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Amy Legate-Wolfe

Amy Legate-Wolfe

Amy became interested in investing in 2018 after having her first daughter. After receiving a masters degree in journalism from Western University, she became frustrated that the finance industry remained a confusing place for Canadians like her: new parents, millennials, and other young people who needed to understand their finances. Now, Amy focuses on tech companies and renewable energy for growth opportunities, coupling that with long-term investing strategies and equities. Before joining Motley Fool Canada, she wrote for major news organizations including HuffPost, CTVNews.ca, and CBC. Amy’s work can be found regularly on the Financial Post and MoneyWise Canada. When she’s not researching investing strategies, Amy’s time is pretty much monopolized by her two wild daughters, but in what little spare time she has she loves to do yoga, go on walks with her dog Finley, and travel. Follow Amy on LinkedIn.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

Need Another Paycheque? Invest $40K for $395.05 in Monthly Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're looking to consolidate your investments and bring in more passive income, then consider this ETF that provides it…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Seekers: How Minto REIT Can Create $183.83 Per Month!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income can be made from both returns and dividends, which is why Minto REIT is one of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

New Investors: 3 Top Tips to Get You Started

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

New investors may be itching to get started, but first, ensure you are properly set up and do your research!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Secrets of Millennial Millionaires

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It certainly is possible to become a millennial millionaire if you can make a few sacrifices, but even if you…

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: How to Use AI Effectively for Investing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

AI stocks are exciting, but using AI for your regular investment research can be even more exciting, expanding your reach…

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Dividend Stocks

New Investors: How to Make the RRSP Work for You Now and Not Just in Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The RRSP can work for you in retirement, but it can also bring huge benefits right now for investors looking…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Common Investing Mistakes Almost Every Investor Makes

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

New investors, don't fall into these lesser-known mistakes many make over and over again! Instead, choose this investment for growth.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a $1,214.93 Retirement Paycheque And Help Replace Your Work Pay

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want to replace your work pay, you'll need to invest regularly and reinvest again and again. And this…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Out of Debt Once and for All, And Turn It Into $12,592.38 in Your TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

By astutely managing your budget and paying down debt, you can free up more money to invest in your retirement.

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Stocks for Beginners

Watching This 1 Key Metric Could Help You Beat the Stock Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This data marker can tell you exactly what you can expect from the future of companies, and whether that's a…

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Stocks for Beginners

Agnico Eagle Mines Stock Soars Higher on 10.5% Increase in Gold Reserves

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

AEM stock (TSX:AEM) posted strong earnings, bringing the share price back up after falling 15% so far in 2024. And…

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Tech Stocks

Topicus Stock Jumps 16% on Killer Full-Year Earnings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Topicus (TSXV:TOI) reported strong earnings after revenues surged higher, and with a volatile market this is exactly what you want…

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Dividend Stocks

Intact Financial Climbs to All-Time High on Buybacks, With an 11% Dividend Increase

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Intact stock (TSX:IFC) rose after the company reported a difficult year, but managed to increase buybacks and its dividend.

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Stocks for Beginners

Fairfax Financial Stock Rises Back on Strong Earnings After 13% Short Seller Drop

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Fairfax stock (TSX:FFH) saw shares drop 13%, only to come right back up on strong, estimate-beating earnings for the fourth…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Boring Stocks Hitting All-Time Highs (and Why They’re Still a Steal!)

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three boring stocks may have hit all-time highs, but I would still consider picking them up for future value…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dreamy Dividend Stock up 11% Just Increased its Dividend by 12%!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock is a top option for investors looking for growth -- not just in share price but also…

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Tech Stocks

3 Tech Stock Earnings Drops That the Market Got Wrong

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three tech stocks saw their shares drop after earnings, but investors need to think less macro and more micro…

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Tech Stocks

Is Nvidia Stock Headed for the Most Valuable Company on Earth?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Nvidia (TSX:NVDA) stock has surged to become the third most-valued company in the United States. So, is the top spot…

