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Stocks for Beginners

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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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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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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

Does Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Have Better Value or Momentum Stats Right Now? The Data Surprised Me

| Victoria Hetherington

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) looks like it's great value. But is it a better momentum stock at the end of the…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 “Smart Money” Income Securities That You Wouldn’t Think Could Make You Rich!

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) and WPT Industrial REIT (TSX:WIR.U) are TFSA millionaire-maker securities that aren't at all "sexy".

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Panic: This TSX Index Tumble Could Make You Rich If You Have a Game Plan!

| Joey Frenette

Any time macro fears send Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) shares off the rails, investors should pick up shares of…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 3 Dividend Stars to Help You Build a Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and another two dividend stocks might be interesting RRSP picks right now.

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A Top Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold in Your TFSA for Decades

| Haris Anwar

Here is why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is one of my top picks for TFSA investors for 2019.

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Dividend Stocks

Yes, Even Boring Stocks Like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) Could Make You a TFSA Millionaire

| Joey Frenette

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a millionaire-maker stock that most investors overlook.

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3 Oversold Stocks to Put in Your 2019 TFSA Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and another two top Canadian stocks should be on your TFSA radar right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Value Alert: Snap Up Tumbling BMO (TSX:BMO) Stock Before It Recovers!

| Victoria Hetherington

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is nosediving: here's why that makes it the perfect value opportunity.

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Tech Stocks

Take Action: 1 Easy Strategy to Generate Yield From Non-Dividend Stocks

| Kris Knutson

With valuation much lower, use this simple strategy to mitigate risk and generate a yield from your non-dividend paying stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

The 5 Biggest Bubbles of 2018 and Beyond

| Kris Knutson

It is very difficult to spot bubbles, but after they burst, it's possible to speculate on decimated stocks like Hive…

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Has Great Appeal for TFSA Investors

| Haris Anwar

Here is what that makes Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) stock so attractive to own in your TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

New Investors: Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Is a Must-Have +6% Dividend Stock for Your Holiday Wish List

| Victoria Hetherington

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a strong buy this holiday season. Take a look at the data and decide for yourself.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Dividend Investors: 3 Attractive Beaten-Up Stocks With 5% Yields

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and another two top Canadian companies deserve to be on your radar today.

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Stocks for Beginners

Should You Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock for Your RRSP Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) are trading near their 2018 lows.…

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Stocks for Beginners

Danger: Aphria (TSX:APHA) Stock Is a Nosediving Liability

| Victoria Hetherington

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) is a dangerous stock that could lose investors a fortune, but could it present a value opportunity?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Start Your TFSA Retirement Fund in 2019

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) (NYSE:TD) and two other top Canadian dividend stocks might be interesting TFSA picks right now.

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) a Top Canadian Stock for RRSP Investors in 2019?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) just raised its dividend. