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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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Investing

Better Than Bonds? 3 Defensive Stocks to Consider When Volatility Picks Up

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian stocks are excellent picks for investors looking to play defence in a market where most want…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Investing Strategies for Baby Boomers Nearing Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Investors who are nearing retirement have plenty to consider. That said, here are three top strategies I'm personally implementing and…

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Investing

Where I’d Invest $5,000 in the TSX in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Investors who are looking to put their next $5k to work have a number of top-tier options to choose from.…

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Dividend Stocks

Grab These Dividend Stocks Now, Before Their Prices Rise and Yields Drop

| Chris MacDonald

These dividend stocks look like unparalleled total return opportunities over time, and still look undervalued relative to their potential.

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Investing

The 3 Canadian Stocks Investors Are Sleeping on Right Now (and Shouldn’t Be)

| Chris MacDonald

These three stocks happen to be gems I think are overlooked right now. Here's why Canadian investors shouldn't be sleeping…

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Investing

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Today and Never Sell … I Mean Never

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks for those with a very, very long-term time horizon.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Superb Canadian Dividend Stock Down 10% to Buy in Bulk

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) could be the single best Canadian stock long-term investors should consider adding right now.

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Investing

Ignore the Noise, Focus on the Signal With These 3 Magnificent TSX Gems

| Chris MacDonald

Now's the time to cut through the noise and consider adding exposure to these three blue-chip Canadian stocks, in my…

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Investing

Worried About a Bear Market in 2026? 3 Stocks for Peace of Mind

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top options investors concerned about a serious market correction or bear market in 2026 may opt to…

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Investing

These 3 Canadian Stocks Could Triple in 5 Years

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking for massive potential winners over the course of the next five years, I think these three Canadian…

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Investing

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy With $5,000 Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking to put their next $5,000 to work, here are three top-shelf ideas to consider to set up…

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Dividend Stocks

Love Dividend ETFs? 3 Favourites for Outsized Passive Income in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian investors looking for top dividend ETFs to choose from have three excellent options I'm going to dive into in…

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 TSX Stocks Have Delivered More Than 30 Years of Dividend Growth

| Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian dividend stocks look poised to continue what has been very impressive dividend growth runs over the past…

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Investing

3 Canadian REITs to Buy in March 2026

| Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian REITs look like screaming buys in this market, which should see more rate cuts on the horizon…

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Investing

Better Than Bonds? 3 Defensive Stocks to Consider When Volatility Picks Up

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian stocks are excellent picks for investors looking to play defence in a market where most want…

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Investing

Your RRSP Balance Doesn’t Matter as Much as These 3 Factors in Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the most important factors retirees may want to consider as ways to maximize their comfort…

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Investing

Got Patience? 3 Turnaround Growth Stocks for Steady Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Are you ready for not one, not two, but three turnaround stories to consider as we head toward the second…

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Investing

Everyone’s Ignoring These Stocks, but I See Tremendous Upside in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Tremendous upside in 2026 is possible, if you pick correctly. Here are two top Canadian stocks investors won't want to…

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Investing

Want to Beat the Market in 2026? 3 Stocks to Buy Early This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking to beat the market this year have plenty of opportunities to choose from, but these three could be…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Stock I’d Trust for the Next 10 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) still looks like one of the best opportunities in the market right now for long-term investors…

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks With Magnificent Upside Potential in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for world-class opportunities with truly incredible long-term upside have come to the right place – here are three…

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Tech Stocks

The Top 3 Canadian AI Stocks I’d Buy in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Investors who are looking for top-tier, blue-chip opportunities among the plethora of AI stocks that are available out there have…

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Investing

3 Long-Term Buying Opportunities You’ll Kick Yourself for Not Buying in March

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking for truly long-term buying opportunities may not know where to look. Start by considering these three Canadian stocks…

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Investing

Why International Investors Could Outperform U.S.-Only Investors in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three key reasons why international investors could have a field day, while investors who stay invested only in…

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Investing

Buy, Buy, Buy: 3 Stocks You Should Dollar-Cost-Average Into in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking to dollar cost average into some excellent Canadian stocks, here are three worth considering right now.

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Energy Stocks

Passive Income Investors: This TSX Stock Has a 5.4% Yield With Monthly Payouts

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one leading monthly dividend stock long-term investors may be remiss to ignore in what could be a declining interest…

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Investing

Stock Split Alert: 2 TSX Stocks That Could Split in 2026

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian stocks that look poised for a stock split in 2026 or beyond, depending on what…

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Investing

The ETFs That Canadians Are Sleeping On (But Shouldn’t Be) Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian ETFs are ones investors should not be sleeping on right now, particularly for those with competing…

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Investing

If the Market Gets Volatile, Here Are the Stocks That Could Outperfom It All

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking for a reliable barbell strategy to benefit from any sort of outsized volatility that may be ahead,…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Superstars That Could Beat the Market in 2026 (Get in Now)

| Chris MacDonald

These three TSX superstars appear well-positioned to benefit from whatever lies ahead, and these companies remain top picks of mine…

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Dividend Stocks

Billionaires Are Selling Nvidia Stock and Buying This TSX Stock in Bulk

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one Canadian stock some billionaire investors are rotating into, while also rotating out of some high-growth techs stocks tied…

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Investing

Buy the Dip, or Buy the Rip? Is It Too Late to Invest in the Stock Market?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the age-old question of whether buying into a stock market at all time highs makes sense, or…

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Investing

Telus: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the bull and bear thesis for a company like Telus (TSX:T) and where this stock may be…

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Investing

Ready, Set, Invest: How Canadians Can Get Ready Now to Prosper All Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a couple of key strategies Canadian investors can employ to prosper as we kick off what could be…

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Investing

Why Canadian Stocks Are the World’s Best-Kept Secret

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think global investors should take a hard look at Canadian over U.S. equities.

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over Telus Stock Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's compare and contrast Telus (TSX:T) with Fortis (TSX:FTS) and dive into why the latter is a better pick for…

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Energy Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock With a Steady 5.5% Yield

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why a case can be made for investors to include Enbridge (TSX:ENB) in their Tax-Free Savings Accounts in 2026.

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Tech Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Stock Down 22% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kinaxis (TSX:KXS) could be the absolute best opportunity available to Canadian investors in Q1 2026.

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Tech Stocks

It’s Time to Buy: 1 Oversold TSX Stock Poised for a Comeback

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one leading Canadian growth stock investors can now put in the "undervalued" bucket for a long-term investment in a…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks to Buy as Canada Levels Up Productivity

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking to play a boom in Canadian productivity on the horizon (in part due to the AI-related improvements…

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