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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher is a CFA Charterholder and a former financial advisor at RBC.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks I’d Use to Build a Smart TFSA Portfolio in 2026

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three stocks that offer a blend of safety, growth and yield are a smart way to build a TFSA portfolio…

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Stock Ready to Rise in 2026

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A hybrid utility stock and energy exporter stands ready to rise further in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock With a Steady 4.7% Yield

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A top Canadian REIT with a proven dividend track record and steady yield is an ideal holding in a TFSA.

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Energy Stocks

A Canadian Energy Stock Ready to Bring in the Heat in 2026

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Cenovus Energy is a strong buy in 2026 for its massive free cash flow and refining power.

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Investing

The Best Canadian Stocks to Own During a Trade War

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three Canadian stocks are the top buys for investors seeking built-in defences during a trade war.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $1 Million

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two stocks and an income-and-growth strategy could turn $100,000 into a seven-figure fortune over time.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold for 10 Years

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A monthly dividend stock with assured demand and business growth fits a 10-year investment horizon.

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Energy Stocks

The #1 Stock I’d Keep Forever Inside a TFSA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A renewable energy powerhouse with visible business growth potential is an ideal lifelong investment for a TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks Primed to Surge in 2026

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two Canadian stocks with powerful fundamental catalysts are poised to deliver exceptional gains in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

The Top 3 Canadian ETFs I’m Considering for 2026

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The top three Canadian ETFs are reliable passive monthly income providers to investors seeking instant diversification.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Built for Higher-for-Longer Interest Rates

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX stocks are strong buys if a higher-for-longer interest rate environment is forthcoming.

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Dividend Stocks

A 6.4% Dividend Stock Paying Out Monthly

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A high-yield stock operating within a specialized niche in the real estate sector pays monthly dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can form a lasting, self-sustaining income engine with the best dividend stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP at Age 45

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The average TFSA and RRSP at age 45 is far from ideal but Canadians in their mid-life have ample time…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Built to Earn, Pay, and Endure

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX stocks are compelling options for risk-averse investors prioritizing dividend safety and reliability over high yields.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Growth Stocks Set to Skyrocket in 2026 and Beyond

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two growth stocks, both TSX30 winners last year, are well-positioned to soar higher in 2026 and beyond.

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Dividend Stocks

Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Value investors can realize enormous gains in the near term by buying quality but undervalued Canadian stocks now.

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Tech Stocks

1 Canadian Stock Down 32% to Buy Immediately for Life

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s tech darling is a compelling buying opportunity today before its next phase of explosive growth.

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in May

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two top TSX dividend stocks are safe investment options for income-focused investors this month.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Dividend Stocks I’d Hold for the Next Decade

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX dividend stocks stand out as buy-and-hold candidates for income-focused investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Earn $500 a Month With No Tax

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Earning $500 a month tax-free through the TFSA is a realistic goal for many Canadians.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 1 Top Canadian Stock Worth Buying With $7,000

| Christopher Liew, CFA

An outperforming, defensive dividend stock is worth buying with $7,000 for a TFSA portfolio.

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Bank Stocks

My #1 Forever TFSA Stock and Why I’ll Never Let it Go

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX’s dividend pioneer is one of the few high-quality stocks you can hold forever in a TFSA.

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Bank Stocks

The Average TFSA Balance for Canadians at 50

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The actual TFSA balance for Canadians at 50 is surprisingly low, but there are ways to fill the gap and…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best $10,000 TFSA Approach for Canadian Investors

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors with $10,000 TFSA money can achieve diversification and create a self-sustaining cash-flow engine for decades to come.

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Investing

3 Canadian Growth Stocks Worth Adding to a TFSA This Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three Canadian growth stocks are valuable additions to the TFSA for investors prioritizing capital gains over dividend income in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Habits That TFSA Millionaires Have in Common

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians who became TFSA millionaires have five common habits that helped them achieve financial success.

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Dividend Stocks

A Simple Way to Turn $25,000 in TFSA Savings Into Consistent Cash Flow

| Christopher Liew, CFA

$25,000 in capital can easily turn into a self-sustaining cash flow machine using the TFSA.

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Tech Stocks

The Best Places to Put Your TFSA Contribution if You’re Focused on Growth

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX stocks from different sectors are standout choices for growth-focused TFSA investors.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

A Perfect TFSA Pair for 2026: 2 Stocks I’d Buy Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two resilient TSX stocks in the current market environment are the perfect pair to buy for your TFSA portfolio in…

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield TSX Stocks Worth Buying if You Have $2,000 to Put to Work

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Consider buying two high-yield TSX stocks to generate consistent income even if you have only $2,000 to spare.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make $250 Per Month Tax-Free From Your TFSA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA holders with immediate financial needs can invest in stocks to generate tax-free monthly income streams.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

How I’d Put $10,000 to Work in a TFSA Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

I’d use a dual strategy of income and growth if I had $10,000 to put to work in a TFSA…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can double up their positions in three top stocks that continue to outperform amid heightened volatility.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks Worth a Serious Look for Long-Term Canadian Investors

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Long-term Canadian investors can anchor their portfolio on three stocks that can preserve capital and help build serious wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

A Simple Way for Canadians to Earn $500 a Month Tax-Free From a TFSA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can earn $500 a month tax-free from a TFSA using a methodical approach and multi-stock portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best TSX Stocks to Buy Before They Recover

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two underperforming but high-quality stocks are poised for a strong recovery once the market stabilizes.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Utility Stocks That Could Be Headed for a Strong 2026

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two Canadian utility stocks are likely to sustain their upward momentum and finish strong in 2026.

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Energy Stocks

How to Earn $500 a Month From Freehold Royalties Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Earning $500 each month from a dividend stock without massive upfront capital is achievable through dividend reinvestment.

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Top TSX Stocks

2 Great Canadian Stocks to Buy Immediately With $2,000

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two outperforming Canadian stocks are strong buy-now candidates if you have $2,000 to deploy.

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