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Author: Chris MacDonald

Chris MacDonald has had a love for finance his whole life, ultimately leading him to pursue an MBA in finance. He's worked as a financial analyst for a number of companies in the corporate finance and venture capital space during his 10-year investing career. He endeavors to follow in the footsteps of iconic investors like Warren Buffett in building a long-term defensive portfolio.

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Investing

Canadian Stocks Just Might Beat U.S. Stocks in 2025: Here’s Why

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the bull case behind why Canadian stocks may be poised for relative outperformance in 2025 and what…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy Before the Year Runs Out

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the top Canadian dividend stocks investors may want to consider during this point in the…

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Investing

With Rates Falling, Don’t Fight the Bank of Canada: Buy These Stocks Instead

| Chris MacDonald

Now may not be the time to fight the Bank of Canada in its rate-cutting trajectory. Here are two TSX…

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Investing

RRSP Investors: Incredible Growth and Yield Are Both Possible With These Picks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) are top picks for RRSP investors right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Could the Cannabis Bubble Re-Inflate?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the question of whether the Canadian cannabis bubble can re-inflate from here.

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Utility Stock to Buy for Big Total Returns

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Fortis (TSX:FTS) remains a top utility stock long-term investors may want to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

This E-Commerce Stock Could Be a Better Growth Play Than Amazon

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into a rather intriguing thesis that Shopify (TSX:SHOP) could be a better growth stock than Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) from…

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Tech Stocks

2 Canadian AI Stocks Poised for Significant Gains

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top AI stocks long-term investors may want to consider before the end of the year.

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Investing

3 No Brainer Tech Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three no-brainer tech stocks long-term investors on a limited budget may want to consider right now.

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Investing

3 Tech Stocks I’m Looking to Buy in December

| Chris MacDonald

These three top tech stocks certainly look compelling at current levels, given their growth potential over the long term.

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Investing

What to Know About Canadian Healthcare Stocks for 2025

| Chris MacDonald

These two companies are prime examples of Canada's healthcare sector. Here's what to know about where these stocks may be…

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Investing

3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy for December

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks long-term investors may want to consider adding before the end of the year.

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Investing

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

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC) is one of the top undervalued stocks investors should consider for long-term gains.

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Tech Stocks

Top TFSA Stocks to Buy Now for Canadian Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian growth stocks long-term investors may want to consider adding to their TFSAs right now.

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Investing

Why Bombardier Is a Stock Canadian Investors Should Avoid

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think now is the time for investors to be careful with Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B), especially after its recent…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Fortis Stock a Buy for its 4% Dividend Yield?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) certainly looks like a long-term buy for its strong and growing dividend yield over time.

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Investing

1 Way to Use a TFSA to Earn $250 Monthly Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one way long-term investors can utilize a Tax-Free Savings Account to generate $250 per month in passive income in…

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Bank Stocks

RBC vs. TD: Which Canadian Bank Stock Is the Better Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) are the best picks in the banking…

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Investing

A High-Yield Dividend Stock Canadian Investors Can Buy and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Suncor (TSX:SU) is a top energy producer long-term investors may want to consider as a buy and hold forever pick.

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Energy Stocks

Top Canadian Renewable Energy Stocks to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top renewable energy stocks long-term investors can put in their portfolios and forget about for a decade…

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Investing

Where Will Saputo Stock Be in 1/3/5 years?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's where dairy giant Saputo (TSX:SAP) could be headed over the near to medium term.

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Investing

Is Nutrien Stock a Buy for its 4.7% Dividend Yield?

| Chris MacDonald

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) is a well-known defensive commodities play. But is this stock worth buying for its dividend yield alone?

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Investing

Fortis Rose 11% in 90 Days, and it’s Still a Good Stock to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) is among the top dividend stocks I think long-term investors want to own in this current…

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Tech Stocks

Better Buy: Shopify Stock or Constellation Software?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Shopify (TSX:SHOP) or Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are the better options for growth investors in this current…

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Investing

Is Sun Life Financial Stock a Buy for its 4% Dividend Yield?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) stock is a buy for its dividend yield alone, or if this…

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Investing

Top 3 Canadian Stocks to Watch This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks that have outperformed in the past and could continue to provide outperformance moving…

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Bank Stocks

Is Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Stock a Good Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) is a top buy, sell, or hold right now.

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Investing

Is ATD Stock a Buy Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's take a closer look at Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and whether this top Canadian growth stock is worth buying at…

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Tech Stocks

Why I’d Buy Constellation Software Stock, Even at Today’s Prices

| Chris MacDonald

Despite trading at a relatively frothy multiple, Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock still looks like a buy right now.

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Energy Stocks

Where Will Cenovus Stock Be in 1/3/5 Years? 

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Cenovus (TSX:CVE) stock is worth buying right now and where this stock could be headed over…

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Investing

If This Fast-Rising Stock Isn’t Yet on Your Radar, it Should Be

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Fortis (TSX:FTS) is a fast-rising stock that long-term investors will continue to want to accumulate here.

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Investing

Where Will Loblaw Stock Be in 1/3/5 Years?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the near- and medium-term outlook for Loblaw (TSX:L) stock and where experts see this company headed from…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Telus Stock a Buy for its 7.5% Dividend Yield?

| Chris MacDonald

Telus (TSX:T) stock has certainly been an underperformer in recent years, but let's dive into why this dividend stock could…

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Shopify Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock certainly looks like a buy for long-term growth investors looking for a top TSX stock.

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Investing

Could This Undervalued Canadian Stock Be Your Ticket to Millionaire Status?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) certainly looks like an undervalued Canadian stock worth buying right now for long-term investors.

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Tech Stocks

2 Compelling Reasons to Snap Up Constellation Software Stock Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) is a top-tier growth stock to own for the long-term right now.

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Investing

Best Spots for Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two top Canadian growth stocks worth putting in a…

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Investing

Is Canadian National Railway Worth Buying for its 2.2% Dividend Yield?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) is a top buy for long-term investors at this point in the…

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Investing

2 Stocks I’m Adding to My RRSP This November

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two stocks I'm planning on adding to my RRSP next month, and why I continue to pound the…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Fortis Stock or Hydro One Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's do a compare and contrast of these two top utilities stocks right now, shall we?

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