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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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Cannabis Stocks

These Threats Facing Canopy Growth Stock Could Justify Selling it

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) is a top stock investors should buy right now after its recent dip…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Agnico Eagle Mines and Wheaton Precious Metals Both Soar More Than 15% Over the Past Two Months

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the impressive recent moves made by two top Canadian gold miners, and whether this rally in precious…

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Investing

Canopy Growth Stock Is Down 69% Over the Past Year: Can It Ever Recover?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into what key factors drove Canopy Growth's (TSX:WEED) recent decline, and whether a recovery is in order.

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Down 10% Is My Contrarian Buy of the Year

| Chris MacDonald

This stock, down roughly 10% over the past year, is my contrarian buy for 2025.

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Investing

Pulse Seismic Rose 26% Last Month: Is the Little-Known Energy Stock a Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Pulse Seismic (TSX:PSD) is worth buying right now, or if investors should wait patiently on the…

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Investing

Don’t Sleep on These 3 Small-Cap Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the best small-cap stocks Canada has to offer for investors looking to capitalize on what could…

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Investing

These Are 5 of Buzziest Stocks on Reddit: Here’s the Best and Worst of the Bunch

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into some of the buzziest growth stocks on Reddit that long-term investors may be intrigued by and see…

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Investing

Why Pulse Seismic Stock Was Scorching Hot Last Month

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into Pulse Seismic's (TSX:PSD) recent surge, and whether this rally is one investors should consider legging into or…

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Investing

Down 14% Over the Past Six Months, Should You Buy the Dip on Molson Coors?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Molson Coors (NYSE:TAP) is one top beer stock investors should consider on its recent dip, or…

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Investing

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks on My Radar to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian dividend stocks every long-term investor should have on their watch list right now, particularly if…

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Investing

After Its Recent Rally, Should Investors Sell Colliers Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

While tariff news may have sunk this sector of late, long-term investors could consider holding this reasonably valued stock

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Energy Stocks

This Under-the-Radar Energy Stock Climbed 10% Last Month: Is it a Buy Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) and its recent rally may make sense for investors to buy into right…

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Retirement

Baby Boomers: A Few Things to Know About Retiring in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Readying for retirement? Canadian personal finance experts advise preparing for these three top retirement income concerns.

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Dividend Stocks

6% Dividend Yield! This Cash Cow Never Stops Producing

| Chris MacDonald

top dividend stocks I continue to come back to for investors seeking not only a meaningful up-front yield, but also…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Endeavour Mining a Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Endeavour Mining (TSX:EDV) is a stock long-term investors should consider buying now, or waiting patiently on…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should You Sell Kinross Gold After the 62% Share Price Increase in 2025?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why gold miner Kinross Gold (TSX:K) still looks like a decent buying opportunity, even after the stock's…

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Investing

Prediction: Small-Cap Stocks Will Outperform Large Caps Over the Next 3 Years: Here’s Why

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my underlying thesis as to why I think small cap stocks have the ability to outperform their mega cap…

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Oil Stock Down 40% That’s My Energy Play of the Decade

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into a more speculative energy stock and why Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) looks like it could be positioned as…

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Dividend Stocks

6% Yield! This Dividend Stock Is Safer Than Government Bonds

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and its nearly 6% dividend yield appear to be attractive options for investors to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks That Pay Dividends Like Clockwork

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) are two top TSX dividend stocks investors should consider.

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Tech Stocks

Want to Beat the Market? 3 Magnificent Canadian Stocks That Could Help You Get There

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three magnificent Canadian growth stocks long-term investors may want to consider in these increasingly uncertain times.

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Tech Stocks

What Are the Top Canadian AI Stocks to Watch?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Kinaxis (TSX:KXS) and Docebo (TSX:DCBO) are two top Canadian AI stocks long-term investors should consider right…

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Metals
Metals and Mining Stocks

Talon Metals: Buy, Sell, or Hold in August 2025?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Talon Metals (TSX:TLO) is a top Canadian mining stock investors should consider at this point in…

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Investing

3 No-Brainer Canadian Stocks to Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top stocks long-term investors should consider for solid total returns over the long run.

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Tech Stocks

3 Canadian Tech Stocks to Buy Now for High Growth Potential

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top tech stocks I think could be growth gems for long-term investors with the willingness and ability…

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Investing

What Are Some Good Stocks for Baby Boomers to Buy for Passive Income?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) are two top dividend stocks long-term investors would do well to consider…

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Investing

3 Government Benefit Rules Every Canadian Should Know by Heart

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into three rules every investor needs to know about to ensure that government benefits are maximized.

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Investing

3 Warning Signs the CRA Is About to Audit Your Pension Income

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the key reasons why the CRA may opt to take a harder look at your tax return,…

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Tech Stocks

3 Smart Stocks for a Beginner Who Wants to Make Millions to Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks long-term investors would do well to consider in this current market environment.

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Tech Stocks

This Machine Learning Stock Is My Secret Weapon for Wealth Building

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Kinaxis (TSX:KXS) looks like a top-tier AI and machine-learning stock investors should consider today.

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Tech Stocks

Buy These 2 Canadian Growth Stocks Before They Surge

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two top Canadian growth stocks investors would be remiss…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Fortis Is My No. 1 Stock to Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why long-term investors should certainly consider Fortis (TSX:FTS) right now, despite its recent run-up in valuation.

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Investing

Therma Bright: Buy, Sell, or Hold in July 2025?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Therma Bright (TSXV:THRM) is a stock investors should consider buying, holding, or selling in this current…

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Investing

Is Growth Investing Still a Thing in 2025? 3 Considerations for Canadian Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into what investors may want to consider when they think about which investing strategies make the most sense…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy Before it’s Too Late

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM) are two Canadian blue-chip stocks investors should consider right…

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Investing

Tamarack Valley Energy: Buy, Sell, or Hold in July 2025?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Tamarack Valley Energy (TSX:TVE) is a top Canadian stock investors should buy, sell, or hold in…

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Investing

3 Canadian Value Stocks That Are Simply Too Cheap to Ignore Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's look at three value stocks long-term investors may want to consider right now before they shoot higher in the…

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Investing

If This TSX Rally Continues, These Are the 2 Stocks You’ll Kick Yourself for Not Buying

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top TSX stocks long-term investors shouldn't sleep on during this most recent rally.

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Investing

2 TSX Growth Stocks to Buy Now (and 1 to Steer Clear of)

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into two growth stock buys and one potential sell for long-term investors looking to benefit from secular trends…

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Retirement

How Much Investment Income Affects Your Government Benefits

| Chris MacDonald

Here are a couple key tips for those nearing or entering retirement to consider as ways to minimize one's tax…

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