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Air Canada Stock Fell 5% in November: Is it a Buy Today?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock saw remarkable improvements during its last quarter but still dropped 5% with more recession hints. So,…

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Is Air Canada Stock a Buy Today?

| Andrew Walker

Airlines are on the rebound. Does Air Canada stock deserve to be on your buy list?

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Retirees: 2 Healthcare Stocks That Could Help Set You up for Life

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Healthcare stocks offer an incredible opportunity for growth for those investors who look to the right stocks, such as these…

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Remember March 2020? Grab Those Growth Stocks Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks soared in the double- and even triple-digit range once and are bound to do so once…

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Why TSX Stocks Rebounded on Tuesday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TSX stocks started climbing back, as investors perhaps believe the worst of the worst is over, and it's time for…

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Bombardier: Could This 2021 Top Gainer TSX Stock Keep Pace in 2022?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) stock soared a massive 260% last year against TSX stocks' average 20% gain.

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Why Loblaw Stock Soared 65% in 2021

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Loblaw (TSX:L) managed to be a major defensive play during the last year, and yet it could still be a…

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How Cineplex Stock Is Placed in 2022

| Vineet Kulkarni

Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock gained 47% and outperformed broader markets. But will it continue to rise in 2022?

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This Warren Buffett-Inspired Stock Hasn’t Been This Cheap Since 2014

| Nelson Smith

Warren Buffett isn't buying many stocks today, but I'm sure he'd approve of A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN). Here's…

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Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Soars Past $1,000 to Become Canada’s Most Valuable Company: Time to Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) just became Canada's most valuable company, but is it too late to buy the white-hot stock?

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Warren Buffett: Only 1 Piece of Advice Matters

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Warren Buffett has given out a lot of advice, but this one is the best to remember during a market…

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Why Did Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Plummet 76%?

| Ryan Vanzo

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) was once one of the largest companies in Canada. Why have shares fallen by 76% in just…

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Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC) and This TSX Stock, Too

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada (TSX:AC) and this other TSX stock will struggle considerably in the near term, which is why I'd avoid…

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Dividend Stocks

Ditch Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) Stock: Buy This Instead

| Ryan Vanzo

Value investors are flocking to Canadian Tire Corporation (TSX:CTC.A) stock, but you should be buying the company's landlord instead.

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Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC): This TINY Airline Stock Just SMASHED Earnings!

| Andrew Button

After posting stellar Q1 earnings, Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) stock is looking bullish.

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Shopify Stock: 3 Key Takeaways From its Q1 Results

| Aditya Raghunath

Shopify stock has touched a new record high. Is it time for the stock to take a breather?

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Wise Warren Buffett Words to Follow Right Now

| Adam Othman

Many investors are waiting for Warren Buffett to make a move so that they can follow his lead. I believe…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Says Global Travel Will Resume by Christmas: Should You Buy the Stock?

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is saying that international travel should resume by Christmas. Does that make it a buy?

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1 High-Yield Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold Forever

| Adam Othman

The BCE stock is a high-yield, dividend-paying stock that you can consider buying and forgetting to grow your wealth substantially…

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Dollarama (TSX:DOL) Is a Top Buy Going Into a Recession

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is a top Canadian stock for investors who want to reduce risk and prep for what could…

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Nervous About a Market Crash? Buy This All-Weather TSX Stock

| Sneha Nahata

Want to protect your portfolio and earn consistent income? Consider buying this all-weather TSX stock.

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3 Top Market Rally Stocks to Buy With $6,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

We're in a new world because of this pandemic, and as the market rally continues, these three stocks are likely…

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Buffett Dumps Airlines: Time to Sell Air Canada (TSX:AC)?

| Matt Smith

Buffett sells his airline stocks, sending a signal that now is the time to avoid the airline industry and Air…

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Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Is a Solid Buy After Q1 Earnings Beat

| Victoria Hetherington

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) may have a tough time replicating its Q1 beat. However, here’s why it’s a top stock to…

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TFSA Users: 3 Strong Signals That a Market Rally Is Moments Away

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Signals are emerging that momentum is starting to build in the TSX. TFSA users thinking of investing again should consider…

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Will Canada’s Housing Market Collapse in 2020?

| Andrew Button

REITs like the RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) could be in trouble if the real estate market collapses.

