Sandra Mergulhão, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Energy Stocks

Why One Value Investor Says Not to Buy Suncor Energy Inc. and Canadian Natural Resources Limited

March 26, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) are cheap, but they may not be your best bet.…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. Worth its Bargain Price?

March 20, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) is trading close to its 52-weeks lows. Is this bargain price worth the risk for investors?

Tech Stocks

What Investors Should Focus on When BlackBerry Ltd. Announces Results Next Week

March 19, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) is set to report its earnings for the fourth quarter on March 27 and all eyes are…

Stocks for Beginners

Bombardier Inc. Gets New CSeries Orders. Is This a Turning Point for the Company?

March 18, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) received a new order for its CSeries jets worth $1.5 billion. Should investors jump in and buy…

Dividend Stocks

Is Crescent Point Energy Corp. Ready to Lead the Energy Sector in Acquisitions?

March 16, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) is protecting its dividend and seems to be gearing up to make acquisitions. What does…

Energy Stocks

Here’s 1 Energy Stock to Buy: Tourmaline Oil Corp.

March 12, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Other companies usually steal the limelight when it comes to investors choosing stocks. Forget the usual energy players. Here’s why…

Investing

One Important Lesson From Warren Buffett

March 3, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.A)(NYSE:BRK.B) released its much anticipated annual shareholder letter this weekend. Warren Buffett made this 50th edition a…

4 Things Investors Must Understand About the Charges Against SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.

February 24, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

The bad news seems neverending for SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC). As the RCMP formally charges the company with fraud and…

Why Now Might Be the Right Time to Invest in Suncor Energy Inc.

February 23, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

As oil prices float around $52 a barrel, legendary investors like Warren Buffett are buying shares of Suncor Energy Inc.…

Cenovus Energy Inc. Is Diluting its Shares; What Does This Mean for Shareholders?

February 20, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) is looking at equity markets to raise $1.5 billion. Here’s a look at how this move…

Sun Life Financial Inc. vs. Manulife Financial Corp.: Which Is a Better Buy?

February 18, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) both reported weaker than expected earnings for the quarter. Which…

Investing

Why I’m Still Not Convinced Bombardier Inc. Is on the Right Track

February 17, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) has appointed a new CEO and beat earnings expectations, but I still don’t think the company is…

Should You Buy or Sell BCE Inc.?

February 13, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Do you own shares of BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) or plan on buying some? Here are a few pointers on what…

Dividend Cuts: Why They Cause Stocks to Outperform the Market

February 9, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

A new study finds that dividend cutters like Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) tend to outperform the market by roughly…

Investing

Why Next Week Is Crucial for Bombardier Inc.

February 4, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Mark the date in your calendar: February 12. That’s a crucial day for Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) as the company continues…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Why I’m Bullish on Goldcorp Inc.

February 2, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Gold seems to be having a great start to the year. If you are contemplating investing in the sector, here's…

Energy Stocks

Don’t Be Afraid of Oil Producers Cutting Budgets

January 30, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) cut its spending budget again. Here’s why budget cuts are actually a good move for energy…

Investing

Crude Reality: The Stockpicker’s Guide to Crescent Point Energy Corp.

January 28, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) pays a solid 9.5% dividend despite tanking oil prices. Here’s why this stock is a…

Investing

Should You Buy BCE Inc.?

January 27, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Shares of BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) hit an all-time high last week. What should investors do?

Bank Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada Goes Hollywood

January 26, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is acquiring City National Corp. (NYSE:CYN) for US$5.4 billion. What does this mean for investors?

Tech Stocks

What’s the Deal With BlackBerry Ltd.?

January 19, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Shares of BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(Nasdaq:BBRY) soared and then tumbled almost 30% in less than 24 hours on takeover rumours. How…

Investing

How Should You Play Bombardier Inc. After its 26% Drop?

January 19, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

After Bombardier Inc.’s (TSX:BBD.B) shares plunged, here’s why I’m beginning to change my mind about the company.

Investing

2 Reasons to Buy Shares of Restaurant Brands International Inc.

January 13, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) soared in just one month, but here’s why more modest gains are expected for the…

Energy Stocks

Buying Energy Stocks: It’s All About Timing

January 8, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

As oil prices continue to drop, the energy sector continues to look enticing to investors. But when should investors buy…

Energy Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Corp: Cuts Spending, Keeps Dividend. Should You Buy?

January 7, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) has joined the “cut” parade, as many investors feared. But what should investors expect now?

Stocks for Beginners

3 Reasons Why Now Is a Good Time to Buy Agrium Inc.

January 5, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

Here’s why Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) is a good buy for investors.

Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Crescent Point Energy Corp. and Pembina Pipeline Corp.?

January 5, 2015 | Sandra Mergulhão

As oil prices continue to be volatile, placing bets on the energy sector is tricky. Here’s a strategy to play…

Tech Stocks

3 Reasons Why BlackBerry Is Set to Have a Good 2015

December 30, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Currently all indicators are pointing towards a strong 2015 for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY). Here’s the bull case for the Canadian…

Metals and Mining Stocks

One Sector to Watch in 2015: Gold

December 24, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

This sector has had a bad run since 2011, but companies like Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) and Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC)…

Energy Stocks

1 Move Every Investor Must Make in This Market

December 19, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Here's why Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is on everyone’s “nice” list.

Tech Stocks

It’s a Big Week for BlackBerry Ltd. Will it Be a Big 2015, Too?

December 16, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

The current week and the next few quarters will be crucial for BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY). Here’s what investors can expect.

Dividend Stocks

Yikes! Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s Yield Is 12.63%. Can it Last?

December 15, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

It seems like we are at the beginning of a dividend cut parade as the price of oil continues its…

Cenovus Energy Inc’s 2015 Outlook: The Good and the Bad

December 12, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) cut its spending budget today. Here’s what investors should know about the company for 2015.

Energy Stocks

How Should You Play Baytex Energy Corp?

December 10, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) recently hit five-year lows after slashing its dividend. What should investors do?

Energy Stocks

1 Reason to Buy Enbridge Inc. Now

December 9, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) shares hit all-time highs last week but there’s still one reason to add the company to your…

Bank Stocks

5 Economic Dangers Every Investor Should Know About

December 8, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

The economist known for predicting the 2008 financial crash warns of dangers lurking the markets. Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY)…

Investing

How to Play Air Canada and WestJet Airlines Ltd. on Lower Oil Prices

December 3, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Find out how closely oil prices are related to jet fuel prices and how tumbling oil prices could affect shares…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Canadian Natural Resources Limited Is a Buy No Matter How Low Oil Goes

December 1, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

Whether oil prices go to $60 or to $30 a barrel, here’s why investors should buy Canadian Natural Resources Limited…

Energy Stocks

Why Oil Prices May Fall in the Next 24 Hours

November 26, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

If you are planning on buying energy stocks like Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), here’s why tomorrow might be the perfect…

Metals and Mining Stocks

What’s Going on With Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.?

November 26, 2014 | Sandra Mergulhão

The shares of Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) are on a rollercoaster ride. What’s going on?

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