Scott Clayton

Scott is an associate editor at TSI Network. He is the lead reporter and analyst for Dividend Advisor, Power Growth Investor and Canadian Wealth Advisor and a member of the Investment Planning Committee. Scott began his investment and financial career working with Pat McKeough at The Investment Reporter in the 1980s. Subsequently, he worked at the Financial Post Corporation Service for 10 years. He joined TSI Network in 1998. He is a Bachelor of Economics graduate of York University, and he also has an M.B.A. from the Schulich School of Business.

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Blue Chip Stocks

How to Find the Best Canadian Blue Chip Dividend Stocks

Investing in Canadian blue chip dividend stocks is a key step in building a successful portfolio. But to find the best of them, you’ll need to look for these key traits—including hidden assets

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Dividend Stocks

Reliable Dividend Stocks With Strong Gains Through Cost‑Cutting

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Blue Chip Stocks

What To Look For When Investing in Stocks To Maximize Return and Minimize Risk

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Growth Stocks

Thermo Fisher Scientific Launches New Products and Makes Acquisitions to Spur Growth

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.’s recent $4.1 billion acquisition demonstrates its commitment to strategic opportunities that enhance its dominant life sciences position.

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Value Stocks

The Best Value Stocks to Buy Now Can Be Found with Analysis & Knowledge

The best value stocks to buy now share these qualities, but you’ll need to understand a few financial ratios if you want to find them

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How Dividend Capture Strategy Returns Work—and Whether You Can Realistically Profit from Them

Aiming for dividend capture strategy returns may look like a simple way to make money. But there are risks you need to watch out for

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How To Invest

Theme Investing: Trendy stocks will often lead you into losses

Theme investing, particularly when snatched from the latest headlines, may seem appealing—but more often than not will lead to poor returns

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How To Invest

Dividend vs. Index Investing, or Both?

Take into account various options when you consider dividend vs index investing: Not all index investments are equal.

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Dividend Stocks

Enjoy a High 6.2% From Brookfield Renewable Partners, a Growing Renewable Energy Leader

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. offers a high 6.2% yield as it strengthens its global clean-energy leadership through strategic acquisitions and major supply deals.

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Dividend Stocks

Allied Properties REIT Pays a High 10.6% Yield

Allied Properties REIT is paying a very high 10.6% yield while trading cheaply, giving you plenty of income while waiting for the unit price to continue rebounding.

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Penny Stocks

Finding good Canadian penny stocks could pay off for you, but you’ll need to be aware of these risks

Spotting good Canadian penny stocks to add to your portfolio is difficult, but it is possible—especially if you follow these key tips.

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ETFs

iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF is The Best Broad Canadian Equity ETF You Can Buy

iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF Canada Index Fund is your best choice for holding a basket of major Canadian stocks.

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