Christopher Liew, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Bitcoin Rollercoaster: Can You Stomach the Massive 50% Drops?

June 2, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin’s volatile nature came out again during the price crash in May 2021. Investors who can’t stomach massive drops should…

OAS Pension Risks: How to Avoid 15% CRA Clawbacks and Earn $377.50 Per Month

June 1, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

High-income Canadian seniors can avoid the 15% OAS clawback by maximizing their TFSA contributions to create non-taxable income. The high-yield…

Hooray! 3 TFSA Dividend Stocks That Could Earn You $177/Month

June 1, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors can churn their money faster through monthly dividend payers. The AltaGas stock, Bird Construction stock, and H&R stock…

How to Get Your TFSA to $1,000,000 by Age 45

June 1, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Building a $1 million TFSA is a daunting task, although achievable in a longer time frame. Users’ core holdings should…

3 Outstanding Dividend Stocks That Yield Over 5.5%

June 1, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can build a rock-solid income portfolio with TC Energy stock, Exchange Income stock, and Sienna Senior Living stock. The…

Forget Bitcoin! 3 Reasons Why Ethereum Is Superior

May 31, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin is the face of cryptocurrency, but Ethereum could be the top digital asset soon. Canadians who want exposure to…

2 Marijuana Stocks That Could Dethrone Canopy (TSX:WEED)

May 31, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Cannabis investors seem to be shifting their attention away from Canopy Growth stock to two industry rivals. Tilray stock and…

Bitcoin Falls 50% From the Top: Buy or Sell?

May 31, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin’s recent collapse of 50% confirms again the digital currency’s volatile nature. Mogo stock is the better alternative for Canadian…

TFSA Users: The Only Tech Stock I’d Buy With My $6,000

May 31, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users with $6,000 to invest should find Absolute Software stock a rarity and a compelling investment option. The tech…

Buy Alert: 2 Low-Priced TSX Stocks With Long-Term Value

May 29, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The stock market’s continuing rally presents numerous buying opportunities. Among the low-priced stocks with long-term value are Aritzia stock and…

Forget Bitcoin! This TSX Gold Stock Has a Superior Store of Value

May 29, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The significant price crash in May 2021 showed once more the volatile nature of Bitcoin. Investors should forget the crypto…

CPP Users: 3 Ways to Ensure Your Retirement Backpack Is Always Full

May 29, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP users can enjoy the journey in the sunset years fully only if their retirement backpacks are full. The Fortis…

2 Dividend Aristocrats to Buy and Hold for Decades

May 28, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

You don’t need to evaluate the TSX’s Dividend Aristocrats one by one. Royal Bank of Canada stock and Canadian Utilities…

27% of Canadians Are Making This Huge TFSA and RRSP Mistake

May 28, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can avoid committing a huge TFSA and RRSP mistake by understanding the critical difference between the two investment vehicles.…

Recent IPOs to Add to Your Buy List

May 28, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

There’s no dearth of IPOs on the TSX in 2021 despite the very challenging environment. The screaming buys and potential…

Passive Income: How to Easily Make $20 Per Day

May 28, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Passive income, if lasting, should give you security, stability, and financial freedom. Canadians can make $20 per day by investing…

This 1 Stock Could Rake in $15,000 Retirement Income Per Year

May 27, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Raking in $15,000 retirement income annually is possible if you start saving and investing today. If you opt for a…

80% of Canadians Are Making This Common TFSA Mistake

May 27, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians with TFSAs should be maximizing their yearly limits to take full advantage of the tax-free benefits. For lasting non-taxable…

Could Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Still Be a Millionaire Maker?

May 27, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Many investors became millionaires through Shopify stock. However, it may not be a millionaire-maker like before if the growth pace…

3 Top Canadians Stocks to Buy Now for $50

May 27, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can form a solid dividend portfolio with only three Canadian stocks. The Emera stock, Metro Inc. stock, and IGM…

This $33.6 Billion Mega-Merger Is a Big Win for Canadian Investors

May 26, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Expect Canadian National Railway stock to greatly benefit from the creation of the premier railway for the 21st century. Investors…

Do You Want $400 in the Bank Month After Month?

May 26, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can earn $400 every month or more by investing in monthly income stocks. The best choice on the TSX…

Warren Buffett Dumps His Only TSX Stock, But it’s a Screaming Buy

May 26, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett has reasons for unloading his only TSX stock. However, it could be an untimely move now that the…

Dividend Stocks

3 Ways You Can Live Cheaply Like Warren Buffett

May 25, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can make the most of their resources and prevent financial dislocation by living frugally like Warren Buffett. If you’re…

Canadians in Your 20s: How to Retire in Your 30s

May 25, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Many millennials have ways to achieve financial independence in the hope of retiring early. One proven way to amass retirement…

Canadian Investors: 3 Huge TFSA Mistakes to Avoid

May 25, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors using their TFSAs as their investment vehicle will earn tax-free income if they can avoid three costly mistakes.…

2 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Invest $100 in Right Now

May 25, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can invest $100 in wallet-friendly TSX stocks. Tamarack Valley Energy stock and OrganiGram Holdings stock trade at less than…

2 Tech Stocks Could Build Your Wealth Faster Than Shopify (TSX:SHOP)

May 24, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TSX’s top tech stock continues to slump in 2021. Mogo stock and Photon Control stock outperform Shopify and are better…

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in Canada

May 24, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX is soaring higher, as Canada gradually recovers from the health crisis. In the post-COVID economy, Rogers Communications stock…

Got $2,000? 4 Top Stocks to Buy This Month

May 24, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians with only $2,000 in capital can create a diversified portfolio that could deliver substantial gains. The top but affordable…

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Double in 2021

May 24, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can consider Cargojet stock, Real Matters stock, and Canopy Growth for their buy lists. The share prices of the…

1 TSX Energy Stock Is Your Cushion Against Inflation

May 22, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The talks of rising inflation in 2021 are spreading. If you need cushion and protection, seek the safety of the…

This IPO Is an Enticing Energy Buy for Enormous Growth

May 22, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two Canadian companies will vie for market share in the fast-growing fuel cell market. The smaller Loop Energy stock could…