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Chris MacDonald

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

Air Canada Stock: Just Buy and Ignore the News Flow

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock as a top-notch pandemic reopening play right now.

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cryptocurrency, crypto, blockchain
Investing

Why Uniswap Could Be a Great Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider decentralized exchange Uniswap (CRYPTO:UNI) in this current market right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Top Gold Stocks to Buy in December for Diversification

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top gold stocks every long-term investor may want to consider right now for diversification and defensiveness.

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Value for money
Investing

1 Top TSX Undervalued Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking for a top-notch undervalued stock may want to consider Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF).

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Dividend Stocks

BAM! Brookfield Asset Management Earnings Come In Hot

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) should be a top pick for long-term investors in this current environment.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Income Stocks to Buy in December 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Finding top income stocks in this market is always a good idea.

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Investing

Could Dogecoin Be an Attractive Speculative Pick?

| Chris MacDonald

Meme token Dogecoin has certainly provided some life-changing returns for speculators of late, but is it a reasonable investment right…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Canopy Growth Stock Has Been Very Volatile Lately

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why cannabis investors may want to keep an eye on Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) stock right now.

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Investing

Should Investors Buy Shiba Inu Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why some investors are taking a look at Shiba Inu right now, despite this cryptocurrency's volatile nature and high…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Key Reason Enbridge Stock Could Surge Higher in 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock in this current environment today.

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Growth from coins
Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy in December 2021

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are among the best options that long-term investors seeking capital appreciation should consider today.

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Value for money
Dividend Stocks

3 Top Value Stocks to Buy in December

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian value stocks could be the best value picks in Canada and around the world right now…

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Bank Stocks

Go Big or Go Home With This Top Canadian Bank Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Royal Bank (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) remains a top Canadian bank stock for investors with a long-term time horizon.

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Where to Invest?
Investing

Can Dogecoin Return to Its All-Time Highs and Beyond?

| Chris MacDonald

Should Dogecoin be considered by investors as a realistic investment, or is now the time to move on to other…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Add for Their High Yields

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian dividend stocks every long-term investor should take a hard look at right now.

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Value for money
Dividend Stocks

1 Top Canadian Value Stock to Load Up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Intact Financial (TSX:IFC) could be a top value stock most investors are overlooking in this current market.

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Investing

In the World of Crypto, Cardano Could Be a Real Winner

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why crypto investors may want to think about owning Cardano as a part of a well-diversified portfolio right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Real Estate Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top real estate stocks are among the best options for investors seeking portfolio diversification and income right now.

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Investing

Shiba Inu: Is the Party Over or Is it Just Getting Started?

| Chris MacDonald

The attractiveness that parabolic assets such as Shiba Inu provide investors with is certainly intoxicating. Let's dive into this one.

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Investing

1 Top Publicly Traded Option for Investors Looking for Exposure to DeFi

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for exposure to the cryptocurrency and decentralized finance space may want to consider WonderFi.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Defensive Stocks to Add Before Turbulence Hits

| Chris MacDonald

These two top defensive stocks could be some of the best picks in Canada, and around the world, for long-term…

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Energy Stocks

1 Top Canadian Energy Stock to Buy in Q4

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Athabasca Oil (TSX:ATH) could be a Canadian energy stock that is both overlooked and undervalued right now.

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Investing

Why Bombardier Stock Is Starting to Look Like a Decent Speculative Bet

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) stock in this current market environment.

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Investing

1 Top Crypto to Consider Right Now as Crypto Crashes

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking at the crypto sector as a place to invest may want to consider Algorand (CRYPTO:ALGO)…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Restaurant Brands Stock Could Be a Top Performer in 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors should keep Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) stock on their watch lists.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Growth Stocks Looking Very Attractive Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top growth stocks every long-term investor may want to consider, given their valuations compared to the market…

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Investing

Looking for 15,000% Gains? Check Out This Cryptocurrency

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Solana may be one of the best long-term cryptocurrencies to buy and hold right now, despite its rapid…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Canadian Growth Stocks That Could Keep Running Into 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks that could continue to outperform over the long term for aggressive investors.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are among the best long-term picks for investors looking to buy and hold for…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Shaw Stock Looks Attractive Ahead of its Upcoming Merger

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider Shaw Communications (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) stock right now.

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Energy Stock Just Doubled its Dividend: Time to Double Down

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian investors looking for a top-notch, dividend-paying energy stock may want to consider Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU).

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Canadian Commodities Stock to Consider Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking for a top commodities stock may want to consider West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFG)(NYSE:WFG) right now.

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

These two top energy stocks are among some of the best companies in this sector in Canada and around the…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Kirkland Lake Stock Is a Screaming Buy Ahead of Merger

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider Kirkland Lake (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) stock right now.

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Investing

Could Air Canada Stock Be in for Some Serious Turbulence?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's the bull and bear case behind why Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Air Canada stock may be an interesting investment…

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Cannabis Stocks

Could Hexo Stock Be in Some Serious Trouble?

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time to consider Hexo (TSX:HEXO)(NASDAQ:HEXO) stock, or wait patiently on the sidelines for now?

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Value for money
Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Value Stocks That Are Too Cheap to Ignore Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian value stocks are ones that are simply too cheap to ignore for long-term investors in search…

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Dividend Stocks

Cenovus Stock: Dividend Growth and Impressive Earnings Only Part of the Story

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for an energy holding may want to consider Cenovus (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) and Cenovus stock right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Defensive Stocks to Add Before Turbulence Hits

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian defensive stocks are among the best picks in the market right now for long-term investors seeking…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks That Just Raised Their Yields

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian dividend stocks are ones I have my eye on right now as potential long-term investments in…

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