Motley Fool Premium
  1. Authors
    2. /
  2. Joey Frenette
    3. /

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

dividends grow over time
Investing

The $50,000 TFSA Setup I’d Choose for $130 a Month

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF (TSX:VDY) could help investors score growth and monthly passive income in a…

Read more »

rising arrow with flames
Investing

I Think These 2 TSX Stocks Could Supercharge Your TFSA

| Joey Frenette

Cameco (TSX:CCO) and another top TSX stock could help give your TFSA an earnings growth boost.

Read more »

young adult uses credit card to shop online
Investing

I’d Put $7,000 Into This Stock Before Canada’s AI Boom

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock might be the best way to play the Canadian AI revolution this August.

Read more »

Digital background depicting innovative technologies in (AI) artificial systems, neural interfaces and internet machine learning technologies
Tech Stocks

From Contract Manufacturer to AI Powerhouse: Celestica’s Profitable Turnaround

| Joey Frenette

Celestica (TSX:CLS) is a Canadian AI winner and it's probably not done yet.

Read more »

stocks climbing green bull market
Investing

If the TSX Keeps Rallying, You’ll Wish You Owned These 2 Stocks

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) and Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) are premier value stocks that could start to pick up momentum as…

Read more »

An engineer works at a hydroelectric power station, which creates renewable energy.
Energy Stocks

Why This Canadian Dividend Stock Can Handle Any Market

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) isn't the cheapest stock, but it's a quality defensive dividend grower worth watching after the latest drop.

Read more »

data analyze research
Investing

What’s Going on With Telus After Q2 Earnings?

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) is no longer that same high-yield star; it's a deep-value turnaround play.

Read more »

Printing canadian dollar bills on a print machine
Energy Stocks

Is Enbridge Still a Buy This August? Here’s My Take

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock recently slipped, but investors need not hit the panic button quite yet.

Read more »

A worker gives a business presentation.
Dividend Stocks

Rates Are on Hold: Here’s 1 Dividend Giant I’d Buy

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) could keep posting big wins as the Bank of Canada stays on hold for longer.

Read more »

A woman shops in a grocery store while pushing a stroller with a child
Investing

How I’d Rebuild My TFSA With $35,000 to Earn $200 Monthly

| Joey Frenette

Slate Grocery REIT (TSX:SGR.UN) is a stellar 7%-yielder that can help turn your TFSA into a monthly passive income machine.

Read more »

young people dance to exercise
Investing

30-Year-Olds: Stop What You’re Doing and Start Your TFSA Catch-Up

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) could be a huge winner as it gets going on M&A again, making it a top TFSA…

Read more »

concept of growth
Dividend Stocks

A Top Dividend Growth Stock to Buy if Rates Stay Higher for Longer

| Joey Frenette

Intact Financial (TSX:IFC) stands out as a steady financial to own, even as rates begin to rise again.

Read more »

Colored pins on calendar showing a month
Dividend Stocks

What Your TFSA Could Look Like With $10,000 and Earning $41 in Monthly Income

| Joey Frenette

CT REIT (TSX:CRT.UN) looks like the ultimate passive income play for Canadians in July and beyond.

Read more »

TFSA (Tax free savings account) acronym on wooden cubes on the background of stacks of coins
Dividend Stocks

A Cash-Forward TFSA Strategy to Help Pay the Bills

| Joey Frenette

Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) stock and another passive-income play still worth buying despite recent surges.

Read more »

concept of growth
Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock up 17% With a 3% Yield to Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) stock looks like a safe, steady, and smart play as AI takes off.

Read more »

money goes up and down in balance
Investing

How I’d Turn My Full $7,000 TFSA Contribution Into $35 a Month

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) stands out as a great income REIT to hold for the long run.

Read more »

Warning sign with the text "Trade war" in front of container ship
Investing

Trade Tensions Are Back: Here’s 1 TSX Stock Built to Earn Through the Noise

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) looks like a wise growth buy as inflation and headwinds intensify in the second half of 2026.

Read more »

panning for gold uncovers nuggets and flakes
Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks That Look Ready to Break Out This Year

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) and another name poised to do well in the second half.

Read more »

Oil industry worker works in oilfield
Energy Stocks

How Much Does a Typical 45-Year-Old Alberta Resident Have Saved in a TFSA?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) and another energy stock worth stashing in a TFSA.

