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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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Investing

Will Air Canada Fly High or Crash Land in 2021?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada's (TSX:AC) bailout is a mixed bag of news for investors bullish on the recovery coming out…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Great TSX Income Plays for Dividend Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BCE (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE), Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), and Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are top TSX dividend picks.

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Tech Stocks

What to Make of Shopify’s Recent Executive Shuffle

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cathie Woods and others are becoming increasingly bullish on the growth potential of Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian 5G Plays to Buy This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors interested in the growth 5G will provide should check out these two large Canadian telecommunications…

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Cannabis Stocks

1 Small TSX Cannabis Player to Consider Today

| Chris MacDonald

In the cannabis space, The Valens Company (TSX:VLNS) remains a top pick of mine for high-growth investors today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Under $25 to Buy in Any Market

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two of my top picks I'd invite investors on a budget to consider at these levels.

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Investing

Air Canada: Great Long-Term Play, But Near-Term Question Marks Remain

| Chris MacDonald

As far as pandemic reopening plays go, Air Canada (TSX:AC) remains a top pick for many investors today. Here's why…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Meme Stocks: 1 Canadian Retail Stock With Long-Term Upside

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) may be a much better long-term pick than other meme stocks right now.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian 5G Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) remains the top 5G pick in Canada's telecommunications sector today.

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Dividend Stocks

There’s Plenty of Reason to Be Bullish on Enbridge Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a stock that continues to make my top picks list right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Before Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks I think investors would be remiss to ignore at these levels today.

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Tech Stocks

For Those Who Believe The Run in NFTs Isn’t Over, This Stock Is Intriguing

| Chris MacDonald

The NFT space is one that's burgeoning with excitement today, and Currency Works (TSXV:CWRK) is one way to play this…

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Investing

Air Canada’s Bailout Package: What Investors Need to Know

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what investors should make of the recent government bailout of Air Canada (TSX:AC).

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Dividend Stocks

Lumber Is Soaring: Here’s a Top Pick to Consider Buying Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFT) is a top pick for investors consider playing the commodities rally right now.

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Tech Stocks

There’s No Upside for Facedrive Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Facedrive (TSXV:FD) has driven a lot of retail investor attention earlier this year, but it's a dangerous meme trap right…

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify the Next Amazon? Cathie Woods Thinks So!

| Chris MacDonald

Growth investors would be remiss to ignore the growth potential of TSX juggernaut Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Tech Stocks

EXCLUSIVE (Part 2): Fool Q&A With Evolve ETF CIO & COO

| Chris MacDonald

For investors considering the Evolve Ether ETF (TSX:ETHR), here's the second part of our interview series!

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Tech Stocks

EXCLUSIVE (Part 1): Fool Q&A With Evolve ETF CIO & COO

| Chris MacDonald

This exclusive interview with Evolve's CIO & COO Elliot Johnson provides a lot more colour on what investors need to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top picks I'd recommend investors consider in this overvalued market today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock Investors Should Consider Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think long-term investors need to consider Alimentation Couche-Tard at its ridiculously cheap levels today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Under $40 to Buy in This Current Environment

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two of my top picks I think investors would be remiss not to consider at these levels today.

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Investing

Air Canada Has Been Bailed Out: Now What?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada's (TSX:AC) recently announced bailout could be a good or bad thing, depending on how you look…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Catalyst That Could Send TD Stock Soaring This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) remains the best growth pick among Canadian banks today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Renewables Picks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top ESG picks I'd invite investors to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Retail Stock Flying Under the Radar Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors shouldn't sleep on the long-term growth potential of Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top REIT Investors Seem to Like Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors should keep Chartwell Retirement REIT (TSX:CSH.U) on their post-pandemic recovery watch list today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy in Spring 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks that I'd invite long-term investors to take a close look at right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top Gold Stocks I’d Back the Truck Up on Right Now

| 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 consider today.

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Investing

Why This Top TSX Stock Could Soar Post-Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is an intriguing top pick investors should consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Under $30 to Buy Before They Take Off

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are top picks of mine right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 of the Top Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy in April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top growth picks I'd recommend investors consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top-Notch Commodities Play to Consider Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) remains a top-notch commodity pick I'd invite long-term investors to consider today.

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Tech Stocks

TSX Stars: 2 Behemoths to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) aren't only big, but great long-term picks.

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Bank Stocks

1 Top TSX Bank Stock I’d Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) continues to be on the top of my list for long-term investors looking…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top TSX Gold Stocks for Defensive Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think gold investors should consider Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) today.

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Investing

The Next Roblox! Why This Top TSX Stock Could Be Even Better

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors should keep a close eye on Canadian toy maker Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) right now.

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Tech Stocks

Why Cathie Wood Seems to Think Shopify Is the Next Amazon

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cathie Woods seems to think Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) could be the next Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN).

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Dividend Stocks

This Top Canadian Utilities Stock Is a Sneaky ESG Play

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors would be remiss to ignore the ESG catalysts underpinning Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN).

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Right Now for Defensiveness

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) remains high on my list of defensive stocks I'd recommend investors consider today.

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Investing

2 Top Canadian Growth Stocks Poised to Take Off

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are among my top growth picks today.

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