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3 Canadian Companies Powering the AI Revolution [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Motley Fool Staff

AI energy consumption is expected to double by 2026, and these companies could be set to profit from the boom.

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10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2025 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

The Motley Fool's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go…

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Can You Guess the 10 Most Popular Canadian Stocks? (If You Own Them, You Might Be Losing Out.)

| Iain Butler

The list is woefully predictable.

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Just Released: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

The Motley Fool's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go…

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Just Released: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in February 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Making money investing in stocks is not hard -- often, all you need is patience.

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TFSA Investors: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Motley Fool Stock Advisor's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I…

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Just Released: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in January 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Let’s cut to the chase: It’s absolutely true that shares of Redfin, an online real estate platform, have fallen 93%…

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Just Released: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Our yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go first?”

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3 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy in March

| Robin Brown

The market has lots to worry about, but you can find safety in these three top-quality, Canadian, compounding stocks.

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Prep Your TFSA to Avoid Big Losses in 2022

| Adam Othman

Consider investing in these two stocks in your TFSA to offset some of the losses that might happen in 2022…

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Safety or Growth: Why Not Both?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want to protect your TFSA, but also see massive growth, there isn't a stock out there much better…

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The Best TSX Fertilizer and Potash Stock to Buy Amid Russia-Ukraine War

| Jitendra Parashar

This TSX fertilizer and potash stock could rally as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war continues to worsen the supply.

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Why Brookfield Stock Popped 10% Today

| Jitendra Parashar

Brookfield Business Partners stock jumped by more than 10% on Tuesday after it completed the creation of Brookfield Business Corporation.

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2 Cheap Stocks to Own Through a Market Crash

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master (TSX:TOY) and this other dirt-cheap stock could prove to be great buys as the market correction gets worse…

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Interest Rate Hikes: Are Utility Stocks in Trouble?

| Kay Ng

Are you worried about your utility stocks in anticipation of higher interest rates? I'll discuss Fortis and Brookfield Renewable as…

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Why NFI Stock Is a Screaming Buy Today

| Jitendra Parashar

NFI stock has seen more than 50% value erosion in the last 52 weeks.

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Are You in Your 20s? 3 Stocks to Retire as a Millionaire

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian companies have strong growth prospects and have the potential to deliver stellar returns.

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1 Oversold Stock Poised to Bounce Back in the Second Half of 2022

| Joey Frenette

Parkland Fuel (TSX:PKI) stock is one of many value stocks that Canadian investors should consider buying in the face of…

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3 Reasons to Pass on Air Canada Stock Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite Air Canada stock trading at $20, here are three reasons why I would pass on the struggling Canadian business…

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2 Oversold Stocks to Buy for a Second-Quarter Relief Rally

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) could be the two best Canadian stocks to buy for a relief rally in…

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2 Top Canadian Growth Stocks With Soaring Revenue and Falling Share Prices

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite these two top Canadian growth stocks consistently growing their revenue, their share prices have fallen lately, creating some significant…

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Russia-Ukraine War Changed the World for Airlines: Air Canada Stock Down 16%

| Puja Tayal

The Russia-Ukraine war has put bans on international skies and changed the airlines' world. Is this the time to buy…

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2 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Before a Big Rally

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks have sold off recently. Before they inevitably rebound again, they are two of the…

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This Beginner-Friendly Stock Could Outperform “Sexy Stocks” in 2022

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a boring dividend stock that could actually finish the year much higher than the sexy growth stocks…

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2 Beginner TSX Stocks to Buy in a Volatile Market

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Canadians looking to invest in a volatile market should have these two top TSX stocks on their watch lists in…

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Is Shopify Stock Overdue for a Big Correction to the Upside?

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a great company, but tough times have caused shares to implode. When it bounces, the correction to…

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3 Canadian Stocks Analysts Think Can Gain at Least 50% Over the Next Year

| Daniel Da Costa

According to analysts, these three Canadian stocks offer investors some of the best value in the highly volatile market environment…

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Young Investors: Warren Buffett’s Returns Prove That Now Is the Time to Start Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

Let's look at how much money we could make in a TFSA, earning Buffett-like returns over a long time horizon.

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TFSA Investors: 3 Canadian REITs to Buy for Monthly Income

| Kay Ng

If you want passive monthly income, consider owning quality Canadian REITs in your Tax-Free Savings Account!

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3 Top Stocks to Buy in March While They’re Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

With many stocks on the market selling off considerably, here are three of the top growth stocks to buy in…

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CP Rail Stock: Bill Ackman Is Buying; Why You Should, Too

| Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) looks undervalued following news that bilionaire investor Bill Ackman punched his ticket into the name.

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Low-Risk Investors: These Are the Safest Bond ETFs to Buy as Interest Rates Rise

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investors with a low risk tolerance should consider buying one of these bond ETFs.

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My Top 3 ETFs for March 2022

| Puja Tayal

In times of crisis, index ETFs are a good option. They give you exposure to large-cap stocks that have withstood…

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Interested in Investing? Now Is a Great Time to Get Started

| Jed Lloren

With the market continuing to trade downward, new investors have an opportunity to buy shares at very cheap prices. Here…

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2 Dependable TSX Stocks to Buy in a Volatile Market

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Don’t let the market’s volatility keep you from investing today. Here are two top TSX stocks that should be on…

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Low-Risk Investors: 3 Ways to Create the Classic 60/40 Portfolio

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The 60/40 investment portfolio is ideal for investors seeking a balanced approach with lower risk.

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New Investor? 1 Great Starter Stock to Buy Right Now Amid Market Panic

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is so severely undervalued that I think new investors should look to buy on recent weakness.

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How Top Canadian Companies Are Responding to the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s how the top Canadian companies are showing solidarity with Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

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Why Now (Yes, Now!) Is the Best Time to Invest

| Kay Ng

The stock market will go up and down. Here's why you should invest immediately to help secure your financial future!

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New to Investing? Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Buy TSX Stocks

| Robin Brown

Are you a new investor? Here's why buying top-quality TSX stocks in a bear market is one of the best…

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Is Now the Best Time to Buy Stocks Since the Start of the Pandemic?

| Daniel Da Costa

With several high-quality Canadian stocks trading well off their 52-week highs, now is the time to buy the best Canadian…

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3 Canadian Stocks to Buy to Help You Beat Inflation

| Daniel Da Costa

With inflation having a significant impact on our economy today, here are three of the best Canadian stocks to buy.

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2 Horizons ETFs Every Canadian Investor Should Own

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Horizon's lineup of Total Return (TR) ETFs are great for taxable accounts. Let's look at my top two picks.

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These 3 TSX Stocks Could Carry Your Portfolio in the Long Run

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that could carry your portfolio in the long run? Here are three top stocks!

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Should You Borrow to Invest in a Market Correction?

| Kay Ng

A market crash is happening in parts of the stock market. Should you borrow to invest? Here are the pros…

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Stocks for Beginners: 3 Solid Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

New to investing but don't want too much risk? Here are three reliable dividend stocks to build a fortress-like investment…

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Nervous About the Market? Here’s What to Do if it Continues to Fall

| Jed Lloren

The market continues to worry investors. Here’s what you should do if it stays on its current trajectory.

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1 of the Best Cheap Stocks to Help You “Stay” Rich

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is one intriguing value stock that could be ready to outperform even as rates begin to rise.

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