Andrew Button, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

February 6, 2025 | Andrew Button

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) has a major US presence. Is it a buy?

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Power Corporation: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

February 6, 2025 | Andrew Button

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) is a well-run financial services company.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Insurance Stock: Manulife vs Sun Life?

February 5, 2025 | Andrew Button

Manulife (TSX:MFC) is a well-known insurer, but could Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) be a better one?

Dividend Stocks

Better Materials Stock: Nutrien vs Barrick Gold?

February 5, 2025 | Andrew Button

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) is a quality materials stock.

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Growth Strategy: Turn $350 Weekly Into $100,000

February 1, 2025 | Andrew Button

By investing $350 per week in index funds like iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) you can achieve a $100,000…

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Dividend Stocks

TD Bank Stock: The Easy Money’s Been Made

January 31, 2025 | Andrew Button

After settling with US regulators, this Canadian bank stock should at least market perform, but should you buy more shares?

Dividend Stocks

Invest $50,000 in This Stock and Get $2,950 Back Per Year in Dividends

January 31, 2025 | Andrew Button

First National Financial (TSX:FN) stock throws off a lot of income.

Dividend Stocks

Thomson Reuters: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

January 31, 2025 | Andrew Button

Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) is a great company but a richly valued stock.

Investing

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over ASML Stock Right Now

January 30, 2025 | Andrew Button

ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) is a dividend investor fan favourite, but this Canadian bank has a higher yield.

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Investing

Safe as Milk: 3 Stocks for Canadians Worried About Trump Tariffs

January 30, 2025 | Andrew Button

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) stock looks pretty tariff-proof.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: Here’s How Much You Need in Your TFSA to Retire

January 30, 2025 | Andrew Button

Holding exchange-traded funds like BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) in a TFSA is a good way to boost your wealth.

Investing

TFSA Red Flags: These Canadians Broke the Rules and Got Taxed

January 29, 2025 | Andrew Button

Holding funds like the Vanguard FTSE All-Cap Canada ETF (TSX:VCN) in a TFSA beats day trading.

Dividend Stocks

Trump-Proof Your Portfolio: 3 Protected Canadian Stocks

January 28, 2025 | Andrew Button

EQB Inc (TSX:EQB) is a small bank with no U.S. presence. It seems pretty Trump-proof.

Bank Stocks

A Few Years From Now You’ll Probably Wish You’d Bought This Undervalued Stock

January 28, 2025 | Andrew Button

EQB Inc (TSX:EQB) stock has plenty of room to run.

Dividend Stocks

Want a $1 Million Retirement? Look at These 3 Canadian ETFs to Hold for Decades

January 27, 2025 | Andrew Button

Canadian ETFs like iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC) are among the best in class.

Investing

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

January 27, 2025 | Andrew Button

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (TSX:BIP.UN) is a high-quality fund.

Dividend Stocks

Warning: This TFSA Red Flag Could Get You Taxed Faster Than Day Trading

January 27, 2025 | Andrew Button

Holding stocks like Fortis (TSX:FTS) in a TFSA is great, but mind your contribution limit.

Bank Stocks

What to Know About Canadian Bank Stocks for 2025

January 27, 2025 | Andrew Button

Canadian bank stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) have a lot in store for 2025.

Dividend Stocks

Waste Connections: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

January 24, 2025 | Andrew Button

Waste Connections (TSX:WCN) may be a garbage company, but it's not a garbage stock.

Dividend Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Fortis vs Emera

January 23, 2025 | Andrew Button

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Emera (TSX:EMA) are both well-run utilities. Which is the better stock?

Dividend Stocks

Short Selling on the TSX: The Stocks Investors are Betting Against

January 22, 2025 | Andrew Button

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED) is one of Canada's most shorted stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $500? 1 Green Energy Stock to Buy and Hold Forever

January 21, 2025 | Andrew Button

Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) is an intriguing renewable energy stock.

Dividend Stocks

Step Aside, NVIDIA: This AI Stock Is the Real Deal for Canadians

January 21, 2025 | Andrew Button

If you're looking for a Canadian AI stock, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (TSX:BN) is a surprisingly good fit.

Dividend Stocks

Got $2,500? 4 Insurance Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

January 21, 2025 | Andrew Button

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) looks like an intriguing buy in 2025.

Dividend Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Brookfield Renewable vs TransAlta Corporation?

January 17, 2025 | Andrew Button

Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) is a massive player in renewables.

Bank Stocks

Where Will TD Bank Stock Be in 3 Years?

January 16, 2025 | Andrew Button

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) is facing challenges, but will be in a better place in three years' time.

Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock: A Lukewarm Outlook for 2025

January 15, 2025 | Andrew Button

BCE Inc (TSX:BCE) stock has a tepid outlook for 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

Brookfield Corp: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025

January 15, 2025 | Andrew Button

Brookfield Corp (TSX:BN) is looking great heading into 2025.

Dividend Stocks

Why TD Stock Below $80 is My Top Pick for 2025

January 14, 2025 | Andrew Button

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) is both cheap and growing heading into 2025.

Dividend Stocks

The CRA Is Watching Your TFSA: 3 Red Flags to Avoid

January 13, 2025 | Andrew Button

Holding iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Fund (TSX:XIC) in a TFSA isn't a red flag. These three things are.

Dividend Stocks

Turning 60? Now’s Not the Time to Take CPP

January 13, 2025 | Andrew Button

You can supplement your CPP benefits with dividends from Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) stock.

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Power Up Your TFSA: This TSX-Listed ETF Delivers Monthly Tax-Free Cash Flow

January 13, 2025 | Andrew Button

BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) pays cash monthly.

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Dividend Stocks

This Is, Hands Down, the Best Age to Take CPP, According to Data

January 8, 2025 | Andrew Button

You can supplement your CPP with index funds like the Vanguard S&P 500 Index Fund (TSX:VFV).

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Dividend Stocks

Married Canadians: This Tax Break is a Life Hack

January 7, 2025 | Andrew Button

As a married couple, you can save money with tax breaks and invest it in stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS).

Retirement

Retirees: 3 Big Changes Coming to CPP and OAS in 2025!

January 6, 2025 | Andrew Button

You can supplement your CPP and OAS with ETFs like BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV).

Dividend Stocks

S&P 500 at All-Time Highs: Why Canadians Should Shop Local Instead

January 6, 2025 | Andrew Button

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) stock is cheaper than its U.S. peers.

Dividend Stocks

Is Fairfax Financial Stock a Buy for its 1% Dividend Yield?

December 31, 2024 | Andrew Button

Fairfax Financial (TSX:FFH) has a low yield, but a great compounding track record.

Investing

TFSA Contribution Room Strategies for Canadian Investors in 2025

December 31, 2024 | Andrew Button

You can maximize your return on TFSA contribution room by holding ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU)…

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Dividend Stocks

Maximize Your TFSA Contribution Room: Tips for 2025

December 30, 2024 | Andrew Button

Utility stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) can make wise TFSA holdings.

Dividend Stocks

Maximizing Returns Within Your 2025 TFSA Contribution Room

December 27, 2024 | Andrew Button

ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) can be great TFSA holdings.

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