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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 Top Cryptocurrencies Worth Considering on This Dip

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) and Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) are two top cryptocurrencies investors should consider buying on this dip.

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Energy Stocks

2 Incredibly Undervalued Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) and Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) are two undervalued energy stocks investors may want to consider.

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Investing

Bull Market or Not, These 2 Cryptocurrencies Are Worth a Look

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Polygon (CRYPTO:MATIC) and Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) are two top cryptocurrencies investors should consider buying, bull market or not.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are stocks to buy now and hold forever.

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Investing

Is Shiba Inu Poised for Another Parabolic Move?

| Chris MacDonald

Could Shiba Inu (CRYPTO:SHIB) be headed for another parabolic move or incredible plunge, as we head into the back half…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Value Stocks Worth Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two top value stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Bargain Stocks You Can Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) are two bargain stocks I think are worth considering right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Selloff Stocks That Could Help Set You Up for Life

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three selloff stocks to buy for those who believe that these companies can growth through a rising interest…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $300? 2 Simple TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two simple TSX stocks have everything a long-term investor looking to dollar cost average into a position wants right…

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Investing

Is Coinbase Stock Worth a Speculative Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking at Coinbase stock as a speculative buy may want to consider these bullish and bearish factors when looking…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Invest $10,000 Over the Next 5 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking to put $10,000 to work in this rather uncertain and volatile market may want to consider these three…

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How High Can Lido Crypto Run From Here?

| Chris MacDonald

Questions around just how high Lido DAO (CRYPTO:LDO) can head from here abound, as this token surges more than 250%…

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Investing

3 Growth Stocks That Could Be Huge Winners in the Next Decade and Beyond

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top TSX growth stocks that may be worth a look, given the significant valuation declines these stocks…

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Investing

3 Fire-Sale Cryptos to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top fire-sale cryptos could be worth a buy for investors looking to dig through the rubble in a…

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Investing

Time to Bottom Fish These 2 Beaten-Down Cryptocurrencies

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) and Cardano (CRYPTO:ADA) are two top cryptocurrencies to consider in this beaten-down market.

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Investing

2 Cryptos That Could Benefit From Ethereum’s Merge More Than Ethereum

| Chris MacDonald

Following the upcoming Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) merge, these two tokens could actually see more beneficial buying on the horizon.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks With High Dividend Yields

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three TSX stocks with high dividend yields are worth a look in this rising-rate environment, despite this…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Rogers Stock a Value Pick Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors looking for value seek out Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) as an investment in this difficult market?

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Investing

Can STEPN (CRYPTO:GMT) Regain its Former Glory?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for innovation in the crypto space may want to take a look at STEPN (CRYPTO:GMT), a unique project…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks You Can Hold for the Next 3 Decades

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks are among the best long-term buy-and-hold opportunities for investors looking for growth and income.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy in August 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two top growth stocks to consider right now.

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Investing

Metaverse Rebound? Here Are 2 Top Tokens to Watch

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Decentraland (CRYPTO:MANA) and The Sandbox (CRYPTO:SAND) are two top tokens for investors looking to play the metaverse.

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Tech Stocks

Got $6,000? Here’s How You Can Power Your TFSA Portfolio in July

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think picking up shares of Shopify under $40 makes sense.

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Investing

Will the Crypto Market Rally Into the End of the Year or Finish Lower?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) is a key token to watch for investors betting on a sustained market rally in the…

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Investing

Where Is Ethereum Headed as We Approach the Merge?

| Chris MacDonald

As Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) approaches its much-anticipated merge, is this top cryptocurrency worth a buy in this market?

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks You Can Hold for the Next 3 Decades

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three top TSX stocks are worth keeping on the radar for investors sitting on the fence in…

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Is Worth Taking a Look at Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) may be worth a look right now, despite some rather dismal performance of late.

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Dividend Stocks

If the Commodities Rally Continues, These 2 Stocks Are Worth Buying

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top commodities stocks that long-term investors worried about market turmoil may want to consider as value-based hedges…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Undervalued Dividend Stocks Worth Buying in H2 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two top dividend stocks to consider right now.

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Investing

2 Top Altcoins to Buy in August 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two altcoins I think have a chance to outperform in the months to come.

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Dividend Stocks

Can’t Buy a House? Check Out This REIT

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN) is one real estate investment trust worth considering, despite higher interest rates right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Beginner Investors: 2 Great TSX Stocks to Start With

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two top TSX stocks beginners should consider.

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Energy Stocks

Investing in a Falling Market Is Hard But Important

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cenovus (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) may be the stock to buy in a falling market for investors concerned about this volatility.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Commodities Stocks That May Not Be Done Running Yet

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Nutrien (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and Cenovus (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) are two top commodities stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About Rising Inflation? Check Out These 2 Top TSX REITs

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Granite REIT (TSX:GRT.UN) and Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) are two top TSX REITs that long-term investors should consider.

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Dividend Stocks

Have $1,000? 2 All-Weather Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are two dividend stocks to buy and never sell.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top REITs Worth Buying, Despite Rising Rates

| Chris MacDonald

These two top REITs are ones that may be worth buying, even in the face of rising interest rates and…

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Investing

What’s the Bottom for Crypto This Year?

| Chris MacDonald

The question of where the exact bottom is in this bloodbath in the crypto market is a difficult one to…

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Investing

Where Is Dogecoin Headed in the Long Term?

| Chris MacDonald

Is Dogecoin (CRYPTO:DOGE) worth a buy at these levels, or is now the time to avoid this dog-inspired meme cryptocurrency…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: How to Protect Against Volatility in the Near Term

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian stocks RRSP investors may want to take a look at amid what has been a…

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