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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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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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The Real TSX Stock Market Crash Hasn’t Even Hit Yet

| Victoria Hetherington

Investors can forget the coronavirus market crash. A far worse situation is coming, but stocks like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can…

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This TSX Growth Stock Could Make You Healthy and Wealthy!

| Robin Brown

You can earn long-term health and wealth by buying this TSX growth stock.

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2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Kay Ng

Buy top Canadian stocks for substantial gains in the long run and to sleep well at night.

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The Coronavirus Market Crash Is Shredding This Asset Class

| Victoria Hetherington

Until the coronavirus crash, this asset class was a highly defensive source of dividends. So should Canadians still buy trusts…

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How to Navigate the Coronavirus Bear Market Like Warren Buffett

| Joey Frenette

Warren Buffett sold some airlines at a loss on the recent bounce in the market and may be ready to…

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Market Crash Alert: TD Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Just Plunged 22%

| Kay Ng

This stock market crash is not over yet. So, space out your buys to ensure you have cash to put…

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RRSP Stocks: 4 Great Wide-Moat TSX Names to Buy and Hold

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) and three other names make excellent RRSP stocks at the moment.

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Dollarama (TSX:DOL) Is a Must-Buy for the Post-Pandemic Period

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) looks well poised to outperform when the post-pandemic recession finally hits the Canadian economy.

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4 Top TSX Cannabis Stocks to Buy in April

| Victoria Hetherington

Investors seeking top TSX cannabis stocks should stick with bigger names with decent cash runways, such as Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC).

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Retirement Stocks: 1 Great Name for Canadians to Buy in April

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why investors seeking only the best Canadian retirement stocks should take a look at the great rack record of…

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2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy for a Coronavirus Recession

| Victoria Hetherington

Looking for top TSX stocks that could beat a coronavirus recession? Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and at least one other stock…

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Warren Buffett: What’s the Deal With Berkshire Hathaway’s (NYSE:BRK.B) Airline Divestments?

| Joey Frenette

Warren Buffett's latest airline share sale is confusing, but I still don't think Canadians should ditch Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B).

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Warren Buffett Advice: How to Build Great Wealth

| Kay Ng

Build great wealth by following Warren Buffett's advice in stock investing. Here are some examples with wonderful businesses and ETFs…

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2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy in April 2020

| Kay Ng

Looking for safe dividend income? Consider these top dividend stocks, including Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock, for April 2020 and beyond.

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4 Great Canadian Stocks to Buy With Social Distancing Built In

| Victoria Hetherington

Great Canadian stocks like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and three others have been resilient during the market crash. Here’s why they’re…

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Is Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock an Upside Machine in Disguise?

| Victoria Hetherington

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is a falling knife. But has it hit the bottom, and just how much upside could it…

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Market Crash: Bank on Safe Dividend Stocks

| Kay Ng

In a market crash, it's super helpful to buy safe dividend stocks for juicy passive income. Bank on these 5-6%…

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Young Investors: 2 Great Options for Junior Mining Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Young Investor Alert! See my top two junior mining picks: Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) and VanEck Vectors Jr. Gold Miners ETF…

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5 Top TSX Stocks to Invest $5,000 in This April

| Victoria Hetherington

You may have $5,000 to invest this month, or you may have $1,000. From Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) to four other…

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How to Retire as a Passive Landlord in This Market Crash

| Kay Ng

The market crash allows investors to buy high-yield REITs at super attractive valuations. Become a passive landlord to enjoy their…

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Market Crash: 2 Stocks I Wouldn’t Touch With a Barge Pole

| Joey Frenette

Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and another stock that prudent investors would be wise to avoid in the face of a…

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A “Stay-at-Home” Stock to Buy Right Now!

| Joey Frenette

A "stay-at-home" stock can help your portfolio hold its own, as the pandemic and looming recession continue to take a…

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Coronavirus

Is a V-Shaped Recovery on the Way for Stocks?

| Joey Frenette

Should investors brace themselves for a sharp V-shaped recovery, as some pundits in the mainstream financial media are predicting will…

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2 Top TSX Defensive Stocks to Own in a Recession

| Robin Brown

Buy these two defensive TSX companies that are providing essentials services during the COVID-19 crisis.

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6 Great Canadian Retirement Stocks to Buy in April

| Victoria Hetherington

If you’re buying retirement stocks, names like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) will likely see even deeper discounts this month.

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TFSA Stocks: 4 TSX Companies to Buy in the Market Crash

| Victoria Hetherington

TFSA stocks like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) fit all sorts of investment strategies right now, from value investing to contrarian buying

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TFSA Investors: If You’ve Got $6,000, Buy This Dividend Stock Right Now

| Joey Frenette

TFSA investors should look to safe dividend stocks like Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN), as market-wide uncertainties mount.

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Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) a Must-Buy at $15?

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) looks unsustainably undervalued, but does it still make sense to buy given the headwinds that will plague…

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Market Crash: Defensive Stocks for Conservative Investors

| Kay Ng

Defensive stocks give investors a peace of mind. Here are a list of defensive dividend stocks you can consider in…

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New TSX Investors: Now Is the Time to Buy “Forever Stocks”

| Victoria Hetherington

Stocks like Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) are a great buy for new investors seeking the best TSX names to buy…

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Forget the Price War: 2 Great Canadian Oil Stocks to Buy in April

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and one other Canadian oil stock are strong contrarian plays for the long-term value investor.

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Optimize Your Investment Strategy During Market Volatility

| Robin Brown

The stock markets have crashed, but take control with a measured, rational investment strategy.

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Market Crash: The Best Ways to Invest $5,000

| Kay Ng

Don't know what to do with $5,000? Divide it evenly in these awesome stocks that will benefit from this market…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Is a Great Contrarian Buy Right Now

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two great Canadian names for contrarians to buy cheap and…

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A Canadian REIT That Income Investors Should Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) is one of many severely undervalued Canadian REITs that income investors should pounce on amid the market…

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Market Crash: Dividend Kings Are Must Buys

| Joey Frenette

In a stock market crash, investors should maintain cautious optimism and opt for quality with Dividend Kings like Bank of…

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Warren Buffett Invests Like This as Stocks Tank!

| Joey Frenette

Instead of wasting time with predicting market bottoms, Warren Buffett makes these calculated moves when the bargains come to be…

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Is This the Perfect TSX Growth Stock for a 2020 Market Rally?

| Victoria Hetherington

It’s going to get worse before it gets better. But when coronavirus markets rally, Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) could…

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2 Defensive Stocks to Buy on the TSX in 2020

| Kay Ng

Low-risk investors should consider these defensive stocks that offer safe and growing dividends.

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Bank Stocks

This Canadian Bank Stock Is a Better Buy Than Air Canada (TSX:AC)

| Kay Ng

What risks are you taking for the reward you're getting? You can triple your money with these two stocks but…

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