Nelson Smith, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Investing

Investors: 3 Reasons to Prefer CAE Inc. Over Air Canada or WestJet Airlines Ltd.

September 23, 2015 | Nelson Smith

CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) is a market leader and has very steady earnings. Investors should choose it over Air Canada (TSX:AC)…

Steal These 3 Investing Tips From History’s Greatest Female Investor

September 23, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Hetty Green is perhaps the most successful female investor ever. Why she'd be looking at TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) and H&R…

Dividend Stocks

Like Big Yield? Then Choose These 3 Stocks Over Crescent Point Energy Corp.

September 22, 2015 | Nelson Smith

For consistent dividends, avoid Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) and load up on Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund (TSX:BPF.UN), Cominar…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Stop Overthinking and Buy Telus Corporation

September 22, 2015 | Nelson Smith

If you're looking for steady dividends, look no further than Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU).

Energy Stocks

3 Energy Stocks With Huge Potential Upside

September 21, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Looking for a huge home run in the energy sector? Then check out Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE), Pengrowth Energy…

If You Don’t Buy Amaya Inc. Today, You’ll Be Kicking Yourself Later

September 21, 2015 | Nelson Smith

There's a lot to like about Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA). The best part? It has an upcoming catalyst that could cause…

Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Staying Far Away From Just Energy Group Inc.

September 18, 2015 | Nelson Smith

There's a lot to not like about Just Energy Group Inc. (TSX:JE)(NYSE:JE). Here's why I'll never buy, no matter how…

Dividend Stocks

Is Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s New 7% Dividend Safe?

September 18, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) recently cut its monthly payout from $0.23 to $0.10 per share. Why investors should still…

Like BCE Inc. and its 5.4% Yield? Then You’ll Love This Stock

September 17, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Many investors are fans of BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and its 5.4% dividend. But Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) will give investors…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: it’s Time to Buy RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust

September 17, 2015 | Nelson Smith

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) shares have fallen 20% over the last few months. Here's why this pullback is…

Investing

Is Loblaw Companies Limited Canada’s Best Retail Stock?

September 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

For a grocer, Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) has great growth potential. But is that enough to crown it as Canada's…

Tech Stocks

Want Your BlackBerry Ltd. Shares to Go up? Then Don’t Buy the New Phone

September 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

John Chen is doing a great job of turning BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) around. Now it's time for his final act:…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: These 3 Monthly Dividend Payers Are as Good as a Pension

September 15, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Hey retirees. It's a good time to load up on Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR), Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. (TSX:PZA), and…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd.: This Turnaround Stock Has Huge Potential

September 15, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Teck Resources Inc. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) shares could end up being a terrific turnaround investment. Here are three reasons why.

Dividend Stocks

Why Now Is the Time to Back up the Truck on Canadian Oil Sands Ltd.

September 11, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Investors are paying less than half of replacement costs for Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) assets, while getting the reserves…

Dividend Stocks

Why I Prefer This Company Over Canadian Utilities Limited and Fortis Inc.

September 11, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Both Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU) have great assets and impressive dividend histories. But I still prefer…

Investing

Bombardier Inc.: This Turnaround Story Is Just Beginning

September 11, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) shares are up more than 40% over the last two trading days. Why this might just be…

Energy Stocks

Penn West Petroleum Ltd.: This Risky Stock Could Be a Huge Winner

September 10, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE) could be bankrupt in 2016. It could also be 200-400% higher. Which result is more…

Income Investors: Get a 5.9% Yield From Great-West Lifeco Inc.

September 9, 2015 | Nelson Smith

How can income investors get 5.9% from Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) when shares only yield 4%? Enter the preferred shares.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy TransCanada Corporation Over Enbridge Inc.

September 9, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a popular choice, but TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is cheaper and has a better dividend.

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 5 Ways to Make Sure You Don’t Outlive Your Money

September 8, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Help secure your retirement with these tips and by investing in RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and National Bank…

Dividend Stocks

Canadians: Ditch Your Mutual Funds and Your Mutual Fund Stocks

September 8, 2015 | Nelson Smith

It could get a whole lot more painful for mutual fund managers IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM), AGF Management Ltd. (TSX:AGF.B),…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Investors Should Load up on Inter Pipeline Ltd. Shares

September 4, 2015 | Nelson Smith

There are lots of reasons investors should like Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL). The 5.6% dividend is just icing on the…

Dividend Stocks

Are Canada’s REITs a Once in a Generation Buying Opportunity?

September 4, 2015 | Nelson Smith

The REIT sector looks particularly attractive, according to one analyst. Why H&R Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HR.UN) and Cominar Real…

Dividend Stocks

Secure Your Retirement With These 3 Dividend-Growth Machines

September 3, 2015 | Nelson Smith

If you like dividend growth, then check out Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA), National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA), and Le Groupe…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Teck Resources Ltd. the Cheapest Company in Canada?

September 2, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) is cheap, no matter which metric you look at. How it could be a huge winner…

Dividend Stocks

Husky Energy Inc.: Be Wary of This 5.4% Yield

September 2, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Investors looking for sustainable yield should stay away from Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) shares...at least, the common shares. The preferred…

Dividend Stocks

Worried About the Recession? Get Defensive With These 3 Stocks

September 2, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Why Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L), Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. (TSX:PZA), and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are great stocks to hold—no…

Dividend Stocks

Shaw Communications Inc. Has a Great Dividend, But Is That Enough?

August 31, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Customers cutting the cord has the potential to really cut into Shaw Communications Inc.'s (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) bottom line. What should investors…

Dividend Stocks

Invest Just Like Gates and Buffett by Buying AutoCanada Inc. Shares

August 31, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Warren Buffett and Bill Gates are big investors in this industry. You can join them by buying shares of AutoCanada…

Investing

3 Reasons Why Investors Should Avoid SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.

August 31, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Value investors are loving SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) these days. But perhaps Canam Group Inc. (TSX:CAM) or Aecon Group Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Get a 15.3% Yield From Bombardier Inc.

August 28, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) preferred shares are risky. But if the company can recover, investors are looking at a generous dividend…

Bank Stocks

Investors: 3 Reasons to Avoid Home Capital Group Inc.

August 28, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Although the stock looks extremely attractive at first glance, there's still a convincing argument for investors to avoid Home Capital…

Dividend Stocks

Linamar Corporation Is Poised to Be a Dividend-Growth Superstar

August 27, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Linamar Inc. (TSX:LNR) has the potential to grow dividends exponentially over the next decade. Dividend-growth investors, take notice.

Dividend Stocks

How to Easily Create Your Own Real Estate Empire

August 27, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Forget buying a rental property. Create wealth passively with Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN), RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), and iShares…

Tech Stocks

Sierra Wireless Inc.: Why Now Is a Golden Buying Opportunity

August 26, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) shares are down 50%. Why investors should look past the short-term noise and buy this huge…

Energy Stocks

Is Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. About to Go Bankrupt?

August 26, 2015 | Nelson Smith

With the recent downgrade of Canadian Oil Sands (TSX:COS), investors have to ask themselves just how long the company can…

Investing

Still Bearish on the Market? Then Buy Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd.

August 26, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) is poised to be a major winner if the stock market continues to correct. But…

Dividend Stocks

Why Investors Should Love Stock Market Crashes

August 24, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Right now is a terrific buying opportunity. Really. Why RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU)…

Dividend Stocks

2 Ways You Can Get Paid to Watch TV

August 24, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Collect dividends while watching your favourite shows with Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) and Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B).

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