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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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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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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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Dividend Stocks

How Much SmartCentres REIT to Buy to Retire on Dividends Alone

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There's a reason this stock starts with "smart," making it a smart investment any investor will want on hand.

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2 TSX Stocks With Huge Upside as the U.S. Dollar Strengthens

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investors wanting to protect their future need safe Canadian stocks, like these two on the TSX today.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: How to Turn $5,000 Into $50,000 Tax-Free!

| Robin Brown

The TFSA is the best place to invest for growth. Here are some stocks that turned $5,000 into $50,000 in…

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Stocks for Beginners

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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Dividend Stocks

I’d Invest $5,000 in This 7.5% Monthly Dividend Stock Before the Market Catches On

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Need some extra cash coming in? Then this dividend stock is the first place investors will want to look.

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This Top TSX Stock Could Be the Perfect Buy During a Housing Correction

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want a stock you can buy and hold for decades as housing ramps up, this is the one…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Build a $1,000 Monthly Income Stream With Just These 2 Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you need some extra income, and don't we all, these are some of the best recommended stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

The Single Stock I’d Buy to Protect My TFSA During U.S. Trade Tensions

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Worried about trade tensions? Then get in on this company that will remain essential. No matter what.

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Tech Stocks

AI Is Taking Off in Canada, so Here’s the 1 Stock to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Not all tech stocks are created equal, and this Canadian super star stock is one of them.

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Dividend Stocks

1 CRA-Friendly Stock Delivering Decades of Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Not only is this dividend stock essential, it's growing! Making it a top choice on the TSX today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock to Buy if the CRA Tightens TFSA Rules

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If there's one thing we all need, it's food. And that's why this dividend stock is a perfect investment.

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Versus Canadian Natural Resources: The Energy Stock I’d Buy on Climbing Oil

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two powerhouse energy stocks deserve attention, so let's get into them.

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Tech Stocks

Why This Tech Stock Could Be the Next Shopify

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This offshoot of Constellation Software is becoming a powerhouse all on its own.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Sky Rocket With a Rate Cut

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Having trouble sleeping at night over your investments? Then consider these two for a passive income portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

This 7% Monthly Dividend Stock Could Be Your Secret to Early Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Listen up, you could have an early retirement with this monthly dividend stock, and consistency!

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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn $25,000 Into $250,000 From Monthly Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Let's look at the magic that is compounding, and why monthly dividend stocks like these are a strong option.

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Energy Stocks

I’d Buy This 6.8% Energy Stock Before Oil Prices Spike Again

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Global tensions have caused oil prices to surge up and down. If that volatility arises again, here's one stock to…

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Tech Stocks

This 1 Stock Could be the Future of Crypto and AI in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Hut stock is a more diversified way to get into not just Bitcoin, but AI! Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Monthly Payers to Own During a Geopolitical Meltdown

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If global markets come crashing down, here are two monthly dividend stocks to have on hand.

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Stocks for Beginners

The TSX Stock I’d Buy Now if You’re Worried About a U.S. Recession

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When it comes to dividend stocks that can be as predictable as the sunset, then this one stands out.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks Built to Survive Any Global Shock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The world has been shaken up these last few months and really years! So, here's how to protect your portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Stock That Could Explode as Canada Launches Tariff Retaliation

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Should tariffs get further out of hand, this stock could go bananas.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks to Buy Now if You Think Interest Rates Are Peaking

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Interest rates may have peaked, and if that's the case, these stocks look mighty interesting.

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Dividend Stocks

A 6.3% Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold While the Fed Pauses

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With CRA changes, Fed pauses, and more economic uncertainty, we can at least be certain about this dividend stock.

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The Best Stock to Own if You Think the Loonie is About to Rise

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If the Loonie rises, this Canadian icon could take off.

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Dividend Stocks

I’d Invest $10,000 in This TSX Stock Before Canada’s Bond Yields Spike

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bond yields on the rise? Here's how to protect your investments.

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Dividend Stocks

Retire Rich: How to Earn $1,000 per Month From This 7.2% Dividend Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Need income each and every month? It could cost a pretty penny, but more frequent payouts mean you can compound…

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Dividend Stocks

The Single 3.6% Monthly Dividend Stock I’d Buy to Protect Against Inflation

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Monthly income can be a game changer in a world of inflation, especially with a yield almost triple the inflation…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Reasons CCL Industries Is a Must-Buy for Long-Term Investors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If there's one way to guarantee future income, it's from essentials like those offered by this company.

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A $25,000 Method for Building Wealth Over the Next Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These four stocks could certainly help investors gain some ground not only in the short term, but even the next…

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Invest $5,000 for Both Safety and Growth Potential

| Brian Paradza, CFA

These Canadian ETFs could help instantly diversify your investment and safely protect capital as you search for high-conviction growth stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Building a $40,000 Portfolio That Can Weather Economic Downturns

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Stop messing around and look for stability with these four top stock choices.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Structure a $49,000 Portfolio for Both Growth and Preservation

| Kay Ng

A well-structured portfolio should provide long-term upside while mitigating downside risk.

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Dividend Stocks

A $42,000 TFSA Approach for Different Economic Scenarios

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Consider these TFSA investment approaches to navigate Canada's uncertain economy over the next 3 to 5 years

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Dividend Stocks

3 Magnificent Stocks to Buy That Are Near 52-Week Lows

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks are some of the best options, and all at incredibly reasonable price points.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Invest $21,000 Across Three Years of TFSA Contributions

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're hoping to gain some growth in the future, these three are top options.

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Dividend Stocks

Goeasy Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This stock has been a sure winner in the past, but does that look likely in the future?

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3 Stocks to Own in All Market Cycles

| Puja Tayal

No one can time the market as it is influenced by factors beyond anyone’s control. You can navigate market cycles…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $1 Million in Retirement? 3 Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want to reach retirement sooner as opposed to later? Here are some stocks to get you there.

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Tech Stocks

The Smart Way to Invest $7,000 in Your TFSA Before Year-End

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Don’t let indecision steal 6 months of tax-free growth from your portfolio. Here’s how I’d invest a $7,000 TFSA contribution…

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