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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

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

Recent Articles

Dividend Stocks

Retirement Saving Strategy: Should it Change in 2022?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians saving for the future or building retirement wealth should stay the course and not change their long-term investing strategy…

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Before 2022 Is Over

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Dividends won’t increase with inflation, but would-be investors in the three best dividend stocks can expect growing income streams.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Under-the-Radar Mining Stocks to Buy Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two under-the-radar stocks from the mining sector could deliver superior returns in 2022 and beyond, despite the choppy market conditions…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Choices to Earn Triple or Growing Dividends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can preserve their purchasing powers by picking from three stocks than can deliver growing dividends.

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Bank Stocks

Still the Heavyweights in 2022: Big 5 Bank Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Risk-averse investors are safe owning the Big Five bank stocks in 2022, because they are durable investments, regardless of the…

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Investing

2 TSX Commodity ETFs to Own as Inflation Rises

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two commodity ETFs can provide inflation protection to investors looking for havens and the best asset class in the present…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 40 Years

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three high-yield dividend stocks are the best options for investors, especially newbies, who are in the market for the long…

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Bank Stocks

1 Big Bank Stock That Is Making Waves

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A big bank stock that is making waves, despite the massive headwinds, is a no-brainer choice for risk-averse and long-term…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Newcrest Mining (TSX:NCM) Earnings Report: Below Expectations

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite the weak financial results in the first half of fiscal 2022, one mining stock is an exciting pick because…

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Tech Stocks

1 Fallen Tech Giant That Could Make a Comeback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Tech stocks are battered, but one prominent firm that focuses on IoT and cybersecurity could make a comeback in 2022.

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Investing

Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC): Could it Crash to $10,000 in 2022?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite Bitcoin’s recovery above US$40,000, analysts don’t rule out a crypto market crash due to macro factors affecting risky assets.

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Dividend Stocks

Investors: Don’t Buy Expensive Real Estate. Go Long on 2 REITs Instead

| Christopher Liew, CFA

REITs are alternative investments to expensive real estate, and going long on two of them could deliver competitive returns and…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: Protect Retirement Savings With Your TFSA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

`Canadians can protect their retirement savings from a runaway inflation by holding more income-producing assets in their TFSAs.

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Hits 6.7%: Raise Your Liquidity Buffer With 1 Maneuver

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can salvage their depleting savings or raise liquidity buffers amid surging inflation with one maneuver.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Gold Stocks to Buy as an Inflation Hedge

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians looking for inflation hedges have several choices on the TSX, although two gold stocks are excellent buying opportunities today.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Surging inflation is a major concern, but retirees can lessen their financial anxieties by buying three established dividend payers.

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Tech Stocks That Pack a Big Punch

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Technology stocks are in a slump since 2021, although two names are buying opportunities, given their visible business growth potential…

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Dividend Stocks

Confusing Forecasts: Will Home Prices Fall in 2022, 2023, or 2024?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Homebuyers must time their purchases and evaluate their options, as home prices remain elevated while interest rates rise.

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Dividend Stocks

Rogers (TSX:RCI.B): 200% Subscriber Growth Before Mega-Merger

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s third-largest 5G stock reported record subscriber growth, as it awaits two more approvals to proceed with the mega-merger.

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Dividend Stocks

Value for Money: 1 Entertainment Stock or Air Canada (TSX:AC)?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors will readily choose an entertainment stock over the TSX’s top airline company in 2022, because it offers better value…

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Energy Stocks

Top Buy: Canada’s 1st $100 Billion Oil & Gas Producer

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s first $100 billion oil & gas producer is a must-buy in April 2022 for income investors looking for a…

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Investing

ESG Investors: This Crypto Stock Uses 100% Renewable Energy

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX’s first publicly listed crypto miner should attract ESG investors because it uses 100% renewable energy.

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Dividend Stocks

Where to Invest: Defensive Stocks or 1 Inflation-Fighting ETF?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can invest in defensive stocks or a Dividend Aristocrat ETF to cope with or fight rising inflation.

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Dividend Stocks

Mid-Year Shock: A 0.75-1% Rate Hike Is Next

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Mortgage affordability is a major concern for homebuyers if the Bank of Canada implements a larger rate hike by June…

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Bank Stocks

Not-Yet Retired Canadians: Do This 1 Thing to Lessen Anxiety

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Retiring Canadians can lessen anxiety by refocusing on their financial futures and creating a fail-safe retirement plan.

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Investing

Haven Assets: 2 Commodity Stocks to Buy Today

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two commodity stocks from the TSX’s outperforming resources sectors are the top picks and haven assets in 2022.

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Dividend Stocks

Who Is for or Against Delaying Retirement Until 70?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Because of the uncertainties, retiring at age 65 or delaying until 70 is the predicament of many Canadian seniors or…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Top Mining Stocks in Canada

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can turn to three top Canadian mining stocks to hedge against inflation and realize a higher return on investment…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Investment to Load Up on Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The global economic outlook isn’t rosy, although investors can load up on a top-ranked growth stock for capital appreciation and…

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Bank Stocks

Big 5 Bank Stocks: Top 2 Picks in Canada

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The financial sector isn’t among the TSX’s top performers year to date, although two Big Five bank stocks are must-own,…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Big-Dividend Stocks With 6% Yields

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three big-dividend stocks with high yields can help investors ride out rising prices and the period of uncertainty.

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Investing

Is Now the Time to Buy Bitcoin?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Crypto analysts warn that Bitcoin’s volatility will ramp up again in the coming months, so investors should stay clear of…

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Dividend Stocks

Multiple Rate Hikes in 2022 Spell Trouble for Homebuyers

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Multiple rate hikes until year-end 2022 could cool the housing market, but financing costs or mortgage debts of homebuyers will…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Money Growth + Inflation Hedge: Choose From 3 Mining Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX mining stocks could deliver considerable money growth and provide an inflation hedge to would-be investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Perks of Saving and Investing Early

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Saving and investing early has perks that should lead to financial stability and a comfortable lifestyle in retirement.

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Investing

3 Growth Stocks to Buy Without Hesitation

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX growth stocks are must-buys, even if some market analysts advise avoiding them during periods of high inflation.

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Dividend Stocks

Housing Market: A More Than 20% Price Drop or 40% Crash Is Possible

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A leading global forecaster said a 24% drop in home prices or a 40% crash of the housing market is…

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Dividend Stocks

A 5.03% Dividend Stock That Pays You Each Month

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A dividend stock is preferred by many investors not only for its high yield but also for the monthly income…

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Bank Stocks

2 Top Bank Stocks to Buy in Canada

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two Canadian bank stocks with strong tailwinds are the top choices today in the sector and considered by many as…

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Dividend Stocks

Massive Growth on the Horizon for 3 TSX Companies

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX-listed companies are excellent buying opportunities for growth investors chasing after superior returns.

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