocks

Will There Be Further Carnage in the Energy Patch in 2015?

January 9, 2015 | Matt Smith

The carnage in the enery patch may be far from over but Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is well positioned…

Energy Stocks

Despite the Crude Price Crunch, Every Investor Should Consider Suncor Energy Inc. in 2015

January 8, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite the crude price crunch threatening the energy patch, now is the time to invest in Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU).

Tech Stocks

Why Every Investor Should Consider BCE Inc. in 2015

January 7, 2015 | Matt Smith

Why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is superior to the high yielding dividend stocks being chased by investors in the energy patch.

Why Gold Belongs in Every Investor’s Portfolio in 2015

January 6, 2015 | Matt Smith

There are growing signs that investing in gold through Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) will be the best way for investors to…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Investors Should Avoid Teck Resources Ltd. in 2015

January 6, 2015 | Matt Smith

Despite analyst upgrades, the jury is still out on whether Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is a potential investment opportunity.

Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Reasons Why Silver Will Rebound in 2015

January 5, 2015 | Matt Smith

Take a closer look at why silver is set to rebound in 2015, with Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) and Goldcorp…

Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Key Economic Risks to Watch in 2015

December 26, 2014 | Matt Smith

These risks have the potential to derail the global economy and further depress commodity prices, making Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK)…

Dividend Stocks

Will Pengrowth Energy Corp. Be the Next Company in the Patch to Slash its Dividend?

December 23, 2014 | Matt Smith

There are growing signs that Pengrowth Energy Corp. (TSX:PGF)(NYSE:PGH) will be the next operator in the energy patch to cut…

Dividend Stocks

Is Another Dividend Cut Looming for Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.?

December 23, 2014 | Matt Smith

It appears Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) is already under pressure to slash its dividend again, despite doing so earlier…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Silver Prices Are Set to Rebound

December 23, 2014 | Matt Smith

This key catalyst will drive silver prices higher, benefiting the silver miners and Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW) (NYSE:SLW).

Energy Stocks

Beat the Crude Price Crunch by Investing in Enbridge Inc. for 2015 and Beyond

December 22, 2014 | Matt Smith

Three reasons why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) allows investors to weather the crude price crunch.

Dividend Stocks

What does Penn West Petroleum Ltd.’s Dividend Cut Mean for Investors?

December 19, 2014 | Matt Smith

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) could be a speculative play on a rebound in oil prices.

Dividend Stocks

Are Low Crude Prices Really Threatening Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s Dividend?

December 18, 2014 | Matt Smith

Will Crescent Point Energy Corp.'s dividend (TSX:CPG) (NYSE:CPG) survive the crude price crunch?

Why Dividend Stocks Should Form Part of Every Investor’s Portfolio

December 11, 2014 | Matt Smith

Take a closer look at why dividend stocks like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) can enhance your investing success.

Dividend Stocks

4 Reasons to Buy Baytex Energy Corp. Even After the Dividend Cut

December 11, 2014 | Matt Smith

Why now is the time to take a closer look at Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) despite its recent dividend cut.

Metals and Mining Stocks

5 Reasons Gold May Have Finally Hit Bottom

December 9, 2014 | Matt Smith

This analyst thinks gold has bottomed, and Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) is the best means of taking advantage of a firmer…

Dividend Stocks

Drilling Into Enerplus Corp.’s Monster 7.3% Dividend Yield: Is it Sustainable?

December 5, 2014 | Matt Smith

Take a closer look to see if Enerplus Corp.'s (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) monster dividend yield is under threat.

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