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Robin Brown

Robin Brown has been a Motley Fool contributor since January 2020. He has lived in Canada, Norway, and Australia where he studied theology and business management. Robin works as a commercial real estate manager, as well as an investment research advisor for a private investment manager. Today, he provides equity research and analysis for a private family office. He enjoys traveling, hiking, fishing, and spending time with his wife and children.

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Investing

My 3 Favourite Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

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Are you looking for some bargains to buy before 2026? Here are three of my favourite Canadian quality stocks to…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Buy These 3 Stocks For $1,500 Yearly Tax-Free Income

| Robin Brown

Want to get a tax-free cash boost? Here's how you can earn $1,500 in dividends every year inside your TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: 3 Stocks With a +5% Monthly Payout

| Robin Brown

Most stocks pay quarterly. Here are three monthly income payers for your TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks Every Retiree Should Own

| Robin Brown

If you are a retiree and want safe, defensive, and growing dividend income, these three Canadian stocks are some of…

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Dividend Stocks

A Beginners Guide to Building a Passive-Income Portfolio

| Robin Brown

Are you new to investing and want to earn passive income? Here's how to build a diversified stock portfolio that…

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Investing

The 5 Top Defence Stocks in Canada Right Now

| Robin Brown

Explore the best defence stock opportunities in Canada amid increased government spending on military and infrastructure.

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Retirement

RRSP Wealth: 2 Great Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in November

| Robin Brown

The RRSP should be part of your long-term retirement planning.

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Dividend Stocks

Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Now for Canadian Investors

| Robin Brown

Are you worried about a market pullback in November? Here are three defensive dividend stocks to both protect and grow…

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Investing

TFSA: The Perfect Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Here are a few TFSA stocks that have delivered substantial long-term returns and one stock that could deliver great returns…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $8,000 in These Dividend Stocks for $400 in Passive Income

| Robin Brown

If you have $8,000 to invest, you can earn as much as $400 per year with this diversified dividend stock…

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Stock Market

Top Stocks I’d Buy and Hold in 2026

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for stocks that could have a huge bounce back in 2026? Check out these three quality growth…

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Investing

Ready to Invest With $3,000? 3 Stocks for November

| Robin Brown

Got $3,000 that you are keen to invest? Here are three solid Canadian stocks I would be adding to in…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Seekers: Invest $10,000 for +$30 Monthly Income

| Robin Brown

Are you looking to get a monthly boost of passive income? Here's how investing $10,000 across four stocks could earn…

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Investing

These Stocks Can Keep Growing Even as the Rest of the Market Looks Overheated

| Robin Brown

Are you worried that the markets could be due for a correction? Here are some stocks that could help your…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Here are some of the best Canadian dividend stocks you can buy and hold in a TFSA for the years…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Northland Power Stock Has Lost a Whopping 25% Today

| Robin Brown

Northland Power's shares have tumbled 25% in early market trading. Here's why the stock is down so suddenly.

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Dividend Stocks

The Top 5 Canadian Dividend Stocks I Think Belong in Everyone’s Portfolio

| Robin Brown

Trying to get more dividend income in your portfolio? Here are five top Canadian dividend stocks that you will want…

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Stocks for Beginners

DIY Investing for Canadians: How Beginners Can Get Started With Homegrown Stocks

| Robin Brown

Are you a new Canadian investor and looking for a place to start? Here's an easy five-stock portfolio for a…

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Dividend Stocks

Investors: How to Turn $20K Into a Cash Flow Machine

| Robin Brown

$20,000 can become an income-yielding machine. Here's a four-stock portfolio that could earn nearly $950 a year in cash.

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Tech Stock Could Quietly Become a Global Leader

| Robin Brown

Shopify is a great Canadian tech success story. Here's another tech stock that could skyrocket in the years to come.

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Dividend Stocks

Stocks to Hold Tight Through a Dip in the Market

| Robin Brown

If you're looking for some defensive stocks to hold through a market pullback, here are three I’m contemplating adding now.

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Dividend Stocks

These Are My 5 Favourite Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Now might be the time to add some dividend income to your portfolio. Here are five of my favourite Canadian…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy in October

| Robin Brown

If you are a bit worried that markets seem frothy, take a defensive position with these three quality Canadian dividend…

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks Under $20 That Are Screaming Buys

| Robin Brown

Looking for some bargains while the TSX is at all time highs? Here are three TSX stocks under $20 for…

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Dividend Stocks

Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rates Again: What it Means for Investors

| Robin Brown

The Bank of Canada made its second consecutive interest rate reduction to 2.25%. Here's what is means for Canadian investors.

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Tech Stocks

Why Hammond Power Has Surged More Than 30% Today

| Robin Brown

Hammond Power Solutions (TSX:HPS.A) stock is soaring by over 30% today. Here's why this stock is gaining momentum in 2025.

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Stocks for Beginners

Here Are the 5 Canadian Stocks I’d Tell a New Investor to Buy ASAP

| Robin Brown

New to investing and wondering where to start? Here are five quality Canadian stocks to line a beginner portfolio with.

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Tech Stocks

3 No-Brainer Canadian Stocks to Buy With $300 Right Now

| Robin Brown

Looking for buying opportunities when the TSX is at all-time highs? Here are three Canadian stocks that look like incredible…

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Stocks for Beginners

The TFSA Mistakes Costing You Thousands and How to Fix Them

| Robin Brown

Beware of TFSA mistakes that could cost you thousands of dollars. Here are some tips to make smart use of…

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Investing

The Canadian Stocks That Could Be Your Best Inflation Hedge

| Robin Brown

Are you worried about inflation this year? Buy these top stocks to offset inflation and protect and grow your capital.

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Robin Brown

Do you want to hold a stock for years, even decades? These three Canadian stocks could deliver exceptional returns in…

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Investing

Don’t Sleep on These 2 Small-Cap Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Small-cap stocks have massive potential to skyrocket quickly. Here are two for big long-term gains you don't want to sleep…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Pay You to Wait

| Robin Brown

Like undervalued stocks and don't mind collecting a nice dividend yield while you wait? Check out these two quality Canadian…

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Under $30 That Are Absolute Steals

| Robin Brown

Are you having a hard time finding bargains on the TSX these days? Check out these three TSX stocks that…

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Dividend Stocks

A Decade of (GROWING) Passive Income: 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Do you want to hold dividend stocks with a great track record of total returns? Here are two top dividend-growth…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Before the Next Market Decline

| Robin Brown

It is impossible to time the next drawdown. So, it is wise to stay mostly invested. These two stocks can…

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Dividend Stocks

  How I’d Create $280 in Monthly Income With a $60,000 TFSA Investment

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for an income boost? Here's a four-stock portfolio you can use in your TFSA to earn $280…

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Investing

Aritzia Stock is Surging Nearly 10% After a Big Earnings Beat! Is it Still a Buy?

| Robin Brown

Aritzia just delivered a monster quarter and its stock is soaring! Is this Canadian retail stock still a buy?

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Invest $10,000 in Canadian Dividend Stocks

| Robin Brown

Canada has many dividend stocks to choose from. Here are three quality stocks I'd be buying with $10,000 right now.

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Investing

TSX at Record Highs, But These 2 Stocks Still Look Like Screaming Buys

| Robin Brown

With the TSX hitting new all time highs everyday, it is harder to find great value in the market. These…

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