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Joey Frenette

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 MoneyWise Canada. Follow him on Twitter @realJoeFrenette

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Dividend Stocks

2 Steady Dividend Stocks for Smoother Stock Sailing

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) and Fortis (TSX:FTS) are steady dividend stocks that look ultra-cheap right here.

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Bank Stocks

Bank Stocks Are a Deep Value Today: 2 Top Choices to Watch

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) and another stock are intriguing bank stocks with deep value propositions for long-term investors.

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Investing

2 Incredibly Cheap Consumer Staple Stocks to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

Jamieson Wellness (TSX:JWEL) stock is one of many cheap staple stocks to consider this February.

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Really an AI Stock? (More Importantly: Is it a Buy?)

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock could have room to run, as the AI tailwind moves beyond mega-cap tech.

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Investing

I’m Keeping an Eye on These 3 Powerhouse Stocks This Spring

| Joey Frenette

Buy and hold IBM (NYSE:IBM) and two other great growth stocks for years at a time.

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Investing

Passive Investors: 2 iShares ETFs to Set and Forget for the Next Decade

| Joey Frenette

iShares S&P/TSX Capped Energy Index ETF (TSX:XEG) and another intriguing passive investment product are fit for new investors.

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Tech Stocks

Hey, Investors: Canada’s Tech Scene Is Ridiculously Underrated

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock is just one growth darling in Canada's underrated tech scene.

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Investing

2 Top Restaurant Stocks to Buy in February 2024

| Joey Frenette

Consider Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another terrific fast-food restaurant play to buy on weakness.

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Investing

Prediction: These 2 Canadian Stocks Can Beat the Market, and They’re Good to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock is a great long-term hold for any Canadian portfolio.

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Investing

Canadians: This Homegrown Stock Just Went Parabolic, and it’s Still Cheap for Now

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) stock is an intriguing financial with so much momentum behind it in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Rockstars to Hold for the Next Decade

| Joey Frenette

Canadian investors looking to crush the TSX Index should look at Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another top dividend-growth stock.

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Investing

2 Reasons to Buy BCE Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) stock is one of the dividend titans that Canadians should no longer ignore.

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Investing

2 TSX Mid-Cap Stocks to Watch in 2024

| Joey Frenette

Cargojet (TSX:CJT) and another TSX mid-cap growth stock have a lot of potential in the new year.

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Investing

Serious Investors: 3 Growth Stocks That Should Absolutely Be on Your Watch List

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) stock and two other growth plays are fit for value investors right now.

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Investing

Beyond Canadian Bank Stocks: 3 Insurance Plays With Nice Dividends

| Joey Frenette

IA Financial (TSX:IAG) and two other insurance picks with dividends and solid value for long-term investors.

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Bank Stocks

Canadian Banks Look Iffy for 2024: Here’s Why I’ll Be Buying Their Stocks Anyway

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) and another bank stock could rise in the face of 2024 challenges.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Want to Invest in Gold? Here’s the Best Way to Do it in 2024

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another gold stock are worth adding to your watchlist this winter.

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Investing

Got $500 to Invest in Stocks? Put it in This ETF

| Joey Frenette

BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF (TSX:ZLB) is a great investment for new investors seeking steadiness in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $400 Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) and another dividend stock could do well for investors in the new year!

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Dividend Stocks

Got Dividends? 3 Restaurant Stocks With Tasty Yields

| Joey Frenette

Defensive investors should check out Pizza Pizza Royalty (TSX:PZA) and two other delicious passive-income plays right now.

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Investing

2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now and Hold for the Long Term

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and another top tech stock that may be worth buying if you seek long-term growth potential.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income Investors: 2 Dividend Heavyweights That Could Rise as Rates Fall

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock and another dividend stock to watch as rates retreat this year.

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Dividend Stocks

Beginners: Here Are 2 Dividend Stocks to Get Your Portfolio Started!

| Joey Frenette

Metro (TSX:MRU) stock and another great dividend play look tempting for new Canadian investors.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks That Look Incredibly Undervalued Today

| Joey Frenette

Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) stock and another top value play could do well in the new year.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Tesla! 2 Tech Stocks I’d Rather Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

I'd look to buy Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock and another top tech play over Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) after its quarterly fumble.

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Investing

Buy This, Not That: 1 Top Stock to Buy and 1 to Sell in February

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master (TSX:TOY) and another Canadian stock investors may wish to watch going into February 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks With Growing Dividends to Buy for a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) stock and another dividend-growth champ are worth pursuing in the next quarter.

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Tech Stocks

3 Sneaky Stocks That No One Thinks of as AI

| Joey Frenette

Docebo (TSX:DCBO) and other AI stocks could win big from the rise of generative AI in the coming years.

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Investing

Better Buy: Air Canada Stock vs. Shopify

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP) are two of the most intrigung upside plays for 2024.

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Tech Stocks

2 AI Stocks That Ought to Be on Investors’ Radars

| Joey Frenette

Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) and another U.S.-traded AI stock are fit for Canadian investors' portfolios in 2024!

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Bank Stocks

Income Investors: These 2 Canadian Bank Stocks Could Have a Big Year

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) and another great bank stock I'd be wiling to buy more of for the juicy dividend yields.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: 1 Stock to Consider as a Potential Core Holding

| Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP) stock looks quite cheap as shares consolidate for another year.

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Investing

Better Buy: Dollarama Stock vs. Couche-Tard Shares

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is just one incredible retail play that could soar through a recession year.

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Bank Stocks

Better Bank Buy: Scotiabank Stock or CIBC?

| Joey Frenette

Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) and CIBC (TSX:CM) are great bank stocks, even as headwinds weigh heavily in 2024.

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Investing

Loblaw Stock Still Looks Cheap: Why Shares Could Hit $150

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw (TSX:L) stock could be headed to higher highs, even if 2024 sees a downturn in the economy.

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Investing

3 Mistakes That Smart TFSA Investors Know to Avoid

| Joey Frenette

CIBC (TSX:CM) stock is a great long-term holding for any TFSA portfolio aimed at maximizing wealth creation and steering clear…

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Investing

Better Buy: Lululemon Stock vs. Gildan Activewear

| Joey Frenette

Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) and another clothing play may be worth a shot in 2024.

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Investing

Restaurant Brands Stock Looks Ready for a Breakout

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) stock could break out at some point over the coming quarters.

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Tech Stocks

You Don’t Need to Be High-Tech to Get High Returns: 2 TSX Stocks to Consider

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) stock and another low-tech play are capable of high growth in the coming year.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Cameco Stock and More: 3 TSX Commodity Titans to Watch in 2024

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) and other commodity plays are worth a second look for a shot at 2024 gains.

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