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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

Investing

2 Key Risks Investors in XRP Should Consider Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time for investors to buy the dip on high-profile cryptocurrency XRP (CRYPTO:XRP), or is the party officially…

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Investing

Can Avalanche Make a Big Comeback in May?

| Chris MacDonald

With the ongoing crypto crash today, investors may be rightly concerned about whether Avalanche (CRYPTO:AVAX) can make a comeback.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian REITs to Buy for Defensive Income Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top REITs I think long-term investors may want to consider, despite this rather precarious rising interest rate…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top REITs Looking Attractive Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top REITs long-term investors looking for a defensive place to hide in this otherwise abysmal market right…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Stocks to Consider for Total Returns

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Algonquin Power (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) are two stocks built for retirees.

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crypto, chart, stocks
Investing

Better Bet: Solana vs. Avalanche

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my take on whether Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) or Avalanche (CRYPTO:AVAX) is the better bet in this environment right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top Gold Miners to Focus On Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Agnico Eagle (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) and Equinox Gold (TSX:EQX)(NYSE:EQX) are two top gold miners to look at right now.

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Dividend Stocks

This REIT Looks Too Cheap to Ignore (With an Excellent Dividend to Boot)

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN) may be a top real estate option investors should consider when looking for diversification.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in May

| Chris MacDonald

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

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Investing

Could XRP Hit $1 by Q3?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why XRP (CRYPTO:XRP) could be an interesting cryptocurrency to consider, whether it's able to hit the magical $1 level…

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Investing

2 Top Cryptocurrencies to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think these two tokens are starting to look attractive right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Forget for a Decade

| Chris MacDonald

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

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Bank Stocks

2 Top TSX Bank Stocks to Buy for Total Returns

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian bank stocks that I think every long-term investor will want to consider in this current…

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Bank Stocks

3 Canadian Bank Stocks to Add for Stability Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian bank stocks I think investors with a long-term investing time horizon may want to consider…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Nutrien Stock Is the Mining Stock Investors Shouldn’t Ignore

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time for investors to consider Nutrien (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) stock as a defensive hedge today?

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cryptocurrency, crypto, blockchain
Investing

What Does the Ethereum Merge Mean for Crypto Investors?

| Chris MacDonald

Just what exactly is the Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) merge, and what does it mean for investors looking at this mega cap…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top REITs to Buy Amid Rising Interest Rates

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) and Granite Industrial REIT (TSX:GRT.UN) are two top REITs to consider, despite rising rates.

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crypto, chart, stocks
Investing

2 Reasons Why XRP Could Be the Future of Crypto

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a couple reasons why many investors remain bullish on top cryptocurrency XRP (CRYPTO:XRP) right now, despite an ongoing…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

This TSX Commodities Stock Is Making Big Moves Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Capstone Copper (TSX:CS) may be a top commodities stock investors should consider in this inflationary environment right now.

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Investing

Should You Ignore the Lawsuit or Be Wary of XRP Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Is XRP (CRYPTO:XRP) worth a buy, despite the legal drama that continues to play out with its parent company, or…

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Energy Stocks

Don’t Ignore This Energy Stock’s Small Dividend

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enerplus (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) could be a top energy stock that most investors are overlooking right now in this environment.

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Eyes Growth With Key Transition

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why energy investors seeking growth may want to consider Suncor (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), given the company's strategic growth shift.

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Tech Stocks

1 Canadian Software Stock That Could Take Off This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian software stocks long-term investors may want to consider, despite a rising interest rate environment right…

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oil and natural gas
Energy Stocks

Why Enbridge Stock Remains 1 of My Top Picks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking for defensive value may want to consider Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock.

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Investing

2 Proof-of-Stake Tokens to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) and Avalanche (CRYPTO:AVAX) are two top proof-of-stake tokens investors may want to consider.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Load up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top dividend stocks long-term investors may want to consider in this rising interest rate environment right now.

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Investing

Can Shiba Inu Triple in a Year?

| Chris MacDonald

Is it possible for meme token Shiba Inu (CRYPTO:SHIB) to triple this year, or will a strong bear market in…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Here Are 2 Top REITs to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top REITs investors heading into or nearing retirement may want to consider as long-term, dividend-growth investments.

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Tech Stocks

Bet on the Aviation Boom With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why CAE (TSX:CAE)(NYSE:CAE) may be a top TSX stock long-term investors may want to consider at these levels right…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Incredible Value Stocks to Buy Before it’s Too Late

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) are two top value stocks investors should consider right now.

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Investing

Can XRP Double From Here?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why crypto investors may want to consider XRP (CRYPTO:XRP) right now as a token with the potential to double,…

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Dividend Stocks

Is it Finally Time to Load Up on These 2 Dividend Stocks?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and CIBC (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) are two top dividend stocks investors may want to consider right now.

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cryptocurrency, crypto, blockchain
Investing

Ethereum: Buy, Hold, or Sell as We Head Toward a Key Catalyst?

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time to consider Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH), as this top token heads toward a major upgrade, or should you…

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Tech Stocks

Are These 2 Speculative Tech Stocks Buys?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) are two speculative tech stocks to consider.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy CN Rail Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors dive into CN Rail (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stock, or is the best approach to wait out this environment right now?

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Energy Stocks

1 More Reason to Consider Vermilion Energy

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one more reason why energy investors may want to consider Vermilion Energy (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) as a way to play energy…

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cryptocurrency, crypto, blockcahin
Investing

Why Bitcoin Could Make a Solid Move Higher From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may not want to give up on Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) just yet, considering these key catalysts right now.

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Energy Stocks

Commodities Boom: 1 Top TSX Energy Stock to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) may be a top energy stock investors should consider in this current environment right now.

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Investing

3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in April 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks that I think are well positioned to ride this recent bullish wave higher…

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Investing

2 Key Reasons Investors Are Watching Cronos Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why crypto investors may want to dive a bit deeper into Cronos (CRYPTO:CRO) and what's behind the scenes with…

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