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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

Dividend Stocks

Why Warren Buffett Could Back Up the Truck (Again) on Suncor Energy!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett has not been shy to go against the grain over the years. Here's why I think his Suncor…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

I think Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) could be among the best stocks on the TSX right now!

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Investing

Is What’s Driving Bitcoin’s Rise Any Different From the “WallStreetBets” Phenomenon?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think the price of Bitcoin could be a different (but similar) kind of market manipulation to the…

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Dividend Stocks

BUY ALERT: The Best Gold Stock in the World Is Trading at a 35% Discount!

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian gold miner could be the best value option on the TSX today!

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Stock Is on Sale: 15% Off! Why Getting in Now Might Not Be a Bad Idea

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) could be the highest-quality tech company we've ever seen in Canada. Here's why I think picking up these…

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Cannabis Stocks

Curaleaf and HEXO: The Only 2 Cannabis Stocks Every Investor Should Own

| Chris MacDonald

These two Canadian cannabis players are the only two I'd tap right now for a portfolio position for those inclined…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock Could Be on the Verge of a Parabolic Move Higher!

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is one that could be on the verge of a parabolic move due to these key…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Royal Bank Is a “Forever” Stock to Put in Your RRSP and Forget About for 30 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Royal Bank (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is a stock to get married to forever!

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Tech Stocks

What Is “Short-Selling?” And How Does a “Short Squeeze” Work? Here Are the Answers

| Chris MacDonald

Do you want to better understand short selling and how a short squeeze works? This article dives into what's driving…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Value Stocks That Are Dirt Cheap Today!

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks have everything investors want: growth, yield, and defensiveness!

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cybersecurity ETFs With Parabolic Growth Potential at Dirt-Cheap Prices Today!

| Chris MacDonald

Cybersecurity is a secular trend I think will provide parabolic long-term growth. Here are two ETFs I think provide great…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Curaleaf Stock’s Parabolic Move Is Only Just Getting Started!

| Chris MacDonald

Curaleaf stock has been soaring of late. I think this parabolic move is not only warranted but likely to continue!…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett: Hedging With Gold Right Now — Not a Bad Idea!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time and recently tapped Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) for a portfolio…

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Soar Above $30 This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is a stock with a lot of noise right now. Here's why I think investors could get…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today for Their +5% Yields!

| Chris MacDonald

Navigating the high-yield space is difficult at any point in time. With bond yields so low right now, I think…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $1,000/Month in Income? Here’s How With These 3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks!

| Chris MacDonald

These top three stocks provide some of the best monthly income on the TSX! Here's a roadmap for how investors…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Has Tripled This Month: Why It Could Go to $50 This Year!

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's parabolic run may have some investors thinking about taking profits. Here's why I think investors should hold on right…

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Investing

Why Cineplex Stock Could Go Parabolic as the Next TSX “Wallstreetbets” Target, Like BlackBerry

| Chris MacDonald

This "wallstreetbets" group is much more powerful than many initially thought. Check out the share price of BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) or…

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Cannabis Stocks

Can Canopy Growth Stock Continue its Parabolic Move?

| Chris MacDonald

Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) has gone parabolic of late! Here's what's supporting this parabolic rise, and why this parabolic move could…

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Investing

Canada’s 1st Retail Bitcoin ETF Is Set to Launch! Time to Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin is soaring! Should investors buy ETFs aimed at retail investors?

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Dividend Stocks

Beginner Investors: Don’t Know Where to Start? Buy These Top 2 TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These top TSX stocks are the best starting points I think any beginner investor could work with for those looking…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Enbridge Stock Is Poised for a Parabolic Move!

| Chris MacDonald

Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is not a stock many investors would look at for parabolic growth. Here's why I think a move…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Warren Buffett Could Take Barrick Gold Stock on a Parabolic Ride

| Chris MacDonald

I think Warren Buffett's recent addition of Barrick Gold wasn't just a foray into this stock. I think he's looking…

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Dividend Stocks

VALUE ALERT: Why Restaurant Brands Stock Is Severely Undervalued Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is a great company and has been undervalued for some time. Here's why long-term growth investors should…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest Like Warren Buffett With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

I think even Warren Buffett would agree this top TSX stock is too cheap to ignore right now!

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now!

| Chris MacDonald

There's no time like the present to adjust one's portfolio and add some high-quality companies! These are three of my…

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Dividend Stocks

Shopify Stock Is Great, But This TSX Stock Is My Top E-Commerce Pick Right Now!

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is the stock that's all the rage these days. However, I think investors should focus on sneaky e-commerce…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks for ESG Investors Seeking Renewables Exposure

| Chris MacDonald

The ESG and renewables secular trend is alive and stronger than ever. Here are three top TSX picks taking advantage…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Before February!

| Chris MacDonald

I think these three top TSX stocks have the potential to outperform in February and beyond. Investors who don't buy…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock Could Go Parabolic: Why Warren Buffett Could Be Completely Wrong About Airlines

| Chris MacDonald

I think Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock could go parabolic, and Warren Buffett might be completely wrong about airlines right now!

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Tech Stocks

Is This TSX Stock the Next Netflix or the Next Corus Entertainment?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think WildBrain (TSX:WILD) is not even remotely similar to Netflix, and investors should think about this stock…

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Investing

Cineplex Stock: A Warren Buffett “Cigarette Butt” Pick or Value Trap?

| Chris MacDonald

Is Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock a top value pick that could rebound nicely, or a value trap? Read more and find…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock: Growth Potential Like Few Other TSX Stocks Today

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock seems to have stalled since the beginning of the year - here's why I think another parabolic…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Don’t Buy Gold. Buy This Top TSX Gold Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett has recently added a position in this Canadian gold miner. I think a tremendous amount of value and…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Tesla! Magna Stock Is the Way to Play the EV Space

| Chris MacDonald

Tesla's (NASDAQ:TSLA) growth potential is well known. Magna's (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is considered less often, despite its top-notch upside.

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Investing

Want Bitcoin at a 25% Discount? Buy This TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies are assets that have been on an absolute tear of late. Should investors buy the dip with…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today If You Have $500

| Chris MacDonald

These 3 Top TSX Stocks are favorites of mine for those looking for growth at reasonable prices. I think each…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry’s Parabolic Potential Makes it a Top TFSA Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

I think BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is a stock with an incredible amount of parabolic growth potential right now! Read more to…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy the Dip Before This Top TSX Stock Goes Parabolic!

| Chris MacDonald

I think this Canadian growth stock has a ton of potential to go parabolic here soon. This stock has also…

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Tech Stocks

Elon Musk Has Nothing on This Canadian EV Stock That Has Outperformed Tesla Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has actually underperformed this lesser-known Canadian EV stock!

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