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Energy Stocks

Rates Are Rising Again: Is Emera Still a Sensible Retirement Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Emera still offers retirement income, but borrowing costs and per-share earnings decide how comfortably that payment can grow.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use a TFSA to Generate $200 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Demetris Afxentiou

Use a TFSA to build $200 in monthly tax-free income with XEI and ZRE. See how these ETFs work and…

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Dividend Stocks

Smart Ways to Invest Extra Income and Say Goodbye to Financial Stress

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians have ways to make their extra income work as hard as they do and say goodbye to financial stress.

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Energy Stocks

How Much Would You Need to Invest in Enbridge to Average $200 a Month?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Enbridge’s current dividend needs roughly $42,600 in shares to average $200 monthly, with payments arriving every quarter.

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Dividend Stocks

Sun Life Stock Pays 3.3%: How Much to Invest for $100 a Month in Dividends

| Joey Frenette

Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) might be a massive bargain after Thursday's vicious plunge as stock markets sold off hard.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn Your TFSA Into $1,000 a Month in Tax-Free Income

| Demetris Afxentiou

Build toward $1,000 a month in tax-free income with a TFSA. See how Enbridge, Scotiabank and ZWC could help, and…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Emergency Money Do Canadians Actually Need?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A safety fund equivalent to 3 to 6 months of living expenses is generally the baseline buffer that Canadians would…

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Bank Stocks

Rates Are Rising Again, So Are GICs and High-Interest Savings ETFs Even Worth It?

| Aditya Raghunath

The Bank of Canada hiked rates to 2.50%. See what a GIC or the Purpose savings ETF earns on $10,000…

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Dividend Stocks

Still Up Double Digits This Year: Should You Still Invest in TSX Stocks After Thursday’s Dramatic Drop?

| Kay Ng

The TSX has gained about 136% over the past decade. So, stay invested, dollar‑cost average, and maintain diversification. 

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Energy Stocks

Is Pembina Pipeline’s 4.3% Dividend Worth Buying as a Long-Term Hold?

| Kay Ng

Pembina is a relatively low-risk dividend stock to buy for long-term income and steady growth, especially on meaningful market dips.

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Dividend Stocks

Intact Stock: Would I Buy It for Growth, Income, or Both?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Intact’s modest yield makes profitable long-term growth the main attraction, with catastrophe losses putting the next purchase to a test.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: 4 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for Life

| Rajiv Nanjapla

Given their resilient business model and attractive growth opportunities, these four Canadian stocks are ideal for your TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks for $1,850 in Annual Passive Income

| Rajiv Nanjapla

With reliable cash flows, high dividend yields, and strong growth prospects, these two Canadian stocks suit income-seeking investors.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Data Centre Stocks to Buy Now, Ranked

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three Canadian stocks offer strategic exposure to the AI buildout and in-demand data centres.

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Use $500 a Month to Build a Dividend Portfolio Before Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $500 monthly habit can build retirement income through contributions, reinvestment, and businesses that keep cash after their payouts.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Manulife Worth Buying for Its Dividend for Retirement Income?

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) stock looks like a bargain buy for retirees seeking strong, growing dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

CT REIT vs. SmartCentres: Which Monthly Payer Fits a TFSA Better?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CT REIT offers a larger payout cushion, while SmartCentres produces more monthly cash from the same investment.

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Dividend Stocks

With Interest Rates Rising, 3 TSX Dividend Stocks Retirees Can Count On for Monthly Income

| Aditya Raghunath

Rates are rising, but these three TSX dividend stocks pay monthly. See how Whitecap, Exchange Income, and Chartwell could protect…

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Dividend Stocks

Self-Employed in Canada? Here’s How Much Cash to Keep on Hand

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Self-employed Canadians need a larger cash reserve to manage fluctuating income and have some to save and invest.

