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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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Energy Stocks

Natural Gas Is Heating Up: Time to Buy This Top TSX Energy Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Arc Natural Resources (TSX:ARX) stock as a top energy stock to buy right…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

A Pot of Gold: 2 Top Gold Stocks to Sit On Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are two top gold stocks to buy right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy in October 2021

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX growth stocks are among the best new-world growth stocks in Canada for investors seeking multi-decade-long growth.

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Investing

Why Dollarama Stock Could Hit $70 This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking for value should consider Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock in this current environment.

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Tech Stocks

Should Investors Buy Facedrive Stock Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why growth investors who may be enticed by Facedrive (TSXV:FD) stock may want to steer clear of this stock…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Telecom Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors seeking a top telecom stock to buy right now should consider Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top Canadian Gold Stocks to Add Before They Take Off

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Equinox Gold (TSX:EQX) are two top gold stocks to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 of the Best Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think now is a great time for long-term investors to consider these three top TSX growth stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Add for Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian investors approaching retirement should really consider these three top TSX dividend stocks right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dirt-Cheap Canadian Value Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for a top value stock should consider Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Bank Stocks to Add Today and Let Sit for Decades

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are two top TSX bank stocks to consider now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Buying Opportunities to Snap Up Before October

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Algonquin Power (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) are two top buying opportunities to consider now.

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Energy Stocks

Bet on a Renewable Future With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) is one top TSX stock I think is overlooked right now in the market.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Value Stocks That Won’t Be This Cheap Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Long-term investors aiming to find some top-notch Canadian value stocks may want to take a close look at these two…

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Bank Stocks

1 Small Canadian Bank Stock Providing Big Returns

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for a higher-risk, higher-reward bank stock have won big with Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB).

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Canadian Technology Stocks Build for the Next Decade

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking for top Canadian technology stocks may want to consider Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU).

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Investing

Betting on a Parabolic Move in Retail? Consider This Top TSX Retail Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why speculators looking for a Canadian retail stock to look at in this newfound meme stock world should look…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian stocks are not only among the best options Canada has to offer but are some of…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Add Right Now for Retirement

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for top dividend stocks should consider Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Cannabis Stocks

Put This Cannabis Stock in Your Pipe and Smoke it

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for the best cannabis stock in the world to buy right now should consider Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA).

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Investing

Will its Legal Battle Propel Cineplex Stock Higher?

| Chris MacDonald

Will Cineplex stock climb to even higher highs following the outcome of its legal proceedings, or is this stock doomed…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy This Fall

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking for top energy stocks should consider Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Suncor (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU).

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks Ready for an Explosive Fall

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors seeking top-notch growth stocks will want to consider these three top Canadian gems in the growth…

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Energy Stocks

The Top Canadian Energy Stock to Bet on as Oil Prices Surge

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Trican Well Services (TSX:TCW) as a key energy stock to buy amid surging…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Consider Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider CCL Industries (TSX:CCL.B) as a top TSX stock to buy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Scotiabank Stock: Making All the Right Moves

| Chris MacDonald

Investors thinking about adding a long-term portfolio holding should look at Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) stock.

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Investing

Canada Goose Stock Faces Accusations in China

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why growth investors may want to consider Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) stock, despite China concerns.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Add Today for Yield

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are two top dividend stocks to consider right now.

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Investing

The Bull Case for Why Cargojet Stock Could Outperform

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term growth investors may want to give Cargojet (TSX:CJT) stock a hard look as we enter the fall.

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Dividend Stocks

Construct Your Portfolio Wisely With This Top TSX Infrastructure Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to take a look at a top Canadian infrastructure stock: Aecon Group (TSX:ARE).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top Defensive Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are two top defensive stocks worth buying now.

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Dividend Stocks

Telecom Stocks: A Political Football?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why telecom stocks may be more discussed in the coming days as the Canadian election wraps up, and why…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Stock: Another Reason Why This Is a Top 5G Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to take a look at Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) stock as a play on innovation moving…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Stocks Providing Extremely Balanced Long-term Returns

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors seeking the best Canadian stocks should consider Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Value Stocks to Buy this Fall

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX value stocks are among the best options for long-term investors to consider as we enter a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks I’d Load Up on Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors considering top dividend stocks may want to look at Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and TC Energy (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP).

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Investing

Couche-Tard Stock: Is Too Much Demand a Bad Thing?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking at Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) stock may want to consider buying right now.

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Investing

Is Now the Time to Buy This Top Cyclical Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for a top cyclical stock may want to consider BRP (TSX:DOO)(NASDAQ:DOOO).

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Dividend Stocks

Why Scotiabank Stock Remains a Top Pick in September

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors should consider Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), or Scotiabank, stock right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Enbridge Stock Could Be the Dividend Stock to Buy This Fall

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term income investors may want to consider Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock right now.

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