Read more »

Concept of big data flow, analysis, and visualizing complex information for artificial intelligence
Investing

Why Now Is the Time to Invest in Canada’s Infrastructure Boom

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) and another Canadian infrastructure darling that goes for cheap.

Read more »

jar with coins and plant
Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy With $5,000 in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) stock is winning in tough times, and more dividend growth could be the big reward.

Read more »

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

What the Typical Canadian TFSA Looks Like by Age 50

| Joey Frenette

The BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (TSX:ZEB) is a great pick for TFSA investors thinking about growth.

Read more »

Google wideshot cc Alphabet
Tech Stocks

Data Centres Are the New Gold Rush: Here’s Where I’d Invest

| Joey Frenette

Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) might be the big steal in the AI data centre boom.

Read more »

Woman in private jet airplane
Dividend Stocks

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

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) could be a stellar buy for those who need that massive yield.

Read more »

woman looks ahead of her over water
Investing

2 of the Best Canadian Stocks for a Buy-and-Hold in a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) and another great name to hold in a TFSA long term.

Read more »

man in suit looks at a computer with an anxious expression
Dividend Stocks

Why I’d Choose This Dividend Stock Over Telus or BCE Any Day

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) and Telus (TSX:T) are towering dividend payers, but there are less choppy value bets out there.

Read more »

three friends eat pizza
Retirement

Canadians: How Much Should Be in a 20-Year-Old’s TFSA to Retire?

| Joey Frenette

Space Exploration Technologies (NASDAQ:SPCX) stock might be a nice draw to new, young investors looking to start off a TFSA…

Read more »

Asset Management
Dividend Stocks

1 Safe Canadian Dividend Stock That’s Close to Perfect for Long-Term Income Investors

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) stock stands out as pretty close to perfect as volatility rises and uncertainties mount.

Read more »

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

How Big Should Your TFSA Be Before You Can Retire?

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF (TSX:VDY) stands out as a great investment for investors seeking yield and…

Read more »

senior couple looks at investing statements
Investing

Don’t Miss the TFSA’s Hidden Fine Print When It Comes to U.S. Dividend Investments

| Joey Frenette

Verizon (NASDAQ:VZ) is a great dividend payer, but there's a downside to owning it in a TFSA.

Read more »

crisis concept, falling stairs
Dividend Stocks

1 TSX Dividend Stock to Consider While it’s Down 60%

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) has fallen too much, too fast, making it a good value bet for yield lovers.

Read more »

looking backward in car mirror
Dividend Stocks

This 7% Dividend Play Pays Cash Every Single Month

| Joey Frenette

Automotove Properties REIT (TSX:APR.UN) stands out as a great value opportunity for monthly income seekers.

Read more »

dividend growth for passive income
Energy Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Buy if You Want Income and Growth

| Joey Frenette

TC Energy (TSX:TRP) and another dividend star worth buying up here.

Read more »

jar with coins and plant
Dividend Stocks

1 Practically Perfect AI-Driven Dividend-Growth Stock Yielding 2.4%

| Joey Frenette

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) looks like a winner that will keep scoring wins in the second half of the…

Read more »

A airplane sits on a runway.
Dividend Stocks

A Strong TFSA Stock Offering a 2.2% Yield and Monthly Paycheques

| Joey Frenette

Exchange Income Corp. (TSX:EIF) is a monthly dividend payer that has been soaring in recent years.

Read more »

A close up color image of a small green plant sprouting out of a pile of Canadian dollar coins "loonies."
Dividend Stocks

2 Strong Canadian Stocks That Raised Their Dividends Again

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and another dividend growth hero worth buying here.

Read more »

Woman checking her computer and holding coffee cup
Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Make $800 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Joey Frenette

BMO Covered Call Utilities ETF (TSX:ZWU) and other names are worth buying for your TFSA for big monthly income.

Read more »

box of children's toys
Investing

1 Cheap Canadian Stock Down 63% to Buy and Hold

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master (TSX:TOY) could be a deep-value stock to load up on in the second half.

Read more »

Piggy bank on a flying rocket
Bank Stocks

My Top Canadian Dividend Stock You’ll Want to Own Forever

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) stock is a dividend growth giant that's using AI in seriously impressive ways.

Read more »

dividend growth for passive income
Dividend Stocks

The Best High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now for Unbeatable Income

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) and another stellar dividend play worth buying for unstoppable passive income.

Read more »