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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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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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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Alongside Telus Stock Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock looks like a tempting value buy as the yield stays above the 9% level, but there are…

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Dividend Stocks

Beyond Telus: 2 Canadian Dividend Plays for Smart Investors

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) and other dividend plays are worth considering alongside Telus.

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Investing

2 Canadian Market Giants to Hold for Decades

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and another TSX giant worth buying and holding for life.

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Bank Stocks

The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) is a TFSA-worthy stock that remains cheap despite a historic year of gains.

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Investing

Where Will Canadian National Stock Be in 3 Years?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) has been lagging, but it might pick up in the coming years.

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ETFs can contain investments such as stocks
Dividend Stocks

The 10% Monthly Income ETF That Canadians Should Know About

| Joey Frenette

Hamilton Enhanced Canadian Covered Call ETF (TSX:HDIV) is a very interesting ETF for monthly income investors.

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Investing

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

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another Canadian stock worth buying right here.

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Investing

Your 2026 Investing Playbook: Value Plus Growth in 2 Easy Stocks

| Joey Frenette

goeasy (TSX:GSY) and another great value candidate for investors to check out.

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Investing

Forget Telus: A High-Yield Stock to Buy Instead

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) and its huge dividend yield are enticing, but it's not the only income play worth loading up on.

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Investing

A Top Canadian Stock to Buy With $1,000 in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stands out as a top TSX stock worth buying with an extra $1,000.

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Energy Stocks Took a Big Hit to Start 2026: Should Investors Worry?

| Joey Frenette

iShares S&P/TSX Capped Energy Index ETF (TSX:XEG) and Canadian crude have taken a hit to start the year, but it…

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