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Stocks for Beginners

To learn more about Stocks for Beginners, take a look at our Guide to How to Start Investing in Canada for all the details.

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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

Got $1,500? You Can Confidently Add These 3 Stocks to Your Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Do you have $1,500 that you’re hoping to invest? Here are three stocks to add to your portfolio!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Cheap Stocks I’d Buy in Bulk Before a Bull Market Arrives

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

All three of these cheap stocks trade in value territory, and offer up dividends you can lock up before the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Things You Need to Know if You Buy NorthWest REIT Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This REIT holds a super high dividend yield at 7.2%, but before you invest here is exactly what investors need…

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Stocks for Beginners

All-Time Highs, Next-Level Gains: 2 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Watch

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two top stocks continue to climb, but there are more than enough reasons why investors should continue to keep…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Fast-Growing Passive Income? Here are 3 Long-Term Dividend Stocks

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some fast-growing passive income options? Here are three that can provide for decades which belong in your portfolio…

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are My Top 5 Undervalued Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These five top stocks have performed so well, and yet remain completely undervalued for investors to consider today.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Ridiculously Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you looking for growth at a good price? These two growth stocks may be climbing but have far more…

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3 Stocks to Buy While They Are on Sale

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some of the best stocks to buy? Here are a handful of options that can provide growth and…

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Energy Stocks

What’s Going on With Brookfield Renewable Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BEP stock (TSX:BEP.UN) has been stagnating in share price, but there are still many catalysts that should drive the price…

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Tech Stocks

Tech Treasures: 2 Undervalued Software Stocks to Watch

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two software stocks have a bright future, according to analysts, and a bright present for investors getting in on…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income: 3 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Hold for a Lifetime

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for passive income that lasts? These three dividend stocks offer some of the best long-term growth opportunities, and dividends…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Dollarama Stock Keeps Going Up

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama stock (TSX:DOL) continues to climb, with shares up 35% in 2024 alone. But does that mean the best has…

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Stocks for Beginners

4 Stocks Under $50 New Investors Can Buy Confidently

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These four stocks are some of the best options for new investors, with share prices under $50 that anyone can…

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This BMO ETF is a great way to kick-start a diversified beginner investment portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This Index Fund

| Kay Ng

One of the best ways to invest in stocks without any experience is through investing in a market-wide fund.

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Stocks for Beginners

Waiting for a Market Pullback With the S&P 500 at All-Time Highs? Here’s Why You Probably Shouldn’t

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The S&P 500 may still be climbing past all-time highs, but that doesn't necessarily mean you should be sitting on…

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.5% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock with a 6.4% dividend yield could be your long-term ticket to financial freedom on a monthly basis!

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Dividend Stocks

3 Growth Stocks That Could Make You Richer in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks are climbing higher and higher, but there is certainly more to come for these companies.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s Why I Might Change My Mind and Buy BCE Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock offers a high yield, but that's not necessarily worth it if it can't achieve this one thing.…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Stocks You’ll Be Glad You Bought at These Prices

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three stocks are some of the best undervalued companies out there according to analysts, and it's time to get…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Stocks to Buy Right Now With $500

| Christopher Liew, CFA

$500 is the perfect amount to get started in the stock market and buy two low-priced stocks that could deliver…

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Dividend Stocks

Prediction: These 2 Canadian Bank Stocks Are Next in Line to Pop

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two Canadian banks are climbing, but still have so much more room to run. And with the highest dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

If You’d Invested $1,000 in Canadian Tire Stock in 2014, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian Tire stock (TSX:CTC.A) is the ultimate Canadian stock. And yet it hasn't been the ultimate stock in terms of…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Roaring Stocks to Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, there are stocks roaring upwards in the last year, but these three can claim doing it for decades.

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Stocks for Beginners

Growth Spurt: 2 TSX Stocks Set to Skyrocket

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for growth that lasts? These two TSX stocks may be up, but there is so much more to come…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Stock to Steer Clear of

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE stock (TSX:BCE) has been under immense pressure this year, and it doesn't look like it's going to improve any…

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Tech Stocks

This is the Best AI Stock to Buy Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When it comes to AI stocks, Nvidia stock should jump to mind. But don't forget about the absolute dominance of…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginners: 4 TSX Stocks I’d Buy Right Away!

| Kay Ng

Beginner investors should explore these stocks, which offer nice dividend income and good long-term returns potential.

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Stocks for Beginners

Where to Invest $10,000 in a Bullish Market

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF is the perfect compliment to a Canadian stock portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Reasons to Buy RioCan Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want to generate a reliable monthly income? Instead of buying a rental property, buy RioCan stock. Here's three reasons why.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFII Stock Is Rising, But I’m Worried About This 1 Thing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFII (TSX:TFII) stock is in a strong position heading into earnings, up 10% in the last month. But there's one…

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Beginner Investors: 5 Top Canadian Stocks for 2024

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Five Canadian stocks are suitable and profitable investment options for first-timers in 2024.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best Stocks to Invest $10,000 in Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

The best stocks to buy for your portfolio can provide decades of growth and income-earning potential. Here are three to…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever             

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for the best Canadian stocks to buy and hold? Here are three options to add to your TFSA today…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: 5 Top Canadian Stocks for 2024

| Kay Ng

Here's a nice basket of solid stocks that beginner investors can consider investing in today!

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Stocks for Beginners

The 4 Stocks That Beginning Canadian Investors Should Start Out With

| Robin Brown

New to investing and wondering how to start? Here's a four- stock portfolio a Canadian can use to build wealth…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Jitendra Parashar

In addition to their track record of yielding solid returns in the long run, the strong fundamentals of these two…

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Stocks for Beginners

Top 10 Tips to Boost Your Savings in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you looking for more in 2024? These are the stocks and ETFs to get you there as well as…

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Stocks for Beginners

Early Retirement: Strategies for Financial Independence by 50

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking to retire early? Here are the top points to consider, as well as the lesser known items that could…

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Stocks for Beginners

Retirement Planning in a Bull Market: How to Adjust Your Strategy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Worried about your retirement portfolio during a bull market? Here are the top steps to take, and where to continue…

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Energy Stocks

3 Incredibly Cheap Energy Stocks to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for growth at a great price? These three cheap energy stocks offer that, along with stellar dividends!

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best Stocks to Buy With $10,000 Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

Are you looking for some of the best stocks to buy right now? Here are two options to consider buying…

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