Christopher Liew, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Anchors: Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Plus 1 Utility Stock

March 20, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors can create a profitable but defensive portfolio in 2022 by combining two dividend aristocrats.

Rent or Own? Higher Home Prices and Interest Rates in 2022

March 20, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can avoid undue financial risks by renting instead of buying an expensive house and obtaining a huge mortgage.

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Dividend Stocks

Can Canadians With Pent-up Savings Absorb High Fuel Prices?

March 20, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The CEO of the global leader in convenience and fuel retail says Canadians can absorb the pain of higher pump…

Investing

2 Crypto Stocks Are Safer Bets Than Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC)

March 19, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two crypto-related stocks are safer options for Canadians desiring exposure to the cryptocurrency market.

3 Dividend Stocks With Stunningly High Yields

March 19, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can earn higher passive income from three dividend stocks whose yields are more than 6%.

Are REITs Too Expensive to Buy Right Now?

March 19, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

REITs aren’t expensive or cheap, but investors can base their decisions on the sub-sector and its sensitivity to specific economic…

Stocks for Beginners

3 Surprisingly Cheap Stocks Right Now

March 18, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Price-friendly stocks are available for investors looking to make money from their limited seed capital.

You Could Make a Fortune From 3 TSX Growth Stocks

March 18, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX growth stocks should gain momentum soon and deliver outsized gains, if not a fortune, to would-be investors.

3 Energy Stocks to Buy if You Think Oil Will Climb

March 18, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Three energy stocks are buy opportunities if oil prices climb once more after the temporary pause or drop this week.

Pick Between 2 TSX Icons for Stable Income

March 17, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Dividend investors can expect stable income streams from the leaders in Canada’s food and pharmacy industry amid inflationary pressures.

2 Underrated Cryptos Could Claim Victories in 2022

March 17, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two cryptos could finally see exponential growth in 2022 if the outcome of their issues with the U.S. SEC are…

1 REIT Sub-Sector Might Spring Back to Life in 2022

March 17, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Office REITs in Canada can rebound and enjoy high occupancy rates again if more workers return to the pre-pandemic work…

Possible Oil Shortage: 3 Top Commodity Stocks to Buy

March 17, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Three top commodity stocks are alternative safety nets if the present tight market leads to an oil shortage.

Time-Tested: 2 Durable Stocks to Own in a Wild Market

March 16, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors expecting a wild market can seek safety in two durable stocks that can withstand economic downturns.

Energy Stocks

To Energy Firms: Raise Dividends. Don’t Buy Back Shares

March 16, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Some Wall Street strategists believe energy firms should reward shareholders with more dividends than doing buybacks when their share prices…

Aggressive Rate Hike Is Next as Home Prices Soar 22%

March 16, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The Bank of Canada might be more aggressive in the second round of its rate-hike cycle due to soaring home…

3 Big-Potential Stocks to Buy on the TSX

March 15, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Three stocks outside of the energy sector have visible growth potential and are excellent picks in lieu of oil stocks.

Bank Stocks

Canadian Retirees: Don’t Rely Only on Your CPP Pension

March 15, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians must have other income sources, not only their CPP pension alone, to avoid financial dislocation in retirement.

3 Reasons to Avoid Oil Stocks

March 15, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Oil stocks continues to ride high in March 2022, although the situation is shaky, because there are factors that could…

Suncor (TSX:SU) Stock Is Up 29.3% in 2022: Buy or Sell?

March 14, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Oil bellwether Suncor Energy is the top momentum stock today and an excellent pick for investors looking for capital growth…

TFSA Passive Income: Earn $11.11 Every Single Day

March 14, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors can earn more than $10 per day by purchasing high-yield dividend stocks and holding them in their investment…

3 Top Oil Stocks in Canada for This Week

March 14, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Three oil stocks with strong momentum due to soaring crude prices are among the top buys in the energy sector…

What Lies Ahead? Corporate Credit Reaches $114 Billion Despite Higher Costs

March 12, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Bond issuers, led by a Big Bank, are raising funds in preparation for a potential war-induced market dislocation.

Investing

Crypto Update: 3 Factors to Consider Before Investing

March 12, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The Biden E.O. outlines the key areas or factors people must watch out for before investing in cryptocurrencies or digital…

Record EBITDAs: 2 Forgotten Stocks Deserve a 2nd Look

March 12, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two growth stocks with record EBITDAs are worth including in investors’ watchlists, if not buy lists, this month.

Tech Stocks

ESG Investors: Tech Superstar Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Goes Green

March 12, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s tech giant will invest in renewable energy, although it might not be enough to propel the stock or attract…

Energy Stocks

3 TSX Pipeline Giants Are Top Picks in the Current Crisis

March 11, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s pipeline giants are the top picks for income investors today as their dividend payouts should be uninterrupted despite the…

Should Canadians Hold More Cash in Their TFSAs Today?

March 11, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users can balance their holdings between cash and income-producing assets during this inflationary period.

1 Reason Billionaires Are Loading Up on Railroad Stocks

March 11, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Billionaires find railroad stocks to be among the valuable and defensive assets to own during an economic crisis.

High Alert: An E.O. Can Make or Break the Crypto Sector

March 10, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The much-awaited executive order of U.S. President Joe Biden on cryptocurrencies could be the turning point for the sector.

2 Stocks Could Boost Your TFSA Balance Substantially in 2022

March 10, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two stocks with outsized return potentials are excellent options for TFSA investors.

Will the 0.5% Interest Rate and Future Hikes Lead to a Housing Market Balance?

March 10, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Industry experts and economists say that a more balanced supply and demand condition plus higher interest rates could cool the…

Choose a Black Diamond Over Gold for Superior Returns

March 9, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

An industrial stock with a winning business model amid the challenging environment could deliver far superior returns than gold or…

Dividend Investors: 2 Energy Stocks Are Returning More Cash

March 9, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can feast on the rising dividends of two energy stocks whose growing free cash flows could lead to more…

Brace for Stagflation if Oil Hits US$200

March 9, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors need to prepare for stagflation, the worst type of inflationary period, if oil prices hit US$200 per barrel.

Housing Market: Sales Dropped but Average Price Climbed 27.7%

March 8, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The affordability crisis worsened last month as home prices reached a new all-time high despite the pullback in demand.

Dividend Stocks

Higher-Than-Inflation Rate: 3 Dividend Payers With Over 7% Yields

March 8, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can generate considerable financial buffers from three high-yield stocks to cope with rising inflation.

Dividend Stocks

Net Flows to ETFs Were $3.9 Billion in February Due to Strong Demand

March 8, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The demand for Canadian ETFs and the year-to-date inflow is higher compared to U.S. and international counterparts.

Investing

Stocks Overcome Volatility but Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) Tumbles 7%

March 7, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Stocks proved steadier and more resilient than Bitcoin as market volatility heightens.

2 Energy Stocks Could Climb Faster Than Oil Prices

March 7, 2022 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two high-growth stocks from the energy sector are excellent buying opportunities due to the non-stop surge of oil prices.

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