Matt Smith, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

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Talisman Energy Is Hitting New Lows; Is Now the Time to Buy?

March 14, 2014 | Matt Smith

This oil explorer and producer continues to flirt with new lows. Is it a bargain?

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Penn West Rallies; Is Now the Time to Buy?

March 13, 2014 | Matt Smith

Is now the time to buy shares in this beaten-down former market darling?

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What to Expect When Parex Resources Reports Tomorrow

March 12, 2014 | Matt Smith

This small-cap oil company's shares continue to rise at a cracking pace, but is now still the time to invest?

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Can Lightstream Resources Ever Bounce Back?

March 12, 2014 | Matt Smith

It has been a tough year for investors in this oil company, but is now the time to sell?

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Is Now the Time to Invest in 3 of the Oil Patch’s Biggest Losers?

March 11, 2014 | Matt Smith

Or will these companies' share prices plunge further?

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Is Gran Tierra Energy Headed for $10 a Share?

March 11, 2014 | Matt Smith

A significant increase in oil reserves and production leaves this junior oil play appearing under-valued

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Is Now the Time to Invest in Gold?

March 5, 2014 | Matt Smith

Emerging bullish sentiment on gold makes gold miners a contrarian play for 2014.

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Is Canacol Energy Headed for $9 a Share?

March 4, 2014 | Matt Smith

This Canadian oil small-cap is set to continue unlocking value for investors through 2014.

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The Bank of Nova Scotia Hikes its Dividend Yet Again

March 4, 2014 | Matt Smith

This big five bank continues to reward investors while remaining attractively valued.

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3 Highest Dividend Yields From Large-Cap Canadian Stocks

March 3, 2014 | Matt Smith

Not all high yielding large-cap dividend stocks are created equal.

The Stock Picker’s Guide to Toronto Dominion Bank for 2014

February 28, 2014 | Matt Smith

This top 5 bank continues to perform strongly but may not be the best value pick for your portfolio.

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Cenovus Hits New Lows; Is it Time to Invest?

February 27, 2014 | Matt Smith

New lows coupled with a tasty dividend yield make this oil major an attractive long-term buy.

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Will IAMGOLD’s Lack Luster Performance Continue In 2014?

February 26, 2014 | Matt Smith

A small-cap gold miner to avoid despite the gold rally.

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2 Must-Have Dividend Champions for Your RRSP

February 26, 2014 | Matt Smith

2 consistent dividend growth stocks allowing investors to maximize the tax effectiveness of their RRSP

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Should You Buy Kinross Gold?

February 25, 2014 | Matt Smith

This gold miner is attractively priced, but may be a mixed bag for investors.

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This Precious Metals Royalties and Streaming Company Is on a Tear

February 20, 2014 | Matt Smith

After such a strong rally is there any steam left in this precious metals company?

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2 Junior Gold Miners Soaring to New Heights

February 19, 2014 | Matt Smith

These 2 junior gold miners are among some of the biggest gainers on the TSX this year, but can they…

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B2Gold Is Shaping Up as One of the Hottest Picks for 2014

February 18, 2014 | Matt Smith

This rapidly growing small-cap gold miner is unlocking value for investors.

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Is There Relief in Sight for Pacific Rubiales Investors?

February 17, 2014 | Matt Smith

Despite a tough year, there is light at the end of the tunnel for investors in this oil mid-cap.

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Add Some Shine to Your Portfolio With New Gold

February 17, 2014 | Matt Smith

This intermediate gold miner is set to report a solid 2013 result that will continue into 2014.

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Goldcorp’s 2013 Earnings Disappoint — Is it Time to Sell?

February 14, 2014 | Matt Smith

Softer gold prices and a difficult operating have hit this gold miner hard, but there is light at the end…

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How Barrick Gold Will Recover From a Disastrous 2013

February 13, 2014 | Matt Smith

Despite a tough 2013 this gold mining heavy weight is set to deliver in 2014.

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Husky Energy Beats Analyst Estimates — Is it a Buy?

February 13, 2014 | Matt Smith

This energy major continues to perform strongly and will do so for the foreseeable future

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The Stock Picker’s Guide to Crescent Point Energy for 2014

February 10, 2014 | Matt Smith

Crescent Point will continue to perform strongly despite declining U.S. demand for light crude.

Baytex’s Big Gamble on the Eagle Ford Shale

February 10, 2014 | Matt Smith

Baytex's big bet on the Eagle Ford shale is a game changer for the company

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How Will the U.S. Shale Oil Boom Impact Canada’s Oil Patch?

February 10, 2014 | Matt Smith

The U.S. shale oil boom is set to hit Canada's light oil producers hard

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The Stock Picker’s Guide to Barrick Gold for 2014

January 31, 2014 | Matt Smith

Is the gold stock turning things around?

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The Stock Picker’s Guide to Imperial Oil in 2014

January 31, 2014 | Matt Smith

This consistent performer should continue to deliver in 2014.

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3 Top Picks From Canada’s Oil Patch for 2014

January 29, 2014 | Matt Smith

The industry faces many challenges, but also holds plenty of opportunity if you know where to look.

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Should You Sell Penn West Petroleum?

January 28, 2014 | Matt Smith

There's no relief in sight for shareholders.

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One Contrarian Pick for 2014

January 27, 2014 | Matt Smith

The future looks golden for this miner.

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What to Expect From Talisman Energy in 2014

January 27, 2014 | Matt Smith

It may be a long and rocky road for investors.

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How Risky Are Canada’s Banks?

January 27, 2014 | Matt Smith

Our big banks have performed well, but could they be due for a collapse?

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3 High-Yielding Stocks With Significant Growth Opportunities

January 24, 2014 | Matt Smith

My top three dividend picks for 2014.

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3 Exotic Energy Stocks With Big Potential for 2014 and Beyond

January 23, 2014 | Matt Smith

Three Canadian companies operating in Colombia show plenty of promise.

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The Bank of Nova Scotia Offers the Most Promise for Investors

January 20, 2014 | Matt Smith

A 2014 outlook for Canada's big banks.

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Canada’s Oil Patch: What Happened in 2013 and What to Expect in 2014

January 17, 2014 | Matt Smith

A preview of what investors can expect out of Canadian oil patch players.

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Dividend Investing 101: Dividends As a Superior Form of Tax-Effective Income

January 2, 2014 | Matt Smith

Find out exactly how Canada's dividend tax credit works, and what it can mean for your portfolio's total return.

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Barrick Gold: 2013 a Year in Review

December 10, 2013 | Matt Smith

It's been a bad year for the world's biggest gold miner. Is Barrick more or less interesting for investors at…

Five Key Takeaways from TD Bank’s Full Year Earnings Release

December 10, 2013 | Matt Smith

The shares dipped but this Fool has no issue with TD's stellar quarter.

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