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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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Want to Invest in the NASDAQ as a Canadian? Here Are 2 Ways You Can

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The NASDAQ 100 Index is a fantastic long-term buy-and-hold for your portfolio, with several ETFs offering affordable, easy exposure.

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3 Discounted Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Robin Brown

If you want to succeed in investing you have to buy in bear markets. Here are three Canadian growth stocks…

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Stock Market Pullback: Why Another Could Come Soon

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A stock market crash looks incredibly likely with a highly valued market, inflation, and interest rates converging. So what should…

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2 Top TSX ETF Stocks to Buy in February

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

ETFs are perfect for TSX investors wanting to save time and money while investing in the S&P/TSX.

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Looking for Cheap Stocks in Canada? Here Are 2 Top Ones to Buy Now

| Jitendra Parashar

If you’re hunting for cheap stocks in the Canadian market, then you must pay attention to these seemingly two dirt-cheap…

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Forget BlackBerry: 2 Top Growth Stocks You Can Own Until Retirement

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Blackberry had periods of rapid share price growth last year, if you're investing for retirement, these two stocks offer…

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2 Profitable Growth Stocks to Beat Inflation

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is one of many dividend growth studs I'd look to buy in February as markets sink.

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5 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now for Strong Overall Returns

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is recovering from its bearishness. Now is the time to buy these five TSX stocks and increase…

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What 2 Passive Retirement Portfolios May Look Like

| Kay Ng

Do you want to enjoy passive investing during retirement? Here are some ideas as food for thought.

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Tired of Stock Picking? Replace Your Entire Portfolio With Just One ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investing shouldn't be a chore or a guessing game. Buy this ETF to keep it hands-off and relaxing.

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Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) Stock Flirts With New Highs: Higher Highs Up Ahead?

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is a stealth EV charging play that could rocket to new heights over the next few years.

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Price Performer in ’22: 1 Auto Parts Stock With a 450% Upside

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A cheap and obscure auto parts stock could be a high-flyer in 2022 due to the alternative fuel auto industry…

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Forget Buying Stocks and Bonds: Hold These All-in-One ETFs Instead

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Keeping your holdings simple and fees low is the key to creating a successful investment portfolio.

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3 Top Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy for Investors of All Risk Tolerances

| Daniel Da Costa

In this market environment, these three top Canadian growth stocks are some of the best investments that you can buy…

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These 2 Cheap Canadian Stocks Are the Best to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to invest your money today these two Canadian stocks are easily some of the best and cheapest…

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Want to Invest in the S&P 500 as a Canadian? Here Are 3 Ways You Can

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The S&P 500 Index is a fantastic long-term buy-and-hold for your portfolio, with several ETFs offering affordable, easy exposure.

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2 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Before Earnings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks have earnings coming in next week, and I'd consider taking on a small stake as both…

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4 Cheap TSX Growth Stocks That Pay Great Dividends

| Robin Brown

TSX growth stocks that pay dividends are presenting very attractive value today. Here are four top stocks for value, income,…

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2 ETFs for Safety in This Volatile Market

| Andrew Button

If you're looking for a relatively less volatile passive income source, you could consider the BMO Equal Weight Banks ETF…

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2 of the Best Cheap Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Jitendra Parashar

These two cheap stocks on the TSX could stage a handsome recovery soon. Here’s why.

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3 Retirement Plans for a Smooth Transition Into Retirement

| Kay Ng

What retirement investment strategy should you use?

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3 Stocks in My TFSA That I’m Not Selling, Regardless of What Happens in 2022

| Jed Lloren

Investors shouldn’t worry too much about short-term declines in value caused by temporary economic hurdles.

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Why BlackBerry Stock Is a Steal Below $10

| Jitendra Parashar

These reasons make BlackBerry stock look very cheap at its current market price below $10 per share.

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How to Create a “Lazy” Canadian Investment Portfolio With Just 2 ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

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

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Worried About Rising Rates? 1 TSX Stock to Build Wealth in 2022

| Joey Frenette

IA Financial (TSX:IAG) won't make you rich, but it can help new investors build wealth even as interest rates rise…

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Follow This Warren Buffett Rule as Equity Markets Remain Volatile

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's why investing in an S&P 500 Index ETF is a top bet for long-term equity investors.

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3 Remarkably Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy Today

| Robin Brown

Canadian stocks that compound are tough to find at a fair price. Here are three cheap, reliable growth stocks to…

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2 TSX Value Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) and another top TSX value stock that I'd look to buy in March 2022.

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3 ETF High-Growth TSX Stocks to Buy in February

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are TSX stocks rebounding right now, but they still offer risk. These ETFs are therefore perfect to get high…

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2 Cheap Stocks in Canada to Buy in February 2022

| Jitendra Parashar

These two cheap stocks in Canada have seen a correction lately, making their stocks look attractive to buy now.

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3 Undervalued TSX Stocks to Buy in February

| Robin Brown

The recent correction in TSX stocks is creating opportunities for long-thinking investors. Here are three undervalued stocks to buy in…

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2 Canadian Stocks to Buy That Are Perfect for Your TFSA!

| Daniel Da Costa

Looking to invest your capital but want to save on taxes? Here are two perfect Canadian stocks to buy for…

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3 Unbelievably Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

After the recent sell-off in tech stocks, here are three extremely cheap growth stocks that are all worth a look…

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Want Superior Returns? Buy These 2 TSX Industrial Stocks Now!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A pair of undervalued industrial stocks could deliver superior returns in one year once they climb to their ‘real’ values.

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Want Exposure to Emerging Markets? Buy These Top Canadian ETFs

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to diversify your portfolio and find investments outside North America, here are two of the top ETFs…

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Build a Diversified Portfolio With These 3 ETFs

| Jed Lloren

Are you interested in building a diversified portfolio but don’t want to spend too much time following individual companies? Here…

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2 Stocks to Sell This Month

| Demetris Afxentiou

Unfortunately, not all stocks will remain great investments for the long term. Here are two stocks that investors should look…

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2 Canadian Stocks Under $10 to Buy Now for a TFSA in 2022

| Joey Frenette

Goodfood Market (TSX:FOOD) and StorageVault Canada (TSX:SVI) are Canadian stocks under $10 that may be worth buying on the TSX…

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Want Stocks for Your TFSA You Never Have to Sell? Here Are 3 to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy the top Canadian stocks for your TFSA that you can own for years and never…

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Looking to Buy Value Stocks? They Don’t Get Much Cheaper Than These 2

| Daniel Da Costa

If you want to take advantage of the recent volatility and buy stocks while they're cheap and offer a tonne…

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