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Dividend Stocks

CN Stock Looks Like a Buy After Raising Its 2026 Outlook

| Demetris Afxentiou

CN stock has a stronger 2026 outlook and a 2.2% dividend yield. Here’s what supports the buying case and what…

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Canada’s Rate Decision Is Less Than 2 Weeks Away: 3 TSX Stocks to Watch

| Demetris Afxentiou

The Bank of Canada's rate decision is approaching. Here is what investors should watch at Scotiabank, RioCan and Fortis before…

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Dividend Stocks

Building a $500-a-Month Dividend Income Stream: What It Actually Takes

| Demetris Afxentiou

Building a $500-a-month dividend income stream takes capital and patience. See how SmartCentres, Granite REIT and Scotiabank fit the goal.

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Dividend Stocks

A High Dividend Yield Can Be a Warning Sign: Here’s Why

| Demetris Afxentiou

A high dividend yield can signal trouble. TELUS and Slate Grocery REIT show why investors should examine what supports their…

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Energy Stocks

Dividend Stocks or Dividend ETFs: Which Is Better for Beginners?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Compare dividend stocks or dividend ETFs using CNQ and XEI, and see which approach offers beginners a simpler way to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Dividend Stock

| Demetris Afxentiou

Buying a dividend stock? Here are three questions to help you look beyond the yield, with examples from Enbridge, Fortis…

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Dividend Stocks

Can You Really Live Off Dividends? A Realistic Look at the Numbers

| Demetris Afxentiou

Can you live off dividends? See how much you would need to invest, what BNS, CU, and ZWC could pay,…

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Dividend Stocks

I’d Rather Own SmartCentres at 98.1% Occupancy Than Chase a Bigger Yield

| Demetris Afxentiou

Before you chase a bigger yield, consider SmartCentres’ 98.1% occupancy, 6.9% yield, and the cash flow supporting its monthly distribution.

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Dividend Stocks

Behind on Retirement in Your 40s? 3 Moves That Can Help

| Demetris Afxentiou

Behind on retirement in your 40s? These three investing moves can help Canadians rebuild momentum through diversification, income, and growth.

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Tech Stocks

A Quantum Computing Stock Canadian Investors Can Buy Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for a quantum computing stock? D-Wave offers exposure to an emerging industry, with paying customers and plenty still to…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Dividend Cuts Happen and How to Spot the Warning Signs

| Demetris Afxentiou

Learn why dividend cuts happen and how to spot warning signs, using BCE and TELUS to examine cash flow, debt,…

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Dividend Stocks

Can Dividends Replace a Paycheque in Retirement?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Can dividends in retirement replace your paycheque? Explore how Scotiabank, RioCan REIT, and Fortis can help build a steady retirement…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Do You Need to Invest to Earn $1,000 a Month in Dividends?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Build $1,000 a month in dividends with Enbridge, RioCan, and HDIV. See the combined investment needed and how each contributes…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Growth vs. High Yield: Which Builds More Income Over Time?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Dividend growth vs. high yield: Which builds more income over time? Compare Canadian National and SmartCentres to see how the…

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Dividend Stocks

The Dividend Stock I’d Never Sell, Even in a Downturn

| Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis is a dividend stock I'd hold through a downturn. Its regulated utilities and dividend growth support a patient approach…

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Dividend Stocks

Create a Set-And-Forget Portfolio With Just 3 ETFs

| Demetris Afxentiou

Build a set-and-forget portfolio with VCN, XUU, and XEF, three ETFs offering broad exposure to Canadian, U.S., and international stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ways to Maximize Your TFSA Before Year-End

| Demetris Afxentiou

Maximize your TFSA before year-end with three different approaches to investing for long-term income and growth.

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

You’ve Maxed Your TFSA – Now What?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Maxed your TFSA? These three Canadian growth stocks can help investors keep building wealth while they plan their next investing…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Ways to Invest in the TSX Near All-Time Highs

| Demetris Afxentiou

Learn how to invest in the TSX near all-time highs with a broad-market ETF, a lower-volatility option, and a proven…

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Energy Stocks

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Worth the Risk Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

These three high-yield dividend stocks offer income and different risk profiles across pipelines, banking, and Canadian real estate.

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Dividend Stocks

Forget GICs — This 6.93% Dividend Stock Pays You Monthly

| Demetris Afxentiou

SmartCentres is a monthly dividend stock yielding 6.93% and paying investors monthly. Here’s why this Canadian REIT could appeal.

