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Bio:

Lou Schizas is an equities analyst, investor, entrepreneur, professor and television and radio personality - and a true believer in the happiness-inspiring powers of capitalism.

Latest Columns:

Bankers Petroleum Ltd. facing a run

The best time to sell this stock was back in 2009, says Lou Schizas

Enerplus Corp. may have to retest 1999 low

Put this stock on your watchlist and let's see if we get capitulation, says Lou Schizas

Talisman Energy too weak to chase

Until there is a trend reversal I would let this one go, says Lou Schizas

Dundee REIT on a long advance

No indication that the run is coming to an end, says Lou Schizas

Encana bounces off lows - and further gains may be ahead

Despite rapid advance over a short time frame there could be more to come, says Lou Schizas

Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund looks set to pull back

With support breached, the prudent investor might want to move to the sidelines, says Lou Schizas

Intertape Polymer Group on a sweet ride

Watch this horse but let it run, says Lou Schizas

New Gold needs bullion to move higher before it's a buy

The retreat to $9.00 has been a reality check for investors, says Lou Schizas

Loblaw Companies wilting from intense competition

I would strongly suggest that you consider preserving your capital, says Lou Schizas

Precision Drilling Corp. in a downtrend

A reversal is not in the cards at present, says Lou Schizas

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