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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

2 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy With Less Than $1,000

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two TSX stocks I view as no-brainer picks for long-term investors looking to put their next $1,000…

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Investing

2 Hyper-Growth Canadian Stocks That Could Skyrocket if This Happens

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the best hyper-growth stocks Canada has to offer, and the one key catalyst that could…

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Investing

Baby Boomers: These Are the Top Stocks That’ll Keep Paying You in Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two passive income gems for baby boomers nearing retirement who want sleep-at-night confidence in their dividend streams…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividends, Growth, or Value? You Don’t Have to Choose With These Top Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three Canadian stocks that appear to provide it all for long-term investors seeking portfolio stability right now.

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Tech Stocks

These AI Stocks Are Actually Still a Bargain – and They’re Canadian

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two top Canadian AI stocks that have reasonable valuations and look poised for impressive upside over time.

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Sleep On These 3 Top TSX Dividend-Growth Stocks in December

| Chris MacDonald

Dividend-growth rates matter more than many investors may think. Here are three of the top stocks in this group investors…

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Investing

3 CEOs Who Do the Right Thing by Their Shareholders

| Chris MacDonald

For investors who are looking at investing not only in specific stocks, but in their CEOs and management teams, here…

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Investing

Canadian Blue-Chip Superstars to Keep on Chugging in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These two Canadian blue-chip superstars are among the top names long-term investors should be looking at if they expect turmoil…

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Still Looks Like a Screaming Buy, Even After its Incredible Run

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) looks like one of the best-positioned growth stocks for investors to own heading into…

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Investing

Defend Your Investment Gains With 3 Top TSX Gems

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking to not only eke out some gains, but protect their hard-earned capital right now, here are three…

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Dividend Stocks

Create Durable Passive Income in Retirement With These 3 Canadian Gems

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the most durable dividend stocks long-term investors can rely on for consistent passive income in…

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Investing

Real Estate Stocks to Own When the Going Gets Tough

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top options for investors looking for real estate exposure heading into what could be an uncertain 2026…

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Investing

Why Restaurant Brands Could Be the Best Stock to Own at Year-End

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors concerned about what 2026 has to offer may want to consider defensive stocks like Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)…

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Dividend Stocks

High-Yield Alert: 3 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the top dividend stocks long-term investors can add to their portfolios right now and sleep…

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Investing

Buy Canadian: TSX Stocks Look Set to Outperform Global Markets Next Year

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the most impressive TSX stocks long-term investors may want to consider for excellent upside in…

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Investing

Worried About an AI Bubble? Here Are 3 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Instead

| Chris MacDonald

Looking for high quality growth stocks trading at reasonable valuations? These three companies happen to be among my top global…

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Tech Stocks

1 Canadian Stock Ready to Surge Into 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) is truly one world-class Canadian growth stock. Here's why 2026 could be a great year for investors in…

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Investing

3 Reasons Why I’m Pounding the Table on This Under-the Radar Growth Stock Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

This company looks poised to surge from here, after recently being cut in half from its peak. Here's why I…

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Investing

1 Canadian Stock You’ll Probably Kick Yourself for Not Owning a Decade From Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) could be one of the best long-term holdings for investors looking to put…

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Investing

If This AI Crash Continues, You’ll Probably Kick Yourself for Not Owning These 3 Canadian Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three top Canadian stocks that may be able to help investors avoid a broad-based sell-off in high-growth…

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Dividend Stocks

5.6% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades!

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) looks like one of the most overlooked energy plays in the Canadian market, and why investors…

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $2,000 Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two stocks look like world-class winners but are being overlooked by dividend investors who may be focused on other…

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Investing

My No. 1 Stock for Canadian Investors in 2026 and Beyond

| Chris MacDonald

Fortis (TSX:FTS) is, hands-down, the best opportunity in the market right now for long-term investors, in my humble opinion.

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Bank Stocks

TD vs. Scotiabank: Which Is the Better Dividend Stock to Buy Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's compare and contrast Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) and see which comes out the winner…

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Investing

Think Interest Rates Will Head Lower? Now’s the Time to Buy These 2 Canadian Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two unique interest rate sensitive stocks, and why both could have big upside if central banks continue…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Restaurant Brands Looks Like a Screaming Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) is quietly becoming a top stock institutional and retail investors are jumping on. Here are three reasons…

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 Best TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy in November

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top dividend stock ideas for investors with short, medium and long-term investing time horizons in November.

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Investing

2 Defensive Canadian Stocks Ready to Rock Higher Into Year End

| Chris MacDonald

These two defensive dividend stocks could be good buys for a possible recession.

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Investing

It’s Time to Buy: 1 Canadian Stock That Hasn’t Been This Cheap in Years

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has continued to be one of the most undervalued stocks in the TSX. Is Canada's largest airline…

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Energy Stocks

2 Domestic Stocks the Rest of the World Hasn’t Caught Onto – Yet

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the best Canadian stocks global investors are clearly overlooking right now, why that's the case,…

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Dividend Stocks

3 World-Class Canadian Dividend Stocks Poised to Rocket Higher in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the best dividend stocks Canada has to offer, and why these companies look like rock-solid…

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Tech Stocks

Top 3 Canadian AI Stocks to Watch Next Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kinaxis (TSX:KXS), Docebo (TSX:DCBO), and Shopify (TSX:SHOP) are three top Canadian AI stocks investors ought to consider right…

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Energy Stocks

Why Fortis Could Be the Best Canadian Stock in the Market Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think that even after a decade of being bullish on Fortis (TSX:FTS), this is a stock that's…

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Investing

This Overlooked Stock Is Truly the TSX’s Big Cheese

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Saputo (TSX:SAP) is a top Canadian dairy company investors looking for strong total returns may want…

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Investing

Why This Canadian REIT Could Be a Buy-and-Hold-Forever Stock

| Chris MacDonald

This one REIT in the industrial sector could be a winner.

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Energy Stocks

Warren Buffett Liked This Canadian Stock, and I Still Do

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into one of Buffett's past Canadian stock picks, and why Suncor (TSX:SU) still looks like a solid pick…

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Tech Stocks

TSX on Fire: 2 Momentum Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the best Canadian growth stocks the TSX has to offer, and why these momentum plays…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Undervalued Canadian Dividend Stocks Delivering Huge Profits

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the best dividend stocks Canada has to offer, and why investors would do well to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dead-Easy Canadian Stocks to Buy with $1,000 Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) and Fortis (TSX:FTS) are two Canadian stocks that could be the easiest long-term…

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Investing

2 High-Growth Canadian Stocks to Watch Next Year

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the top Canadian growth stocks trading on the TSX, and why these companies look poised…

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