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Dividend Stocks

The TSX Dropped 736 Points Thursday: Here’s Why Long-Term Investors Can Stay Calm

| Kay Ng

Long-term investors can stay calm in the gyrating waters of the stock market by maintaining portfolio diversification and rebalancing periodically.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian National vs. CPKC: Which Railway Would I Hold Through a Slowdown?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CN offers my preferred mix of earnings progress and starting income, while CPKC brings a bigger cross-border growth ambition.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much to Invest in SmartCentres REIT for $154 a Month in Dividends

| Sneha Nahata

SmartCentres REIT has been consistently distributing dividends for years across all market conditions, making it a reliable investment.

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Dividend Stocks

No Workplace Pension? Here’s the Math Behind a $1,000-a-Month Income Goal

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $1,000 monthly income goal becomes more manageable when you separate the capital target from the savings needed to reach…

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TSX Dividend Stock for Consistent TFSA Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

This company has increased its dividend annually for decades.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold in a TFSA

| Puja Tayal

Learn why now is a good time to buy Canadian stocks as the market dynamics shift due to changes in…

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Dividend Stocks

Nutrien’s Dividend Is Only Part of the Story: Here’s the Recovery Case

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Nutrien’s recovery case rests on better asset decisions and spending discipline, with a dividend providing income along the way.

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Stock Market

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, November 6

| Jitendra Parashar

The TSX could remain volatile today after Thursday’s sharp selloff as investors await key Canadian and U.S. employment data and…

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Stock Market

Why Thursday’s AI Stock Sell-Off Hurt So Much, and What Canadian Investors Should Do Now

| Iain Butler

"Stocks go down faster than they go up, but they go up more than they go down."

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Stocks for Beginners

TD vs. Royal Bank: Which Dividend Stock Would I Buy With $10,000?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TD offers slightly more current income, while Royal Bank's broader earnings mix earns my preference for a patient holding.

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Stocks for Beginners

What $10,000 in Freehold Royalties Could Add to Your Income Over a Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Freehold could produce about $634 in annual income from a $10,000 budget, with commodity prices still influencing the payment.

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Tech Stocks

OpenText’s Revenue Fell Again, But Here’s What Investors Could Be Missing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

OpenText’s latest results reveal growth beneath falling revenue, with its AI opportunity depending on turning customer demand into stronger earnings.

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Investing

2 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy and Hold in My TFSA for the Long Run

| Sneha Nahata

These TSX stocks stand out because of their strong fundamentals, ability to sustain profitable growth, and resilience.

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Stocks for Beginners

Ivanhoe Sits on 43,000 Tonnes of Unsold Copper as Prices Stay High: Is the Stock a Buy?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Ivanhoe holds 43,000 tonnes of unsold copper at Kamoa-Kakula. Does this make the miner a buy for your portfolio right…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed Stock Drops 14% After Earnings: Here’s Why I’d Buy the Dip

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dax Dasilva explains how better customer deals and AI that tackles merchants’ daily chores could strengthen Lightspeed’s recovery.

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Tech Stocks

Holiday Test Ahead: Shopify Forecasts Another 30%-Plus Quarter as Shoppers Gear Up

| Demetris Afxentiou

Shopify forecasts another quarter of 30%-plus revenue growth. Here’s what its holiday outlook means for investors, and which results to…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Income in a TFSA: Why I Love This Tax-Free Setup

| Robin Brown

If you don't like paying tax on your passive income, use this tax-free set up in your TFSA to generate…

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Energy Stocks

Cenovus Just Posted $3.6 Billion in Free Funds Flow: How Much of That Could Investors Get?

| Sneha Nahata

Cenovus benefited from favourable commodity prices, higher upstream production and improved downstream margins.

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Energy Stocks

GIC or Dividend Stock? The Better Fit for Money You Won’t Need for 10 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A 10-year horizon gives a dividend stock room to grow, while a GIC remains the better fit for a fixed…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Retirement Plan: 2 Dividend Stocks Paying Nearly 6% Annually for Tax-Free Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

These industry leaders now offer attractive dividend yields.

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Utility Stock to Hold in Your TFSA for 20 Years

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) stands out as a TFSA must-buy as shares start to really heat up again.

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