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Joey Frenette

Joey Frenette is a journalist, University of British Columbia graduate, ex-engineer, Warren Buffett fanatic, and Fool who's completed CFA Level 1. He’s been investing since 2014 and is always on the hunt for value, regardless of the market "weather."
Before writing at The Motley Fool, Joey worked as an analyst/developer at several Canadian small- and mid-cap software firms, including Syscon and Avigilon.
Beyond Motley Fool, Joey’s work can be found at TipRanks and InvestorPlace. Follow or send him a message on X (or Twitter) @realJoeFrenette

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Stocks to Buy Today and Hold for the Next 7 Years

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another name I'm fine with holding for seven years or more.

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Investing

3 Canadian ETFs Soaring Upwards to Buy Now for a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (TSX:ZSP) and two other passive plays for solid results.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Stock Poised for a Massive Comeback in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) could be a big winner as it executes on a well-thought-out game plan.

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Investing

The 3.5% Yielding Dividend Stock Set to Soar in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) is still cheap despite posting magnificent quarters.

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Investing

BCE vs. Telus: Which Telecom Belongs in Your TFSA?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) and Telus (TSX:T) have massive dividends that might be worth the added risk.

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Investing

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Could Be a Safer Pick for Canadian Retirees

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and another yield-rich blue-chip stock are worth buying up here.

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Investing

The 2 Stocks I’d Combine for a Strong TFSA Strategy in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) and another growth play are fit for a TFSA growth fund.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock’s Dividend: What’s Going on Now?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) is in a tough, uncertain spot, but shares are cheap and soverign AI could soon be the main…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks I’d Buy Right Now (and 1 I’d Think About Letting Go)

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another name stand out as great value picks.

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Investing

Canadian Stocks to Own as Inflation Stages a Comeback

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and another fantastic dividend great are worth buying as inflation heats up again.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

2 Canadian ETFs I’d Lock Into a TFSA and Never Touch

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (TSX:VSP) could be a winning bet for Canadians.

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Investing

2 Overlooked Stocks That Still Look Cheap Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) and another value gem that the market might overlook as the AI boom sparks choppiness across markets.

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Energy Stocks

Why This Boring Utility Stock Is Starting to Look Very Profitable

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) stock is a great defensive dividend grower that's not as boring as you think.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock I’d Consider Adding More of This Very Moment

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) is a fairly priced bank with nice tailwinds.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

What a Typical Canadian TFSA Actually Looks Like at 55

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio (TSX:VEQT) stands tall as an investment for a 55-year-old's TFSA.

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Investing

What the Typical 25-Year-Old Canadian Has Saved in a TFSA and RRSP

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF (TSX:VDY) is a fantastic buy for any long-term-focused TFSA or RRSP.

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Investing

The TFSA Number You Need to Hit Before Calling It Quits

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF (TSX:VCN) stands out as a great forever buy for a TFSA fund.

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Energy Stocks

Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP for a 40-Year-Old in Canada

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) looks like a perfect addition to a TFSA or RRSP.

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Investing

This 3.5% Dividend Play Pays Every Single Month

| Joey Frenette

The Hamilton Enhanced Canadian Bank ETF (TSX:HCAL) has been a massive winner that can still keep gaining for monthly income…

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Investing

This TSX Stock is Down 52% and Still Worth Holding for Decades

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) might be the ultimate value play for the summer months.

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Investing

Billionaires Appear to Be Unloading Nvidia and Loading Up on This TSX Stock

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) might be a lower-risk bet on AI than the likes of the semiconductor names.

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock is Down 46% and Worth Owning for Decades

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) might be more of a riskier play amid AI disruption, but shares are oversold at this point.

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Energy Stocks

Canadians: Here’s How Much You’ll Likely Need in Your TFSA to Retire

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock could be a huge winner for long-term retirees.

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Investing

This Canadian Stock Is Down 35% and Nearly Perfect for Long-Term Investors

| Joey Frenette

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) stock is down, but the value case is looking really strong.

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Investing

A Perfect June TFSA Stock With a 4% Quarterly Payout

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) shares look way too cheap despite hotter inflation and consumer pressures this June.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent TSX Dividend Stock Down 60% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Joey Frenette

Pet Valu Holdings (TSX:PET) stands out as a value play in itself after a nasty slump.

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Energy Stocks

Have $21,000 in TFSA Room? Here’s a Dividend Stock Worth Considering

| Joey Frenette

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) looks like a great bet for TFSA investors looking for value and dividends.

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Investing

Your TFSA Should Be Your Income Engine, Not Your RRSP

| Joey Frenette

iShares Core MSCI Canadian Dividend Index ETF (TSX:XDIV) stands out as a great income engine for a TFSA portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Dividend Stock Down 14% to Buy Forever

| Joey Frenette

North West Company (TSX:NWC) stock has taken a bit of a hit, but here's why I wouldn't bail on weakness.

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Dividend Stocks

A 4.3% Dividend Stock That’s Quietly Becoming a Top Pick for 2026

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) might be the best buy-the-dip play of the second half of 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold Through Market Volatility

| Joey Frenette

TC Energy (TSX:TRP) stock looks like a dividend gem, even if shares are getting up there in price.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

The ETF I Keep Buying and Plan to Hold Forever — Here’s Why

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF (TSX:VDY) might be the better way to bet on the Canadian economy…

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Investing

1 Canadian Dividend Stock Off 20% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

Leon's Furniture (TSX:LNF) just slipped into a bear market and it's worth buying.

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Investing

This TSX Dividend Stock is Down 62% and Worth Holding for Decades

| Joey Frenette

Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) could be the deal of the year for value hunters.

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Dividend Stocks

A Value Stock With a Dividend Yield Over 9% to Buy Near 52-Week Lows

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) might actually be deep value hiding in plain sight as investors doubt the dividend's staying power.

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Bank Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Giants to Buy With Rates on Hold

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) and other major banks might be a great dividend buy as interest rates stay stuck…

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Dividend Stocks

If You’re Not Investing in This Winning ETF, You Need to Ask Yourself Why

| Joey Frenette

iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF (TSX:XDIV) stands out as an ETF worth buying up for more reasons…

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Investing

1 Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Buy Before Inflation Heats Up Again

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) stock looks like a dividend winner that can keep it up despite inflation.

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Tech Stocks

This Undervalued TSX Stock is Down 44% – and Worth Holding for the Long Term

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) has already fallen way too much.

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Dividend Stocks

The Stock I’d Pick Over Telus and BCE – And Why I Keep Coming Back to It

| Joey Frenette

Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) looks like a great buy for investors looking for growth rather than pressure.

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