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1 Top TSX Bank Stock Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

It's the largest stock in the TSX for a reason. Here's why Royal Bank of Canada is a great pick…

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BMO Covered Call ETFs: Which One Is Best for Passive Income Investors?

Covered call ETFs should be considered an advanced investment strategy, best suited for income-oriented investors.

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Canadian Investors: How to Buy U.S. Stocks With Zero Commissions or Currency-Conversion Fees

CIBC and the NEO Exchange offer the easiest and most affordable ways for Canadian investors to buy U.S. stocks.

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The Top 3 Canadian Bond ETFs to Buy for a Balanced Investment Portfolio

Bonds are still an integral part of a balanced investment portfolio, even in a rising interest rate environment. Here are…

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The Top 2 Canadian Money Market ETFs to Buy for a Safe Investment Portfolio

Bonds aren't doing too great in 2022. Here are some alternatives to keep you in the green.

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VDY vs XEI: Which High Dividend ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Canada’s two most popular high-yield dividend ETFs go head-to-head.

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XIU vs HXT: Which Index ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Canada’s two most popular ETFs for tracking the S&P/TSX 60 go head-to-head.

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XDV vs. ZDV: Which Dividend-Growth ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Canada’s two most popular dividend-growth ETFs go head to head.

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The Top 3 Canadian Stocks on Wealthsimple Trade This Week

Here’s what Canadian investors are trading the most this week on Wealthsimple.

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VFV vs. HXS: Which Index ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Canada's two most popular ETFs for tracking the S&P 500 go head to head.

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VEQT vs XEQT: Which ETF Portfolio Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Vanguard and BlackRock’s most popular 100% equity ETFs go head to head.

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VXC vs. XAW: Which Global ETF Portfolio Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Vanguard and BlackRock’s most popular all-world ex-Canada stock ETFs go head to head.

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VBAL vs XBAL: Which ETF Portfolio Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Vanguard and BlackRock's most popular 60/40 asset allocation ETFs go head to head.

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VGRO vs. XGRO: Which ETF Portfolio Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

Vanguard and BlackRock’s most popular 80/20 asset allocation ETFs go head to head.

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2 TSX Sector ETFs by BMO That Could Outperform in 2022

The Canadian banking and energy sectors tend to do well in a rising interest rate and inflationary environment.

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Risk-Averse Investors: Buy These 2 Low-Volatility Stock ETFs From BMO

BMO's lineup of low-volatility equity ETFs are particularly suitable for investors trying to reduce their risk.

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Tech Stocks

Nuvei (TSX:NVEI) Stock 5-Minute Analysis: Is It Still a Buy in 2022?

Consider reading this breakdown before you buy

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Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock 5-Minute Analysis: Is It Still a Buy in 2022?

Consider reading this breakdown before you buy.

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goeasy (TSX:GSY) Stock 5-Minute Analysis: Is It Still a Buy in 2022?

Consider reading this breakdown before you buy.

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Beginner Investors: 3 Easy Ways to Invest in the U.S. Stock Market Using Index ETFs

Warren Buffett famously said, "Never bet against America." Here's how you can follow his advice when it comes to investing.

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Beginner Investors: 3 Easy Ways to Invest in the Canadian Stock Market Using Index ETFs

Investing in the Canadian stock market is a great way to kick-start your investment portfolio.

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Beginner Investors: Want to Invest in Oil? Avoid the USO and HOU ETFs

Futures-based ETFS like USO and HOU posed significant risks for novice investors. Buyer beware.

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Want to Invest in Gold and Silver? Check Out These 4 ETFs

Holding gold and silver could be an excellent play, especially when inflation and interest rates are running high.

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Personal Finance

New to Budgeting? Get Started With These 3 Simple Steps

Budgeting isn't rocket science. Here's how to get started.

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Dividend Stocks

Can You Beat the Market With Just 5 Canadian Dividend Growth Stocks?

My hand-picked portfolio of Canadian blue-chip stocks goes head to head with the S&P/TSX 60.

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NASDAQ 100 ETFs: Should Canadians Buy Hedged or Unhedged?

Canadian investors can buy hedged and unhedged versions of NASDAQ 100 ETFs. Here’s how to decide which to choose.

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Bonds Prices Are Dropping Right Now: Here Are 2 Alternative ETFs to Hedge Your Portfolio With

Interest rate risk makes intermediate and long bonds a losing bet right now. Here's what you can buy instead.

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RRSP Investors: Here’s Why You Should Buy U.S.-Listed ETFs

Buying U.S.-listed ETFs in an RRSP could help you save significantly on fees and foreign withholding tax.

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Retirees: Buy These 3 TSX Utilities Stocks for Safe and Reliable Passive Income

Low volatility and dividend growth make these utilities stocks great picks for any retirement portfolio.

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Low Risk Investors: Buy These 2 ETFs for an Ultra-Safe Investment Portfolio

A 60/40 balanced portfolio consisting of low volatility Canadian equity and money market ETFs is a good choice for risk-averse…

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The Top 3 Canadian Stocks on Wealthsimple Trade This Week

Here’s what Canadian investors are trading the most this week on Wealthsimple.

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Buy Alert: This Is the Best Defensive TSX Stock to Hold During a Bear Market

The TSX utilities sector is a defensive one, and this stock reigns supreme.

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Want to Invest Like Warren Buffett? Here Are 2 Different Ways to Copy His Style

Buffett has some sage advice for the masses. Here's how to act on it.

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New Investors: 3 Things To Ask Before Buying Any ETF

Not all exchange-traded funds are equal. Here's what to watch out for before you invest

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2 High-Yield ETFs Every Dividend Growth Investor Should Own

High yields and dividend aristocrats - these two top ETFs have it all.

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Stocks for Beginners

Covered Call ETFs: Here’s Why New Investors Should Avoid Them

Don't get fooled by the high yields - covered call ETFs are no free lunch. Don't think of them as…

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2 Beginner Index ETFs Every New Canadian Investor Should Own

The S&P 500 and the S&P/TSX 60 indexes are great long-term buy-and-holds. Here are the two best ETFs for investing…

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No Time to Invest? Buy Any of These 3 BlackRock ETF Portfolios to Be Set for Life

Want the most hands-off method to DIY your investment portfolio? Check out these ETF portfolios.

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Can You Retire a Millionaire by Just Investing in the S&P 500?

The S&P 500 is the benchmark for many investors to beat. Here's why it could be the best investment you'll…

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No Time to Invest? Buy Any of These 3 Vanguard ETF Portfolios to Be Set for Life

Want the most hands-off method to DIY your investment portfolio? Check out these ETF portfolios.

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