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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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Energy Stocks

Retirees: Here’s a Cheap Safety Stock That Pays Big Dividends

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) could be the undervalued dividend stock investors are looking for right now.

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Investing

Could This $125 Stock Be Your Ticket to Millionaire Status?

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking to take their portfolios into seven-digit territory have plenty of options to consider. Here's my top pick right…

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Energy Stocks

2 Stocks Every Canadian Investor Should Have on Their Radar

| Chris MacDonald

For Canadian investors looking to build out their long-term watch lists, here are two top Canadian stocks I think are…

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Investing

2 Growth Stocks Down 6% to 9% to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two growth stocks are now trading at attractive valuations relative to where they were trading not long ago. Here's…

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Investing

3 Canadian Growth Stocks I’d Add to Any TFSA in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These Canadian growth stocks look well-positioned to allow for meaningful portfolio gains in 2026 for those thinking truly long term.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Superstars Poised to Outperform the Market in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These three TSX superstars aren't just superstars for today and this year. I think these companies could provide consistent double-digit…

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Investing

2 Undervalued Stocks and REITs Worth Buying in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These two stocks and REITs look well-positioned to outperform this year and for many years to come. Here's the bull…

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Retirement

Want $1 Million in Retirement? Invest $50,000 in These 3 Stocks and Wait a Decade

| Chris MacDonald

These three stocks look well-positioned to take investors much closer to their goal of being seven-figure retirees over time.

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Bank Stocks

1 Cheap Canadian Dividend Stock Down 10% to Buy and Hold

| Chris MacDonald

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) often doesn't get the love it should from investors. Here's why this stock looks like…

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Investing

An Ideal TFSA Stock With a Steady 5.3% Yield

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stands out to me as a key potential winner from ongoing geopolitical issues, and where this…

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Investing

Here’s the Average Canadian RRSP at Age 55

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three key things to note about the average Canadian's RRSP balance at age 55, and what to do…

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Investing

3 Canadian Growth Stocks for Your TFSA in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian growth stocks look like screaming buys, no matter an individual investor's risk profile or investing time horizon,…

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Dividend Stocks

Your TFSA Should Be Your Income Engine, Not Your RRSP

| Chris MacDonald

Here's a compelling argument as to why a TFSA may actually be the better investing vehicle for long-term dividend compounding…

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Investing

2 Stocks Every Canadian Retiree Should Seriously Consider Avoiding

| Chris MacDonald

These two Canadian stocks may be best avoided by long-term investors looking to ensure their portfolios stay well-positioned for any…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dirt Cheap Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three Canadian stocks do indeed look dirt cheap to me, as top ways for investors to gain exposure to…

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Dividend Stocks

What to Know About Canadian Value Stocks for 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my broad commentary around why Canadian stocks look cheap right now, and a couple top opportunities for investors to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks Billionaires Are Buying in Bulk

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for insider buying activity (particularly from billionaires) may want to consider these three Canadian stocks right now.

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Asset Management
Investing

1 Canadian Stock to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors would be remiss to ignore Shopify (TSX:SHOP) as a top-tier growth stock to buy and hold…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks With Passive Income That Keeps Growing

| Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian dividend stocks provide the sort of total return upside so many investors are looking for. Here's why…

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Energy Stocks

The Best Canadian Energy Stock to Buy This Month

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Suncor (TSX:SU) deserves a look as a top Canadian energy stock investors should load up on…

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Dividend Stocks

How Does Fortis Stack Up Against Other Utility Stocks?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Fortis (TSX:FTS) could be among the best world-class stocks investors should consider in the market right…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Under $100 That Could Skyrocket

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking for top-tier double-up opportunities, here are two of the best stocks Canada has to offer that are…

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Investing

3 Monster Stocks to Hold for the Next 3 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three Canadian stocks with absolutely massive upside for 2026, and why these gems look undervalued right now.

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in March

| Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian dividend stocks won't be stopped and have some incredible charts. Here's why the party can continue for…

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Investing

If I Could Only Own 1 Stock Forever, it Would Be This 1

| Chris MacDonald

Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) is a Canadian stock that's not getting the love it deserves. Here's why this stock is a…

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Investing

Canadian Real Estate Stocks That Could Be Due for a Big 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian REITs could set up your portfolio for decades of gains over the long term, what every…

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Investing

$5,000 Gold: 3 Solid Mining Stocks to Invest In

| Chris MacDonald

These three Canadian gold mining giants have plenty to offer long-term investors, even after these companies' incredible rises over the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks Billionaires Are Buying in Bulk

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for insider buying activity (particularly from billionaires) may want to consider these three Canadian stocks right now.

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Investing

3 Canadian Small-Cap Stocks With Explosive Growth Potential

| Chris MacDonald

These under‑the‑radar names combining strong secular tailwinds with solid balance sheets and scalable business models could translate into multi‑bagger returns…

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Dividend Stocks

Growth, Value, Dividends: 1 Canadian Stock In Each Category to Buy Immediately

| Chris MacDonald

For investors seeking top-tier opportunities in the world of value, growth and dividend stocks, here are three great ideas spanning…

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Investing

Don’t Get Cute: Just Buy These 3 Canadian Stocks and Never Sell

| Chris MacDonald

Forget the noise, and get to the signal, with these three world-class Canadian stocks that are starting to look very…

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Investing

Market Crash or All-Time High? 3 Reasons Why We Could See Both in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Here's both a bull and bear case for the TSX this year, as we head into what could be one…

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Investing

Top-Notch Canadian Stocks That Are on Sale Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a couple excellent ideas for investors seeking Canadian stocks with meaningful long-term upside potential and valuations that look…

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Investing

3 Defence Industry Stocks That Investors Shouldn’t Sleep On

| Chris MacDonald

Worried about geopolitical turmoil? Makes sense. Here are three stocks to consider buying, for those who think the script may…

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Investing

I’d Buy These 3 Dividend Stocks Today and Gladly Hold for at Least 5 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for top-tier dividend stocks to buy have to look no further. Here are two top picks I think…

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Investing

3 Top TSX Picks With 20% Upside or More in 2026, According to Experts

| Chris MacDonald

These top TSX picks are key stocks analysts appear to be very bullish on right now, and there are certainly…

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Dividend Stocks

These Canadian Dividend Stocks Are Breathtakingly Cheap Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Investors who are seeking a mix of dividend income and value should look no further. Here are three top ideas…

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Energy Stocks

3 Utility Stocks That Could Actually Beat the TSX This Year

| Chris MacDonald

These three Canadian utility stocks look supercharged for big gains (and big dividend yields) over the long-term. Here's why.

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Investing

3 Top REITs to Buy for March

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian REITs stand out as buying opportunities for investors looking for upside in what can be viewed…

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Investing

3 Reasons Why Commodity Stocks Could Outperform in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking for reasons to buy commodity stocks at this point in the cycle (after they've surged of late),…

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