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3 Reasons to Avoid Oil Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Oil stocks have a long, treacherous road ahead, so it may be time to consider other options that could provide…

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Does Warren Buffett Expect Another Market Crash in 2020?

| Aditya Raghunath

Is the Oracle of Omaha wary of another sell-off in equity markets?

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This TSX Stock Could Have 100% Upside As the Canadian Economy Reopens

| Joey Frenette

Recipe Unlimited Corporation (TSX:RECP) is one of the hardest-hit TSX stocks out there, but should you buy the stock as…

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Covid-19 Rebound: #1 Defense Stock to Buy

| Debra Ray

Top stock market movers of 2020 report profitable Covid-19 defence contracts and innovative, high return technology like Airboss of America…

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Airline Stocks: Has Air Canada (TSX:AC) Become “Uninvestible” in the Coronavirus Era?

| Joey Frenette

Should Canadians follow Warren Buffett by dumping airline stocks like Air Canada (TSX:AC) given the coronavirus headwinds?

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This Under-the-Radar TSX Stock Just Soared 111% — and Still Has Room to Run!

| Joey Frenette

GoodFood Market Corp. (TSX:FOOD) is a white-hot momentum stock that's still attractively valued amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Is Rallying Over 5%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify stock rallies, as the company posts strong earnings and as the secular shift to e-commerce accelerates significantly.

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Don’t Trust the Market Rally? Buy This Stock

| Ryan Vanzo

The market rally has pushed prices higher, but if you're nervous about another downturn, load up on Hydro One Limited…

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Fortis (TSX:FTS) Stock Is Backed by Another Solid Earnings Result

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis stock ranks high due to the predictability of its revenue and dividend, as demonstrated in its first-quarter earnings result.

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Shopify Stock Just Expanded its Potential Market by $9 Trillion

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock could emerge from 2020 stronger than before. Its recent moves expand its potential market by trillions…

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Income Investors: With a 5.5% Yield, TD Bank (TSX:TD) Is a Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

If there is a prolonged economic slowdown, you will need to pick the right bank. Holding a diversified bank like…

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Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Is on an Absolute Tear

| Adam Othman

Shopify has been one of TSX's top growth stock for a while now. Currently, it's also a potent element in…

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Is This Canada’s Most Defensive Dividend Stock?

| Victoria Hetherington

Canadian National Railway Co. (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is one of the most strongly diversified dividend stocks on the TSX. Here’s why else…

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1 Stock to Buy and 1 to Ignore in the COVID-19 Pandemic

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is very volatile amid the COVID-19 uncertainty. It is better to avoid high-risk airline stocks and switch…

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Stock Market Rally in May? 3 Metrics to Watch

| Victoria Hetherington

Stocks like Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) track the economy. Here’s what else to look out for.

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Global Recession: Is It Time to Look at Gold Stocks?

| Andrew Button

If the global recession gets worse, gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) could be good buys.

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After a Solid Q1, Top TSX Gold Stocks Look Set for New Peaks

| Vineet Kulkarni

Strong quarterly earnings along with higher physical gold prices could push TSX gold miner stocks further higher. Should you buy?

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Should You Buy Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) After its Steep Dividend Cut?

| Vineet Kulkarni

After a steep dividend cut and a record first-quarter loss, what should Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) investors do?

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash 2020: Will Royal Bank of Canada Stock Move Lower?

| Aditya Raghunath

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) stock remains a compelling buy for long-term income investors who seek large but safe dividends.

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Canadians: 2 Reasons Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock Is a Steal Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and other energy stocks have been pummeled in 2020, but there are positive signs ahead as we…

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Canada’s Loonie Could Plummet: Get Ready for a 60-Cent Dollar

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The depreciation of the loonie is almost certain with the massive financial support the Canadian government is extending during the…

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TSX Stocks: 1 Industry I’d Avoid in 2020

| Daniel Da Costa

With coronavirus here to stay for the foreseeable future, I'd caution investors to avoid buying TSX stocks in this one…

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