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Dividend Stocks

Manulife Stock Jumps on Strong Global Performance

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

MFC (TSX:MFC) stock reported strong earnings, growth in Asia, and even more to come. But it's the dividend increase that…

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Tech Stocks

This Sector is the New Oil, and I’m Buying 1 Stock in Bulk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Oil is out, and semiconductor stocks are in. And when it comes to this sector, there is one Canadian stock…

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Tech Stocks

3.24 Billion Reasons to Ignore “The Magnificent 7”

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The "Magnificent 7" has performed admirably over the last year, but as these tech stocks provided shaky results lately, there's…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed Stock Founder Dax Dasilva Returns as CEO Steps Down

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD) stock has a familiar face returning as CEO, as Dax Dasilva steps into the role once more for…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock I’m Buying for Superior Passive Income in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Goeasy stock (TSX:GSY) has seen solid growth of 21% in the last year, making it a top dividend stock for…

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Investing

Lyft Stock Jumps 67%, Only to Fall After Earnings Typo!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Lyft (NASDAQ:LYFT) stock surged 67% only to fall back significantly after a typo led to a huge increase and decline…

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Stocks for Beginners

CAE Stock Falls 12% After Earnings: Is it a Buy Now?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CAE (TSX:CAE) stock looked like it was going to have another strong quarter, but disappointed investors with more costs.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Dream Dividend Stock up 16% With Even More Upside to Go

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

WCN (TSX:WCN) stock reported earnings that passed estimates, and full-year guidance that remained solid, keeping it a safe stock to…

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Tech Stocks

People Are Talking About Bitcoin Again, but I’m Buying This Stock Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bitcoin passed the US$50,000 mark, the highest it's been since December 2021, but if you think it's headed to US$100K,…

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Dividend Stocks

Utilities Stocks Gain Ground on TSX Today, and I’m Buying This Stock Right Away!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Utility stocks have been in the green across the board in the last while, but among them all, I would…

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Stocks for Beginners

I Was Wrong: S&P 500 ETFs Are Risky. This One Is Far Superior

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The S&P 500 hit US$5,000 highs, but is now incredibly risky with over exposure to the Magnificent Seven. I'd get…

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Target. Stand out from the crowd
Tech Stocks

Nvidia Was (Briefly) Bigger Than Amazon: How to Invest Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Nvidia stock (NASDAQ:NVDA) passed Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) in market cap to become the fourth most-valued company in the United States this…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three are the best stocks to consider after solid earnings but still offer huge value on the TSX today.…

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Stock Dropped 12.6% Despite Beating Earnings Estimates

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shopify stock (TSX:SHOP) dropped by over 12% on the TSX today after reporting earnings that beat estimates. So what happened?

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're worried about how much you'll earn in retirement, increase your income by investing in an ETF like this…

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Stocks for Beginners

Restaurant Brands Stock Drops 6% After Earnings: Time to Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RBI (TSX:QSR) stock saw shares drop 6%, despite beating earnings estimates, as macro issues continued to weigh on performance.

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Tech Stocks

Is Nvidia Stock Too Expensive? What Investors Need to Know

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock continues to be the best of the best in AI growth, but could investors be valuing it…

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Tech Stocks

3 Small Tech Stocks Providing Big Returns for Investors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three tech stocks have been beating the market in the last year, and are small-cap stocks every investor will…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Hands-Off ETFs Outperforming the TSX Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want market-beating returns on the TSX today, consider these market-beating ETFs that offer a portfolio in one click.

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Dividend Stocks

Need a Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gift? This Dividend Stock Will Make You Fall in Love

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock could be the perfect gift that literally keeps on giving this Valentine's Day.

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Bombardier Stock a Buy Now?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bombardier stock (TSX:BBD.B) fell 14% after earnings missed estimates, but climbed back slightly after the earnings miss.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Magna Stock Fell 8% Last Week

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Magna stock (TSX:MG) dropped 8% last week as the company reported earnings that fell below full-year estimates for the stock.

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