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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

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Investing

Growth, Yield, Value: These Stocks Have All 3

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three top Canadian total return stocks with the kind of growth, value and dividend metrics long-term investors…

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Investing

Get Ready: The Rest of the World Could Be Coming for Canadian Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Canadian stocks may quickly become the go-to investments for many global investors over the coming years.

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks You Can Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

After reviewing hundreds of stocks and diving into the best (and worst) companies in many sectors, I find these to…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Overlooked TSX Dividend Stock to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Chris MacDonald

Could acquisitive Couche-tard shift to a dividend-first strategy and return excess funds to shareholders?

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Tech Stock Could Quietly Become a Global Leader

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Shopify (TSX:SHOP), Canada's largest company, could actually be a quiet winner from a global perspective right…

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Investing

3 Stocks Set to Beat the TSX This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the top TSX growth stocks this year and why their recent momentum could certainly continue…

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Investing

The Only 2 Canadian Stocks I’d Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of the truly best-quality Canadian companies out there, and why investors would do well to consider…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Best Silver Mining Stocks to Buy in November

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two of Canada's top silver miners, and why these stocks are worth considering for those with long-term…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Slam-Dunk Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Lets's dive into why Fortis (TSX:FTS), Suncor (TSX:SU), and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) are top dividend stocks to buy now.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks That Could 10x Your $5,000

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two smaller high growth names to put your money to work.

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Utilities Giant Could Be the Ultimate Defensive Play

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) continues to be one of the top defensive (and offensive) picks on my list right now…

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Energy Stocks

Is Enbridge’s Ultra-High Dividend Yield Worth the Risk?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into Enbridge's (TSX:ENB) rather high dividend yield, and whether this is a top dividend stock worth buying at…

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Tech Stocks

The Only 2 Canadian Growth Stocks I’d Ever Put in a TFSA

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) remain two top Canadian growth stocks long-term investors should consider.

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Investing

The REIT That Could Turn $10,000 Into Lifetime Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) remains a top pick of mine for long-term investors looking for passive income in…

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Investing

Analysts Have Rated These Canadian Stocks a “Strong Buy”: Here’s What I Think

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks that are worth considering for investors looking for dominant players in the Canadian…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

This Stock Could Quietly Make Ordinary Investors Wealthy Beyond Their Wildest Dreams

| Chris MacDonald

There are few companies with the exponential growth potential of The Metals Company (NASDAQ:TMC) – here's why.

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Investing

How I’d Structure My TFSA With $14,000 for Consistent Monthly Income

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and other options could be excellent choices for investors looking to build passive income…

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Tech Stocks

Yes, There Are AI Stocks in Canada: Here’s How They Stack Up

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my ranking of Canada's top AI stocks.

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Investing

3 No-Brainer Blue Chip Stocks to Buy With $2,000 Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three of the top Canadian stocks investors may want to consider putting their next stack of cash…

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Investing

TFSA Million Dollar Blueprint: The Only Canadian Stock You’ll Need

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Shopify is likely poised for even higher highs over the long term.

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Investing

Want to Beat the TSX? Try These On Sale Value Stocks Today

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Suncor (TSX:SU) and Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) are two top undervalued stocks investors should consider right now.

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Investing

The TSX Is Around Its All-Time High: Is It Too Late to Invest in the Index?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether the TSX is worth buying near all-time highs, or if investors should look elsewhere for growth…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Forget Enbridge Stock and Buy This Magnificent Dividend Stock Instead?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Fortis (TSX:FTS) may be a better long-term dividend pick than Enbridge (TSX:ENB), despite its higher yield.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Is Excellent, But I Prefer This Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Let's compare Shopify (TSX:SHOP) to another Canadian tech darling and make the case why this particular company may be a…

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Investing

Molson Coors Shares Tumbled 8% in September: Time to Buy a Round?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether now is the time for investors to consider Molson Coors (NYSE:TAP) stock or leave well enough…

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Investing

A Decade From Now, You’ll Probably Wish You’d Bought These Overlooked Growth Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two overlooked Canadian growth stocks I think long-term investors would be well-served considering at their current levels.

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Investing

This Canadian Growth Stock Could Turn a Small Investment Into a Fortune

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into one Canadian small-cap company with big upside, and why this given company could produce massive returns over…

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Investing

The Best Canadian Stock U.S. Investors Are Missing

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into one Canadian stock global investors should perhaps pay more attention to, at least in my view.

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Investing

2 Stocks for Crypto-Curious Investors (No Tokens Necessary)

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top crypto companies investors who are looking for exposure to this sector, but don't necessarily want to…

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks That Dominate Their Industries

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian stocks that absolutely dominate their industries and I think investors need to take a look…

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Investing

Will the TSX End 2025 at an All-Time High? Here Are 3 Signals to Watch

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the most important factors I'm looking at right now when assessing whether a new all-time high…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Canadian Mining Stocks to Buy as Gold Surges

| Chris MacDonald

Gold bugs looking to gain exposure to precious metals through miners ought to consider these three top Canadian names right…

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Investing

Grab These Undervalued Stocks Now While They’re Still This Affordable

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three Canadian undervalued stocks shouldn't be overlooked by the average investor in this current climate.

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Investing

My Top 3 REITs for Easy Real Estate Investing in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top real estate investment trust ideas for long-term investors seeking yield right now.

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 Canadian Dividend Stocks Are Screaming Buys, and I’m Taking the Bait

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Fortis, Suncor, and Agnico Eagle are top dividend stocks long-term investors would be remiss to ignore…

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Investing

The Trump Tariffs Haven’t Hurt the Canadian Economy Much: Here’s Why

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a few reasons why the Canadian stock market has been so resilient of late, and why investors ought…

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Investing

3 Canadian AI Gems to Buy Now (Before It’s Too Late)

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three top AI growth stocks Canada has to offer in this space that many investors may be…

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Investing

Kits Eyecare Stock: Up 90% This Year Alone, Could it Still Make You Rich?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the astronomical growth behind Kits Eyecare (TSX:KITS) and whether this trend can continue from here.

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Cannabis Stocks

Have Cannabis Stocks Totally Gone Up in Smoke?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Canadian cannabis stocks are still investable, and what investors should make of the recent volatility in…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy in September

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three top Canadian dividend stocks, and why these particular picks look like solid buying opportunities at this…

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