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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

It’s Time to Back Up the Truck on This Trucking Company

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors looking for a cyclical growth play should consider TFI International (TSX:TFII)(NYSE:TFII).

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Coronavirus

3 Top TSX Reopening Plays With Tonnes of Upside Left

| Chris MacDonald

These three stocks are among my top reopening plays in today's market, and for good reason.

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Energy Stocks

1 Top Canadian ESG Stock to Buy for the Long Term

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Boralex (TSX:BLX) ought to make every long-term growth investor's watchlist in this current market.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Defensive Stocks I’d Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top defensive gems are among the best picks on the TSX for long-term investors seeking safety today.

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Cannabis Stocks

This Small Canadian Cannabis Player Is Moving Into the U.S.

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking for a speculative cannabis play may want to consider The Valens Company (TSXV:VLNS) right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

OrganiGram’s CEO Is Leaving: Newsworthy or Noise?

| Chris MacDonald

With the departure of OrganiGram's (TSX:OGI)(NYSE:OGI) CEO, investors may wonder if they need to pay attention.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Could a Barrick-Newmont Merger Materialize?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) is a great long-term pick -- merger or no merger.

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Dividend Stocks

This Top 5G Play Still Looks Attractive Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian investors would be remiss to ignore the growth potential BCE (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) provides right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Renewables Plays to Consider Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Northland Power (TSX:NPI) and Brookfield Renewables (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) are two top renewables picks for long-term investors.

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Investing

Is Air Canada a Buy Post-Earnings?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's discuss whether Air Canada (TSX:AC) is a buy post-earnings, or whether investors would do better waiting on the sidelines…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks Under $50 to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks I'd recommend investors keep on their watch lists right now.

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Dividend Stocks

This Top Canadian Bank Is Trying to Get Tech Heavy

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) ought to be on investor watch lists right now.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX Tech Stocks to Buy This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and CGI (TSX:GIB.A)(NYSE:GIB) continue to be top picks of mine in the Canadian tech space.

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Cannabis Stocks

Philip Morris Could Pour Gasoline on the Red-Hot Cannabis Sector

| Chris MacDonald

The fact that Philip Morris (NYSE:PM) is wading into cannabis is a great thing for the entire cannabis sector right…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE’s Earnings Make This 5G Play Ultra-Attractive Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BCE (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) remains one of my top 5G telecom picks in Canada for long-term investors right now.

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Tech Stocks

Blow-Away Earnings Show Why Shopify Is Canada’s Growth King

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify remains a top pick of mine for long-term growth investors today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Income Picks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three companies are perfect options for income investors looking to build their long-term dividend portfolios today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Canadian Bank Stock to Load Up on Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) ought to be on every investor's watch list right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Magna’s Nice Run Is Far From Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors shouldn't sleep on Magna's (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) growth potential right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Canadian Energy Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) continues to be one of my top picks in the energy sector today.

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Energy Stocks

Why Canadian Natural Resources Is Soaring Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) is an intriguing long-term pick in the commodities space today.

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Investing

Why Bombardier Is an Intriguing Speculative Play at These Levels

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) remains an intriguing high-risk, high-reward play for long-term investors to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Investors Need to Look Past Earnings With Restaurant Brands

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) continues to be a top pick of mine right now.

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Investing

Move Aside, Meme Stocks: This Defensive Retail Stock Could Be Better

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think investors shouldn't sleep on Loblaw Companies (TSX:L) right now.

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Investing

Better Buy: Air Canada vs. American Airlines

| Chris MacDonald

Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) a better pick over American Airlines (NYSE:AAL) right now? Let's dive into this discussion a bit…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Consider Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top growth picks I'd invite investors to consider at these levels today.

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About Rising Interest Rates? This Stock Benefits From This Environment

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) has unique properties as both an undervalued pick and a hedge in this market today.

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Bank Stocks

2 Top TSX Bank Stocks to Add for Diversification

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) make my top picks list for Canadian banks.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Income Stocks to Buy for Dividend Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is a top income pick for investors to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

Restaurant Brands Remains a Buy Following Excellent Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) should be on the radar of every long-term investor right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Stocks: Outlook for 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) and Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) are two intriguing Canadian cannabis plays.

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Cannabis Stocks

1 Top Cannabis Stock I’d Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking to take advantage of U.S. legalization should consider Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA) today.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify’s Earnings Were Incredible: The Stock’s on Sale

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) remains a buy following stellar earnings of late.

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Investing

Look Out Below! Could Lumber Stocks Go “Timber” From Here?

| Chris MacDonald

Is West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFG) a company that's just in the right place at the right time -- or is…

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Stock Could Double From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the recent dip in BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock may be a great buying opportunity for long-term growth investors.

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Investing

If Virtual Health Care Is the Future, Then This TSX Stock Is a Screaming Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Dialogue Health (TSX:CARE) is an intriguing growth option for investors to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About a Market Correction? Buy These 3 Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the best defensive stock picks I'd recommend to investors seriously concerned about downside potential in the…

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Tech Stocks

Top TSX Pick for May 2021: Shopify Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I continue to believe Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) ought to remain on the radar of all growth investors today.

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Investing

Looking Forward to a Vacation? Air Canada Investors Are Betting on it

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) remains a top reopening pick for investors in this current environment.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Dogecoin: Shopify Stock Is Where it’s at

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think growth investors should stay focused on Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) right now.

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