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Dividend Stocks

You’ve Already Missed a Year of Dividends: Here’s Why I Wouldn’t Miss Another

| Demetris Afxentiou

You may have missed a year of dividends from one of Canada’s largest banks, but its growing income stream can…

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Dividend Stocks

The Dividend Snowball That Starts With Just 1 Share

| Demetris Afxentiou

One Canadian National share can begin a dividend snowball. See how reinvesting Canadian National Railway dividends can steadily build income…

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Dividend Stocks

Thomson Reuters Is a Sneaky AI Play, and Its Stock Popped Earlier This Month

| Demetris Afxentiou

Thomson Reuters is an AI play, building AI into tools legal and tax professionals already use. See why TRI stock…

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Cannabis Stocks

Curaleaf’s Takeover Bid for Aurora Cannabis: What Investors Need to Know

| Demetris Afxentiou

Curaleaf's takeover bid for Aurora Cannabis offers a premium but brings stock, debt, and deal risks. Here’s what ACB investors…

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Dividend Stocks

1 of the Best Canadian Stocks You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

| Demetris Afxentiou

TFI International may be one of the best Canadian stocks you’ve overlooked. Here’s how its freight network earns money and…

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Dividend Stocks

This Stock Pays a 5.6% Dividend Every Single Month: It Could Cover Your Phone Bill

| Demetris Afxentiou

RioCan pays a dividend every single month. See how its 5.6% yield could generate enough income to cover a $70…

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Dividend Stocks

The “Set It and Mostly Forget It” Dividend Stock

| Demetris Afxentiou

Fortis could be the dividend stock for investors who prefer a steady business and regular income without watching every market…

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Stock Market

I’m Still Buying These Stocks Despite the Economic Slowdown

| Demetris Afxentiou

I’m buying Shopify, Manulife, and Canadian National Railway through the economic slowdown. Here’s why each stock remains on my list.

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Dividend Stocks

Too Busy to Invest? 3 Set-and-Forget Stocks to Just Buy Already

| Demetris Afxentiou

Too busy to watch the market? These three set-and-forget stocks offer familiar businesses and dividends for a long-term Canadian portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investing Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated – This Stock Proves It

| Demetris Afxentiou

Dividend investing can be straightforward. See how Brookfield Infrastructure’s essential assets and quarterly payout make BIPC worth a closer look.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why the Dullest Stock in Your Portfolio Should Be Your Favourite

| Demetris Afxentiou

The dullest stock in your portfolio might be the one you appreciate most. See how Canadian Utilities turns steady operations…

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Dividend Stocks

The Dividend Stock That Makes “Passive Income” Actually True

| Demetris Afxentiou

This Canadian dividend stock offers passive income backed by nearly two centuries of payments, recent earnings growth, and a 3.46%…

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are the Canadian Stocks I’d Feel Safest Holding Forever

| Demetris Afxentiou

These four Canadian stocks combine durable businesses, essential assets, and reliable dividends that investors could hold for decades.

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

I Plan to Keep These Stocks in My TFSA for at Least 10 Years

| Demetris Afxentiou

These TFSA stocks combine income, stability, and growth, giving me three different reasons to hold them for at least 10…

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Dividend Stocks

This Is the Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Hold in Any Market

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian Utilities is a Canadian dividend stock with a 3.62% yield and 54 years of dividend growth through changing markets.

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Energy Stocks

Oil & Gas Stocks Are Back on the TSX30 After a Year on the Sidelines

| Demetris Afxentiou

Oil and gas stocks have returned to the TSX30. Here’s what drove Tenaz Energy and Valeura Energy higher and what…

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Stock Market

The U.S. Federal Reserve Just Raised Interest Rates: Does it Actually Mean Anything for Canadians?

| Demetris Afxentiou

The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates, but what does that mean for Canadians and stocks such as TD, Fortis,…

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Tech Stocks

MDA Space Stock: How This Canadian Company Became a Space Sector Standout

| Demetris Afxentiou

MDA Space stock combines proven Canadian technology, a $4 billion backlog, and strong growth across satellites, robotics, and geointelligence.

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Stocks for Beginners

Bird Construction Stock: The Infrastructure Play Quietly up 738%

| Demetris Afxentiou

Bird Construction stock has delivered impressive gains. Here’s how its growing project pipeline could support the next phase of infrastructure…

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