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Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher became a CFA Charterholder in 2016. He has worked at some of the largest companies in Canada, working as an Energy Trader at Enmax, a Financial Advisor at RBC, and was a Wholesaler for CI Investments and Sentry Investments. He is a staff writer at Motley Fool with hundreds of articles contributed.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Worried About a Recession? 3 Safer Stocks to Buy

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Risk-averse Canadian retirees can move to three safer stocks to calm their fears about a looming recession.

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Caution, careful
Dividend Stocks

2 Volatile Stocks to Treat With Caution

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX is in the homestretch, and investors are advised to be cautious with two volatile stocks or else end…

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Dividend Stocks

Soak Up Growing Dividends for More Income Streams in 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can counter the risks or cope with rising inflation by building a stock portfolio with growing dividends.

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Value for money
Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks That Are Grossly Undervalued

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two undervalued stocks are hidden gems for investors looking for excellent recovery plays as 2021 winds down.

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Dividend Stocks

$15 a Day in Passive Income: 1 Stock That Can Get You There

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A top-tier dividend stock in the energy sector is the hands-down choice if you’re looking to create $15 per day…

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Dividend Stocks

Cornerstones in a Stock Portfolio: 2 Industry Leaders

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A stock portfolio with industry leaders as its cornerstones can withstand the inherent market risks and overcome economic downturns.

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Dividend Stocks

Couples in Your 40s: Retire Early With These 3 Simple Steps

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If couples in their 40s can agree on retirement goals, plan together, and follow three simple steps, the chances of…

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TELECOM TOWERS
Dividend Stocks

Chaos in the Boardroom: Avoid These 2 Telco Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors might have to steer clear of two telco stocks because of a nasty development that has reached the Supreme…

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Energy Stocks

Will Warren Buffett Pick up Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) in Q4 2021?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

History might repeat itself if the GOAT of investing, Warren Buffett, takes a new position in his former value stock…

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Dividend Stocks

2 REITs That Provide a 0.5325% Monthly Income

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX REITs are as reliable as blue-chip companies and can deliver monthly income streams from their generous dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Miss the Bus: 3 Great Buys for Year-End 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three growth stocks that made the TSX30 list three years in a row are the top choices if you want…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Pressure Mounts: Higher Borrowing Costs in Mid-2022?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

With inflation fast rising, the Bank of Canada might start raising borrowing costs even before mid-2022.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Beasts With Huge 7% Yields

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Yield-hungry investors can’t pass on two dividend beasts with steady performances in 2021, despite their weaker businesses due to the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Absurdly Cheap Stocks to Buy Under $10

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two top performers and a high-yield dividend stock are TSX’s cheap but excellent buys in November 2021.

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Investing

$1,000 Invested in Air Canada (TSX:AC) 1 Year Ago Is Worth This Much Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors who bought $1,000 worth of shares of TSX’s top airline stock one year ago have a 47% windfall today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks That Could Recession-Proof Your Money

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three iconic Canadian brands are the top choices if you want to recession-proof your money and make your portfolio stronger.

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Cannabis Stocks

2 Growth Stocks With High Return Potential

| Christopher Liew, CFA

One healthcare stock and a small-cap weed stock are attractive to growth investors because of their high return potentials.

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Tech Stocks

Will Meme Investors Swoop in on Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD) Next?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A well-orchestrated effort by meme investors might be forthcoming due to a short-seller pressure on a popular e-commerce platform.

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Tech Stocks

Buy or Sell? 2 Crypto Stocks With 1,000% Return in 1 Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin is falling again and it could impact two crypto stocks that have delivered enormous gains in the last 12…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safe Stocks to Buy if You’re Scared of a Market Pullback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX is standing on shaky ground in November 2021, but investors fearing a downturn can look to two resilient…

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Energy Stocks

3 Stocks That Could Double in November 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investments in three top performers could double in November 2021 if the TSX regains momentum and rallies again.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Until Retirement

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians saving for future financial security can buy two top TSX dividend stocks today and hold them until retirement.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Explosive Stocks to Accelerate Your Gains

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TSX’s red-hot energy sector produced two explosive stocks in 2021 that could accelerate gains of would-be investors.

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Dividend Stocks

My 3 Favourite Stocks Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three stocks are in my buy list in Q4 2021 for income stability and high-growth potentials in 2022.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Huge RRSP Mistakes to Avoid When You Invest

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Make your RRSP contributions in investments instead of cash but avoid the common mistakes of users when investments or holdings…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Health-Related Stocks to Own in Q4 2021 and Beyond

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two top health-related stocks are buying opportunities in Q4 2021 because of their long growth runways.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Real Estate Stocks to Buy Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Buy the top two real estate stocks today instead of purchasing physical properties while the housing market is on a…

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Bank Stocks

1 TSX Stock That Could Be the Opportunity of a Lifetime

| Christopher Liew, CFA

One TSX stock with an extended competitive advantage and outstanding dividend history could be an investor’s opportunity of a lifetime.

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Dividend Stocks

Pandemic Relief 2022: Earn Monthly Dividends From 2 High-Yield Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can produce their own, and more permanent pandemic relief every month through two high-yield TSX stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dark Horse Stocks That Could Surprise You

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two dark horse stocks could outperform and deliver superior returns than the popular or usual investment choices.

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Bank Stocks

Bank Stocks: 25% Dividend Hike in 2022?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Big banks could raise their dividends by as much as 25% when the OSFI lifts its restrictions on payout increases.

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Dividend Stocks

Trick or Treat? 2 TSX Stocks Could Be Dividend Traps

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors wonder whether two prominent TSX stocks that cut dividends at the height of the pandemic are dividend traps in…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Massive TFSA Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors should be mindful of the tax consequences when buying foreign stocks and conducting a business in their accounts.

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Energy Stocks

2 Energy Stocks to Own if Rising Oil Prices Hammer the TSX

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Oil prices are soaring this month, which some analysts say is due to coal and gas shortages. While energy companies…

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Where to Invest?
Dividend Stocks

3 Best Stock Investments in Canada Today

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors’ confidence in the stock market keeps rising as the record run continues. TSX’s win streak is now 13 consecutive…

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Investing

2 Canadian Sleeper Stocks That Could Make You Rich

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two sleepers on the TSX have become the top high-growth stock picks in Q4 2021 for Canadian investors looking for…

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Investing

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Why Hasn’t it Done Anything Yet?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors in TSX’s top airline stock must be extra patient, because the rebound won’t come anytime soon.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 2 Useful Tax Breaks for 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The next tax season is months away but it would help if Canadian taxpayers can find out the useful tax…

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Dividend Stocks

No Savings? Try These 3 Steps to Grow Your Nest Egg

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians nearing retirement but have little to no savings can still catch up and grow their nest eggs by following…

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Dividend Stocks

UBS Report: Canada Has the 2nd-Biggest Property Bubble in the World

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s housing market is red hot. A UBS report reveals that Toronto and Vancouver are two of the top major…

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