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Author: Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Tony turned a series of 2017 marijuana stock losses into a freelance career advocating for ETF investing. He currently holds a Master’s in Risk Management from Columbia University and is a Certified ETF Advisor (CETF®). Tony is the founder of ETF Portfolio Blueprint (etfportfolioblueprint.com) and the Lead ETF Analyst for ETF Central, a partnership between Trackinsight and the NYSE. His analysis has also been featured in publications like Kiplinger, 24/7 Wall St., U.S. News & World Report, TheStreet, and Benzinga. Tony also provides independent content and marketing consulting services to various Canadian and U.S. ETF issuers. His editorial opinions for The Motley Fool remain independent and objective.

Recent Articles

Stocks for Beginners

3 Wide-Moat TSX Stocks Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These three beginner stocks offer essential products and services in a low-competition environment.

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Stocks for Beginners

4 TSX Financial Stocks Beginners Should Buy as Interest Rates Rise

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

New investors worried about interest rate hikes can look to the TSX financial sector for safety and growth.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Great TSX Stocks Ideal for Beginner Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These three beginner stocks offer low volatility and decent dividends.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top TSX Stocks Perfect for Beginner Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These three beginner stocks offer low volatility and fat dividends.

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Investing

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

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

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

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Stocks for Beginners

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

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Vanguard, BlackRock, and BMO's most popular 80/20 asset-allocation ETFs go head to head.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Top TSX Railway Stock Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

CN Rail keeps the goods moving around the country. Here’s why it's a great pick for new investors.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

TSX Mining Sector Analysis: Is Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX:WPM) Stock Undervalued?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The TSX mining stock was a hot pick in Q1 2022, but is it a good idea moving forward?

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Metals and Mining Stocks

TSX Mining Sector Analysis: Is Franco-Nevada (TSX:FNV) Stock Undervalued?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The TSX mining stock was a hot pick in Q1 2022, but is it a good idea moving forward?

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Investing

ZWC vs. ZWH: Which Covered Call ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

BMO's most popular covered call ETFs go head to head.

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Investing

ZWB vs. ZWU: Which Covered Call ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

BMO's most popular covered call ETFs go head to head.

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

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Vanguard, BlackRock, and BMO's most popular 100% stock asset-allocation ETFs go head to head.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 TSX Silver Stocks to Buy Today

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Silver stocks have outperformed the market so far in 2022. Here are some picks worth investing in.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Create a Complete “Lazy” Stock Portfolio With Just 4 BMO ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Want a cheap, effective, and hands-off approach to investing? Give this article a read.

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Investing

Retirees: Replace Your Investment Portfolio With Just 1 Vanguard ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Retirement portfolios don't have to be complicated. Here's how you can invest in your golden years with just one ticker.

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in Large-Cap Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investing in small-cap stocks might be a reliable way of beating the market over the long run.

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Investing

Worried About Inflation? Invest in Water and Agriculture With These 2 Oddball ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Index funds are great and all, but everybody loves a cool, thematic ETF once in a while.

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The U.S. has a great stock market, but long-term investors should also look outside it for returns. Here’s why.

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in Canadian Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada has a great stock market, but long-term investors should also look outside it for returns. Here's why.

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Investing

How Much Bitcoin Should You Hold in Your Investment Portfolio? The Answer Might Surprise You

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

A small amount of Bitcoin in your portfolio could improve risk-adjusted returns. Here's how much to add.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Stock Undervalued?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Barrick Gold could be an excellent defensive play in case of a market correction.

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Investing

Is Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) Stock Undervalued?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This convenience store chain's stock could be a great defensive buy for recessionary conditions.

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Investing

VCN vs. XIC: Which Index ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular ETFs for tracking the overall market go head to head.

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Investing

Retirees: 3 Ways to Create a High Passive-Income Stream Using ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These ETFs could set you up with a five-figure annual income.

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Bank Stocks

Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Stock Undervalued?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Like many of the Big Five Canadian bank stocks, BNS has been a solid performer. Read this analysis if you're…

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Bank Stocks

ZEB vs. XFN: Which Financial Sector ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular financial sector ETFs go head to head.

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Investing

Individual REITs vs. REIT ETFs: Which Should Canadian Investors Buy?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Should you pick your own REITs or leave it to an ETF manager?

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Investing

ETHX vs. ETHH: Which Ethereum ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular Ethereum ETFs go head to head.

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Bank Stocks

Is Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) Stock Undervalued?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Like many of the Big Five Canadian bank stocks, BMO has been a solid performer. Read this analysis if you're…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in Growth Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Most new investors who started in the last few years tend to overweight growth stocks. Here's why that's not the…

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Investing

BTCX vs. BTCC: Which Bitcoin ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular Bitcoin ETFs go head to head.

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Investing

ZAG vs. XBB: Which Bond ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular bond ETFs go head to head.

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Energy Stocks

ZEO vs. XEG: Which Energy Sector ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular energy sector ETFs go head to head.

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Investing

Tired of Stock Picking? 3 BMO ETFs to Buy in 2022 With Zero Effort

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investors looking to buy and hold for the long term should consider replacing some of their stock picks with these…

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Investing

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

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

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

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Energy Stocks

2 TSX Renewable Energy Stocks to Buy for Passive Income and Future Growth

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Renewable energy stocks offer a great blend of high dividends yields and good share price appreciation.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Investors: These 2 TSX Dividend Aristocrat Stocks Have Increased Yields for 25 Years

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Dividend-growth investors should consider buying and holding both of these stocks forever.

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Personal Finance

Quitting Your Full-Time Job to Focus on a Side Hustle? Ensure You Do These 5 Things First

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Sticking to "the man" and working for yourself can be exhilarating ... if you can avoid these common mistakes

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Investing

2 Top TSX Income Funds With Yields Above 7% to Buy for Very High Passive Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Income trusts are a little-known but potent source of high monthly passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

Want Very High Passive Income? These 3 TSX REITs Have Yields Above 6%

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

REITs offer a great alternative to dividend stocks for passive income investors, and these REITs offer the highest yields.

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