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Author: 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

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Energy Stocks

If Go-Go Growth Is Hitting the Top, I’d Buy These Safer Stocks Instead

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) stock is a great way to improve your portfolio's defensive positioning amid market volatility.

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Investing

2 Blue-Chip Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another strong blue chip still worth buying up right now.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Still Soaring Higher With Zero Signs of Slowing

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and another stock are still working well in this market environment.

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Dividend Stocks

These Days, I’d Much Rather Buy Value Stocks Over Growth as AI Fears Mount

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) stock has momentum, value and a great dividend, making it a great fit for investors looking for…

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Investing

The Single Stock I’d Want to Own Before the Next Big AI Correction

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) is a great value pick in a pricier market.

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Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Watching These Dividend All-Stars Very Closely

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) and another dividend star that's worth watching very closely going into the year's end.

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Tech Stocks

1 High-Potential Stock That Too Many Canadians Are Overlooking

| Joey Frenette

Celestica (TSX:CLS) stock took a big hit, but shares might be worth watching on the way down this winter.

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Tech Stocks

I Can’t Wait to Buy This Stock (but I’m Being Patient Anyway)

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) looks great, but I'm not rushing to load up after the recent correction.

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Investing

1 Undervalued TSX Dividend Stock I’d Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) is a dividend payer that might hold up as markets reverse course.

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Investing

1 High-Yield Play to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) shares stand out as a great income investment to buy and hold if you're fed up with…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Growth Stocks I’d Happily Buy Now and Hold for at Least the Next 3 Years

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock and another grower worth buying and holding for the long haul.

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Dividend Stocks

A Dirt-Cheap Dividend Stock I’d Buy With a Big Chunk of My Next TFSA Contribution

| Joey Frenette

IA Financial (TSX:IAG) may have nearly doubled in two years, but shares still look severely undervalued.

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Energy Stocks

This Energy Stock Pays a Growing Dividend (Currently a Massive 5.3% Yield)

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) is a fat yielder that's going for a nice discount right now.

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Investing

Grab These Undervalued Stocks Now While They’re Still Affordable

| Joey Frenette

TFI International (TSX:TFII) and another cheap stock to buy while they're still going for a huge discount.

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Investing

A Dirt-Cheap Canadian Stock I’d Buy for the Next 24 Months

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) is starting to look severely undervalued in November 2025.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Silver Shines! 1 Precious Metal Stock to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

First Majestic Silver (TSX:AG) stock looks like a great play as the precious metal gets back on its feet going…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold to $5,000? 2 Stellar TSX Gold Mining Stocks That Can Shine

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) and another shining gold stock fit for a TFSA fund.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 of the Best Mining Stocks to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

Cameco (TSX:CCO) stock is one of the better uranium miners to buy now despite its hot stock and hotter premium…

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Dividend Stocks

An 8.12%-Yield Dividend Stock That Could Benefit After Recent Bank of Canada Rate Cuts

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock is a dirt-cheap bargain after recent rate cuts, even amid considerable industry challenges.

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Investing

I’m Not Buying the Dip in Constellation Software Stock Yet: I’d Rather Be in This Canadian AI Stock

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock may have shed a third of its value, but I'm not convinced that it's cheap enough…

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Investing

Why I’m Pounding the Table on This Dirt-Cheap Canadian Growth Stock

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) seems like a worthy growth name to get back into after earnings.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Miners Are Booming: The 1 Stock You Need to Know About

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) is one of the must-watch gold miners going into the year's end.

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Energy Stocks

A Top Uranium Stock to Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Cameco (TSX:CCO) is a stellar miner that might not be pricey enough, given its secular AI tailwinds.

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Investing

These Canadian Stocks Are Quietly Outperforming the Market

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw (TSX:L) and another top Canadian stock are beating the TSX Index this year and could pull it off again…

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Dividend Stocks

This 8.2% Dividend Stock Is a Standout Buy for 2026

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock looks like a dividend giant worth chasing here.

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Investing

Why Quebecor Stock Looks Undervalued Today

| Joey Frenette

Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) might be getting undervalued, even as shares move higher.

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Investing

2 Great Canadian ETFs to Diversify Your TFSA

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (TSX:VFV) and another ETF worth buying for a TFSA long term.

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Investing

Stay Ahead of Inflation With This Dividend Stock

| Joey Frenette

Empire Company (TSX:EMP.A) stock could be a great buy to prep for more food inflation.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Constellation Software: Here’s Why SHOP and CLS Are Better Tech Bets for 2026

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock is getting beat up and it might not be cheap enough to buy quite yet.

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Tech Stocks

Cohere’s IPO Coming Soon? Will the Canadian AI Startup Be a Buy?

| Joey Frenette

As we wait for a Cohere IPO, AI investors might wish to check out Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock in the meantime.

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Investing

Why Railway Stocks Could Be Primed for a Big Recovery

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) and CP Rail (TSX:CP) could be great comeback bets in the last two months of 2025.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

As Gold Prices March Toward US$5,000, Mining Stocks Are Too Risky—But These Choices Aren’t

| Joey Frenette

SPDR Gold Shares (NYSEMKT:GLD) might be a shining bet for investors going into the new year as crypto fades and…

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Bank Stocks

Why 2026 Could Be a Massive Year for Canadian Dividend Stocks

| Joey Frenette

BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (TSX:ZEB) looks like a great buy for dividend hunters.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Prices Have Cooled 5% in a Week: Should You Buy These Mining Stocks on the Dip?

| Joey Frenette

iShares S&P/TSX Global Gold Index ETF (TSX:XGD) and another way to benefit from a comeback in gold after a rough…

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Tech Stocks

Are Canadian Bitcoin-Mining Stocks a Buy Right Now?

| Joey Frenette

Bitfarms (TSX:BITF) shares look quite intriguing, especially after its dip.

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Investing

A Dirt-Cheap Stock to Buy With $3,000 Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock is getting way too cheap after the latest pullback.

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Investing

The Best Discounted TSX Stocks to Snap Up Now

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) and another TSX stock are getting way too cheap to overlook in this hot market.

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Tech Stocks

Why Investing in This Canadian Quantum Computing Stock Could Have Big Upside

| Joey Frenette

D-Wave Quantum (NYSE:QBTS) is an exciting quantum stock, but be careful on the way down!

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

Mutual Funds to ETFs: How Canadian Investing Changed Since the Last Blue Jays Title

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard U.S. Total Market Index ETF (TSX:VUN) is a fantastic low-cost ETF that just wasn't possible way back in 1993.

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Investing

Canadian Railroad Stocks Are Under Pressure: Time to Buy the Dip?

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) and the rail stocks might be overdue for some relief in 2026.

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