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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

This High-Leverage Energy Stock Is Poised to Continue Soaring

| Chris MacDonald

For those seeking value in an energy stock, Arc Resources (TSX:ARX) is one stock I think provides excellent upside potential…

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Energy Stocks

1 Top TSX Renewables Play to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Innergex (TSX:INE) is one renewables play with tremendous long-term upside potential in an energy market that's looking pricey today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Big Banks May Be a Great Big Bet Today

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are two big banks with serious upside today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Alimentation Couche-Tard Remains a Top Stock to Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for long-term growth at a reasonable price can't go wrong with Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) stock.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Telus Stock Could Be the ESG Play You’ve Been Waiting For

| Chris MacDonald

For investors concerned about the environment, Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Telus stock provide an intriguing ESG reason to own this stock.

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Tech Stocks

1 Top Canadian Digital Healthcare Play to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

CloudMD (TSXV:DOC) has proven itself to be one of the leading digital healthcare plays on the market -- perfect for…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top TSX EV Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Both NFI Group (TSX:NFI) and Martinrea (TSX:MRE) aren't typically considered EV stocks, but could be moving in this direction in…

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Investing

Meme Stock Investors: Air Canada Stock Is the Third Most Shorted Stock in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Air Canada stock may be remiss to ignore the potential short-squeeze catalyst with this…

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Tech Stocks

As Crypto Crashes, Should Investors Consider Hive Blockchain Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

For investors in Hive Blockchain (TSXV:HIVE) and Hive Blockchain stock, now is an intriguing time to consider this crypto play.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

This Top TSX Stock Is Ripe for an Acquisition Bid

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Troilus Gold (TSX:TLG) may be worth a serious look by gold investors and those seeking deep value right…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Energy Stocks Investors Should Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Two of the top energy stocks investors should consider right now are Altagas (TSX:ALA) and Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE).

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Dividend Stocks

Go Big or Go Home With These 3 Mega-Cap Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These three top mega-cap stocks are among the best in Canada for investors seeking excellent long-term portfolio returns.

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Dividend Stocks

Bet on Clean Energy With This Top TSX Stock Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

In the clean energy sector, Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) doesn't get the love it deserves among investors right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dirt-Cheap TSX Stock Poised for a Parabolic Move

| Chris MacDonald

This top undervalued stock is truly a dirt-cheap pick for long-term investors seeking growth at a reasonable price today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Among Canadian dividend stocks, Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are among the best choices today.

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Tech Stocks

Meme Stock Mania: Where Will BlackBerry Stock Go From Here?

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors in BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and BlackBerry stock run and hide, or is now the time to buy?

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Stocks: Time to Load Up or Sit and Wait?

| Chris MacDonald

For cannabis stocks such as Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC), legalization legislation in the U.S. is both a catalyst and a…

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Bank Stocks

The Economy Is Booming, and BMO Stock Is a Great Way to Play This Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) certainly have reason to be optimistic about the future.

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Dividend Stocks

Building a Retirement Portfolio? Here Are 3 Top Picks

| Chris MacDonald

These three top picks provide everything long-term investors require in a retirement portfolio: growth, income, and value.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dirt-Cheap Value Stocks to Buy in Summer 2021

| Chris MacDonald

These three value stocks are among the best picks for long-term investors seeking to build a long-term portfolio today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Canadian Tech Growth Stocks to Add Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two world-class tech growth stocks investors should buy right now.

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Investing

Why Manulife Stock Is 1 of the Best Ways to Play Chinese Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) is actually a rather exciting insurance company to look at, given this company's leverage to Chinese growth.

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Energy Stocks

ESG vs. Suncor Stock: Which One Will Win?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Suncor stock certainly have reason to be bullish on this pure-play energy producer right…

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Energy Stocks

Beginner Investors: Be Like Warren Buffett With These 2 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian Warren Buffett-affiliated stocks are ones investors should consider in this current environment.

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Stock Remains a Top Pick for Long-Term Growth Investors Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Long-term investors looking for growth stocks can't go wrong with Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks Trading at Attractive Levels

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian dividend stocks are among the best picks for long-term investors to buy right now.

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Tech Stocks

Looking for Growth? These 3 Top TSX Growth Stocks Provide Plenty

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are among the best companies to consider buying in this current environment today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX EV Plays to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking at Canadian EV plays should consider Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSEMGA) and BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB).

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks for July

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are well positioned to provide excellent long-term growth for investor portfolios.

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Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Stock Could Continue to Outperform Into the Fall

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors in Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Suncor stock may want to sit tight with this energy gem today.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Bitcoin: Why HIVE Stock Could Outperform

| Chris MacDonald

Hive Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) and HIVE stock certainly provide a high-risk, high-reward option to consider.

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Go Parabolic From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Air Canada stock have seen significant appreciation from pandemic lows, but more may be…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Back the Truck Up on in July

| Chris MacDonald

These three top growth stocks are among the best Canada has to offer, providing investors with incredible long-term growth prospects.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Undervalued Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

The search for undervalued stocks is on, and Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) are top picks.

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Dividend Stocks

Boost Your Portolio’s Yield With These 2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.U) are two top dividend stocks every investor should consider now.

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Dividend Stocks

Diversify Your Portfolio With These 2 Undervalued Stocks Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are two top undervalued stocks every investor should consider.

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stock research, analyze data
Dividend Stocks

2 Incredible Dividend Stocks Trading At a Discount to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TC Energy (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are two top Canadian dividend stocks on my watch list.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Real Estate Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian real estate stocks operate in highly favourable segments of the real estate space that I think…

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Energy Stocks

2 Extremely Undervalued Energy Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why AltaGas (TSX:ALA) and Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) remain two top energy stocks investors should consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are among the best companies to look at globally for long-term investors seeking reliable…

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