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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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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best Gold Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are two top gold stocks worth considering today.

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Here’s 1 Sneaky E-Commerce Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

For investors seeking a sneaky e-commerce stock, Cargojet (TSX:CJT) could be the stock investors may want to take a look…

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Dividend Stocks

Why CN Rail Stock Could Keep Chugging Along Nicely Into 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors in CN Rail (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stock could be in for some meaningful medium- to long-term performance.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy Before They Take Off

| Chris MacDonald

These three top growth stocks are among the best long-term picks for investors seeking market-beating growth over the long term.

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best TSX Bank Stocks to Buy Right Now

| 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 buy right…

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Why Air Canada Stock Could Soar Much Higher From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) may be an excellent speculative buy at these levels for those who are optimistic about…

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Tech Stocks

Well Health Stock Could Continue to Soar Post-Pandemic

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Well Health (TSX:WELL) stock as a prospective growth holding today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy in August

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for top stocks to buy ought to consider these three incredible Canadian companies trading at attractive valuations today.

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Dividend Stocks

This Top TSX Dividend Stock Is at All-Time Highs: Is It Done?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors seeking a high-quality dividend stock providing stability and growth ought to look at Canadian Apartment REIT (TSX:CAR.U).

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX Tech Stocks to Load Up on Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking at tech stocks ought to consider Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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2 Top TSX Retail Stocks to Consider Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Artitzia (TSX:ATZ) and Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) are two top retail stocks to keep an eye on as we…

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Investing

Should Investors Buy This Lumber Stock or Call “Timber?”

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors seeking a top-notch lumber stock have gravitated toward West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFG) of late.

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Investing

Cineplex Stock: Are the Curtains Drawing, or Is the Show Starting?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Cineplex (TSX:CGX) and Cineplex stock certainly have an intriguing company to assess at these levels today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy in August

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) remain two top growth stocks investors should buy today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Undervalued Stocks to Buy Before it’s Too Late

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX undervalued stocks have been on my radar for some time, and provide some of the best…

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Investing

2 Top TSX Meme Stocks With Room to Run

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and Cineplex (TSX:CGX) are two Canadian meme stocks investors should have on their radar today.

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Dividend Stocks

Earnings Upgrades and Dividend Hike Boost Outlook for This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY) is one of the top TSX stocks that represents a solid pandemic reopening play…

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Cannabis Stocks

3 of the Best Growth Stocks in Canada to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three top growth stocks are among the best Canada has to offer and could continue their rapid ascent higher…

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Dividend Stocks

It’s Time for a Mid-Year Portfolio Check: Here’s What to Do

| Chris MacDonald

Given the fact we've passed the halfway mark of the year, now is a great time for investors to consider…

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Energy Stocks

1 Little-Known Energy Stock With Big Upside to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why International Petroleum (TSX:IPCO) is one top energy stock I think investors should be watching right now.

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Forget Tesla: 1 Top Canadian EV Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

One overlooked EV stock I think has tremendous potential right now is NFI Group (TSX:NFI), given the competitive landscape among…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Worried About Volatility? Here Are 2 Gold Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Both Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are two gold stocks investors should own today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Load Up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX dividend stocks provide not only quality yields today, but dividend and earnings growth over the long…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Energy Plays Long-Term Investors Should Be Buying Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) remain two top energy stocks to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Manulife Stock Is a Top Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Investors ought to consider Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) at these rather depressed levels right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Is the Infrastructure Trade Over? Maybe Not Yet: Consider SNC Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in SNC Lavalin (TSX:SNC) and SNC stock could be getting a steal with this infrastructure play at these levels…

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Tech Stocks to Buy Without Hesitation

| Chris MacDonald

Both Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Open Text (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) are top tech stocks to consider buying today.

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1 Top EV Stock Investors Need to Have on their Radar Today

| Chris MacDonald

Following Martinrea's (TSX:MRE) joint venture move into the EV space, this has become a top EV stock investors should be…

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Tech Stocks

3 Overlooked Growth Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three top growth stocks provide long-term investors with some of the best upside in the market today on the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 World-Class Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three growth stocks are among the best long-term opportunities for investors to consider in this current environment.

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Dividend Stocks

TD Bank Stock: The Run Isn’t Over

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and TD bank stock certainly have reason to consider this gem today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Set to Outperform in H2 2021

| Chris MacDonald

As far as top TSX stocks go, Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) remain two picks investors should consider now.

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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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