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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

3 Reasons Air Canada Stock Could Stall in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada has been a great turnaround play, but I think this turnaround could be at risk of stalling in…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian RRSP Stock Warren Buffett Would Favour

| Chris MacDonald

Looking to build your portfolio like Warren Buffett? In that case, this Canadian stock ought to top your watch list.

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Energy Stocks

The Upcoming Market Crash Is No Match for This Canadian Defensive Gem!

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian defensive gem has a dividend near 8% and impressive upside in a bear market environment!

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Energy Stocks

Get on the ESG Clean Energy Bandwagon With This Canadian Gem!

| Chris MacDonald

Renewable power is all the rage in this ESG-focused world. This Canadian stock is the perfect stock to own for…

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Investing

Invest Like Warren Buffett With This Canadian Railroad Growth Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett knows what he's doing. Buy this Warren Buffett-like Canadian stock now to add some defensiveness to your portfolio!

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Investing

Insider Pick: Massive Upside on the Horizon!

| Chris MacDonald

This company's CEO and a private equity group own almost half of the stock of this Canadian growth gem!

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Soar in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has a number of catalysts lining up to take this stock much higher in 2021!

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Dividend Stocks

Beat a 2021 Market Crash with Cheap Growth and Defensiveness: Buy this 1 Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

This stock is probably the best option for investors worried about a market crash right now. Defensiveness, growth, and a…

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Investing

As Predicted, Bitcoin Just Hit the $50,000 Mark! Here’s What’s Next

| Chris MacDonald

Cryptocurrencies, and Bitcoin in particular, are on a tear! Here's what's next for this asset class.

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Want a +15% Annual Return for the Next 25 Years?

| Chris MacDonald

This stock has everything long-term investors want -- high levels of capital appreciation growth combined with high levels of dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP TIP: Follow Warren Buffett’s Advice and Load Up on This Canadian Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett has added a Canadian stock to his portfolio recently. Read more about why this is one of the…

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Stock Immune to Pandemic Impacts?

| Chris MacDonald

The coronavirus vaccines that are being released right now could bring us back to "normal." What does this mean for…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

TFSA Investors: Put Your $6K Into This Mining Stock With 45% Upside

| Chris MacDonald

The TFSA is for growth. This stock is one of the best growth plays in the metals and mining space…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: This Stock Should Be a Cornerstone Holding

| Chris MacDonald

This stock makes for one of the best core RRSP holdings for any Canadian investor with a long-term investment time…

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: This Canadian Stock Was a 32-Bagger Over the Past 10 Years!

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian growth stock has generated out of this world returns over this past decade, and all indications are this…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Cannabis Stocks Could Go Parabolic in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

The U.S. election and, in particular, the Democratic Senate majority win on Wednesday, is paving the way for a wave…

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Dividend Stocks

VALUE ALERT: This Acquisition Signals More Value-Related Acquisitions on the Horizon

| Chris MacDonald

This acquisition was well-timed and has been well-liked by the market thus far. Here's more on the Brookfield consolidation deal…

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Dividend Stocks

Value Investors: Why I Think Shaw Is Likely to Be Acquired in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Too much value in a given stock can mean an acquisition is on the horizon. I think the stars are…

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Dividend Stocks

What to Make of This 5G Stock Today?

| Chris MacDonald

This 5G stock is a great one to consider, but does have some downsides as well. Investors should do their…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

This Canadian Stock Is the Best Way to Play Gold Right Now (Hint: Indirectly)

| Chris MacDonald

Gold is a difficult asset class to trade. This stock takes a lot of the guesswork out of investing in…

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Dividend Stocks

The Top Warren Buffett-Approved Canadian Stock for 2021!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett has put his money where his mouth is with this Canadian stock - and it's not Barrick Gold…

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Energy Stocks

Democrats Have House and Senate: 2 Stocks to Defend Against a Market Crash

| Chris MacDonald

If you're worried about the "blue wave" crashing down on your portfolio, check out these two defensive gems!

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Stock Has an Annual Growth Rate of 39% Over 10 Years, and it’s Not Shopify!

| Chris MacDonald

Looking for the best growth stocks on the TSX? This growth stock is undercovered, in my opinion, and provides Canadian…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividends, Growth, and Value: Get All 3 With This “Forever” Stock

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian "forever stock" tops my list for those looking for value, income, and growth!

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Investors: Put This Stock in Your Pipe and Smoke it

| Chris MacDonald

This cannabis stock is the best option for long-term investors to consider right now!

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Investing

Value Investors: Don’t Try to Catch This Falling Knife!

| Chris MacDonald

This value trap represents a dangerous contrarian play right now. I would suggest investors avoid playing this dangerous turnaround stock.…

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Dividend Stocks

Scotiabank vs. Laurentian Bank: Which Bank Will Outperform in 2021?

| Chris MacDonald

Comparative analysis is important when considering stock such as Canadian banks. Here's a comparison between Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) and Bank…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $112 in Monthly Income? This Stock Is a Long-Term Dividend Beast

| Chris MacDonald

This stock is among the best long-term monthly dividend stocks on the TSX today! Now is the time to load…

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Bank Stocks

Time for RRSP Contributions: This 1 Stock Is Among the Best Long-Term Picks on the TSX Today!

| Chris MacDonald

This company is one of the best RRSP options for Canadian investors right now. For those wondering where to invest…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett’s Next Canadian Pick Could Be This Canadian Renewables Gem!

| Chris MacDonald

Looking to be first in line to pick up a Warren Buffett portfolio addition? I think this Canadian stock could…

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Dividend Stocks

VALUE ALERT: January’s Top Value Pick You Can’t Ignore

| Chris MacDonald

This is my top pick for January, hands-down. Value investors, income investors, and growth investors alike ought to consider this…

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Investing

3 Reasons to Back Up the Truck on 1 Canadian Growth Gem Before it Goes Parabolic!

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian growth gem has all the makings of a stock ready to go parabolic in 2021!

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Metals and Mining Stocks

4 Ways Warren Buffett Is Preparing for a Market Crash in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

If you're among the smartest investors out there who believe a market crash is on the horizon, do as Warren…

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Cannabis Stocks

Biden’s Win Is Huge for These 2 Cannabis Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These 2 cannabis stocks could skyrocket if Biden does what many are hoping he'll do.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Invest Like Warren Buffet and Load Your RRSP Up with This ETF

| Chris MacDonald

Hedge your portfolio like Warren Buffett using this ETF. This fund is for investors worried about a market crash, or…

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Dividend Stocks

Combat a 2021 Market Crash with This Incredibly Cheap Dividend Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

For those looking to beat the market next year, loading up on value picks like this one could be the…

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Bank Stocks

3 Reasons Investors Should Put This Year’s $6,000 TFSA Contribution in This 1 Stock

| Chris MacDonald

This stock has everything a TFSA investor wants. Putting $6,000 to work in this one stock is a great way…

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Investing

This Boring, Safe Stock Just Doubled in a Few Months!

| Chris MacDonald

This value pick is a great core portfolio holding for conservative long-term investors!

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Dividend Stocks

Hungry for Dividends? This Stock Has the Best Dividend on the TSX

| Chris MacDonald

This stock has one of the longest running, and best, dividends in Canada. Every income investor should take notice!

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Tech Stocks

The Only Tech Stock I’d Buy With My $6K TFSA Contribution This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Tech is hot, but this stock hasn't seen the valuation bump it's peers have. Here's why things could change in…

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