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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

Recent Articles

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Top-Up Time: 1 Canadian Software Stock Worthy of Your New $7,000

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) might be a bargain after a 51% haircut.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Here’s a Cheap Safety Stock That Pays Big Dividends

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) stock looks like a great deep-value option for dividends and growth in 2026.

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Investing

This Mid-Cap Stock Surged Nearly 100% Last Year: It’s Still Dirt-Cheap

| Joey Frenette

Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI) stock is a quiet gainer that might be worth backing up the truck on in 2026.

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Investing

TFSA Dividends: A High-Yielder to Lock in for Decades of Passive Income

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) is a great bet if you want a hefty dose of income without that big risk of a…

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Energy Stocks

This Canadian Energy Stock Offers Serious Value (and Yield) This January

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) stock looks way too cheap for energy-focused value investors.

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Bank Stocks

New Year, Same Momentum: 2 Reasons Bank Stocks Could Have a Fantastic 2026

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) looks like a big bargain despite the higher price tag.

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Investing

A Magnificent Stock That I’m “Never” Selling

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is a breakout candidate that I'm holding onto for the long haul!

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Telus! 1 Cheaper Dividend Stock With More Growth Potential

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) is a good buy, but perhaps not the best bet for the new year.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: 2 Top Canadian Stocks Worth Buying With $3,500

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) stock is a great name to stash in a TFSA for growth over time.

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will BCE Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) stock could be a great value buy at these depths.

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Bank Stocks

2 Workhorse Bank Stocks to Keep Buying in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) and the big banks are still buyable in January 2026.

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Investing

Value Hunters: Is This the Best Canadian Stock to Add to Your TFSA With $7,000?

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) is a great safety pick for new TFSA investors to pick up.

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Investing

2 Dividend All-Stars Trading at Boxing Day Prices

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock and another dividend blue-chip name that's worth careful consideration in January 2026.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Winners Keep on Winning: 1 Momentum Stock to Stick With in the New Year

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) may have gone straight up, but it might have room to run.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Betting on a Sustained Gold Rush in 2026? Buy These 2 Canadian Stocks

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) and another gold play worth betting on if you're bullish on the metal in 2026.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Soaring Canadian Stocks With Zero Signs of Slowing Down

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) and gold miners have been heated winners that seemingly can't be stopped.

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Retirement

The 2 Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in an RRSP

| Joey Frenette

TC Energy (TSX:TRP) and another stock look like great additions to an RRSP this year.

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Investing

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy for Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution for 2026

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) and another value stock worth buying in a TFSA today.

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Investing

2 Impressive Mid-Cap Stocks You Should Know About in 2026 (Hardly Anyone Else Does)

| Joey Frenette

Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI) is a great mid-cap stock worth knowing about in the new year.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks That Could Be Overdue for a January Jump

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another hot stock could grow further this year.

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Investing

Time to Sell BCE for This Higher-Yielding Choice?

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock could stand tall for income investors also seeking upside in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Bet Against Canada’s Top Dividend Icons in the New Year

| Joey Frenette

Consider Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU) stock and another play this volatile January.

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Dividend Stocks

High-Yield Finds: 2 Dividend Stocks Canadian Retirees Should Consider

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock looks like a great high yielder to own, but it's not the only one worth buying.

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Investing

This Stock Could Boost Your TFSA Sooner Rather Than Later

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) stock might be a solid buy as the correction intensifies amid market volatility.

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Bank Stocks

CIBC: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Joey Frenette

CIBC (TSX:CM) stock had a wonderful 2025, but can another good year of gains be on the table as valuations…

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Women's fashion boutique Aritzia is a top stock to buy in September 2022.
Investing

Aritzia Stock: Is it Time to Back Up the Truck After a 270% Gain in 2 Years?

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) is shaping up to be one of the hottest TSX stocks out there, but it's getting pricey.

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Investing

Got $500? Buy These Canadian Stocks to Kick Off 2026

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master (TSX:TOY) stock and another value play could have big upside.

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Investing

The Best Canadian ETFs to Buy With $100 on the TSX Today

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard FTSE Canada Index ETF (TSX:VCE) and another ETF worth buying with a smaller sum to invest.

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Stock vs. Fortis: Which Dividend Giant Wins in 2026?

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) has a towering dividend yield, but there are better names to own as well in 2026.

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Investing

The Smartest Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) shares are accelerating lower, but investors shouldn't panic.

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Investing

Have Cash Just Sitting in a TFSA? Grow That Money With This Crucial Stock

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw (TSX:L) stock looks like a great TFSA buy for the new year.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Magnificent Stocks to Level Up Your TFSA Income

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock is just one great high-yielder to boost your income stream on the cheap!

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Retirement

2 Dividend Stocks for Canadians to Hold Through Retirement

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and another great dividend payer are worth holding for a comfortable retirement.

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Investing

Why I Wouldn’t Touch the Sell Button on Shopify Stock

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock seems overheated, but it might not be time to sell as AI shopping catalysts loom.

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Dividend Stocks

Time to Buy? 1 Dividend Stock Offering a Decent Deal

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) might not be a steal, but it's a great long-term compounder that's nearly guaranteed to grow its…

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Investing

The Only Index Fund I’d Buy and Never Sell

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (TSX:VFV) is just one of the index plays I'd opt to hold for the…

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Investing

Outlook for Nutrien Stock in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) stock just exploded higher as the outlook for potash looks a lot brighter for the year ahead.

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Dividend Stocks

Transform Your TFSA Into a Cash-Creating Machine With $14,000

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock could be the high-yielder that's worth considering for your next big TFSA buy.

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Investing

Outlook for Couche-Tard Stock in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock is a great bargain buy for the new year.

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Investing

Key Canadian Dividend Stocks to Compound Wealth Over 2026

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another great dividend stock for long-term compounding.

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