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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.

Recent Articles

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Cannabis Stocks

Is Canopy Growth Stock Worth a Buy in September?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's the bull and bear case behind whether Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) stock is worth a speculative buy in September or…

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Investing

Is Air Canada Stock a Buy in September 2023?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Air Canada (TSX:AC) is a buy in this current environment or if investors should look elsewhere…

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Tech Stocks

SHOP Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Chris MacDonald

Given the impressive move Shopify (TSX:SHOP) has made thus far in 2023, is SHOP stock is a buy, sell, or…

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Investing

FTS Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) deserves either a buy or hold rating, depending on whether investors own this stock or not.

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Investing

Before You Buy Amazon, Here’s a Growth Stock I’d Buy First

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Shopify (TSX:SHOP) could be a better buy relative to Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) in this current market.

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Tech Stocks

CSU Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Chris MacDonald

The question of whether Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) is a buy, hold, or sell really isn't much of a question at…

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Investing

3 Disruptors I Love Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the top disruptive growth stocks long-term investors may want to consider on any prolonged downturn in…

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Investing

Is This a New Bull Market? You Haven’t Missed Out on Restaurant Brands

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors should consider Restaurant Brands as an excellent way to play a potential bull market, or not,…

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Investing

Prediction: 3 Growth Stocks That Could Trounce the Market

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the top growth stocks long-term investors may want to think about putting in a TFSA for…

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Investing

Planning Your Golden Years? Top 3 Stocks for Canadian RRSP Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the top long-term holdings Canadians looking to build out their RRSP should consider, particularly at depressed…

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Investing

Is This a New Bull Market? 3 Stocks the Smartest Investors Are Watching

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the top Canadian stocks long-term investors are buying now. Smart retail investors may want to consider…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Before You Buy Tesla, Here’s a Mining Stock I’d Buy First

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to ignore Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) when looking at the EV space and instead consider Lithium Americas…

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Investing

Can Shopify Stock Double by Year End?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) may indeed see a double-up by year end for patient investors, if this momentum-driven rally continues.

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Technology
Investing

Can You Still Buy the TSX’s Best-Performing Stocks of Last Month?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) are two top Canadian growth stocks to consider.

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Investing

Is Telus Stock a Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider Telus (TSX:T) as a core holding from both a growth and dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

Discover the Income-Generating Potential of Canada’s Top Dividend Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB) are two of the top Canadian dividend stocks long-term investors should consider.

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Tech Stocks

Tech Stocks Came Roaring Back in the First Half of 2023: See the Top Gainers

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two overlooked Canadian tech stocks long-term investors may want to keep on their radar for TFSA holdings right…

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Energy Stocks

Pipeline to Prosperity: Invest in Enbridge and TC Energy Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and TC Energy (TSX:TRP) are two pipeline stocks long-term investors want to consider on dips.

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Investing

Build Your Retirement Fortune With These Top TFSA Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the top growth stocks long-term investors looking to build a retirement fund should consider putting in…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks for Canadians: A Smart Way to Invest for Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the top Canadian dividend stocks long-term investors ought to consider when building a balanced and diversified…

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Tech Stocks

3 Under-the-Radar Tech Stocks That Could Skyrocket in 2023

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three well-known, yet somewhat under-the-radar stocks long-term investors should be looking at right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Restaurant Brands International a Buy After Its Recent Earnings?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors should certainly consider Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) stock on any meaningful pullbacks from here.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This Canadian Gold Miner a Hidden Gem?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to put Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) on the watch list right now, as it may…

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Investing

Invest for the Long Haul: 2 TFSA Stocks for a Blissful Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top TSX stocks long-term investors may want to consider putting in a TFSA now, considering their strong…

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Investing

This Speculative TSX Stock Isn’t Worth the Risk Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) has been an exceptional outperformer in recent years, but is this stock simply too speculative and risky here?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Agnico Eagle Mines: A Safe Bet in a Wobbly Market?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) could indeed be one of the safest bets in what could turn out to…

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Energy Stocks

Energize Your Portfolio With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cenovus is one of the best ways Canadian investors can energize their portfolio in this current environment.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock: Dialing Into the Telecom Sector’s Stable Returns

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider ramping up bets on BCE Inc. and BCE stock, given positive recent developments.

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Dividend Stocks

This Undervalued Dividend Stock Is Worth Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider Manulife (TSX:MFC) as a way to gain exposure to value and dividend…

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Investing

Telus Stock in the Spotlight: Innovating the Telecom Industry

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Telus (TSX:T) remains one of the top dividend stocks long-term investors ought to consider right now.

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Energy Stocks

Power Up Your Portfolio With This Top TSX Energy Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cenovus (TSX:CVE) remains a top TSX energy stock investors should consider buying on weakness moving forward.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: Stocks That Can Turn Your Retirement Dreams Into Reality

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two of the best long-term stocks to buy and hold in a TFSA for long-term capital appreciation and…

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Dividend Stocks

Planning for Retirement? Here Are the Best Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the best dividend stocks to buy for long-term investors seeking both safety and defensiveness as well…

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Investing

What’s Next for Brookfield Asset Management Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM) remains a great long-term option for investors to consider right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Franco-Nevada Stock: Why Gold Royalties Could Shine Bright in 2023

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Franco-Nevada stock could be among the best picks for investors looking for defensive exposure in 2023.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks to Buy This Month and 1 to Avoid

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two TSX stocks to buy and one to avoid for investors seeking to reposition their portfolios for some…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is This Canadian Gold Mining Stock a Hidden Gem?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) could be a hidden gem among the various mining stocks in the market right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Is it Officially Game Over for Canopy Growth Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Is Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) stock really one with multi-bagger potential, or is this a company long-term investors should simply avoid?

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Investing

Rising Rates and Solid Investments: Discover Stability With These 3 Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian stocks investors may want to consider for added stability in these rather trying economic times.

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Investing

How Global Expansion Plans Could Drive Growth at Manulife

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC) is one of the top Canadian stocks to consider in terms of its global expansion growth…

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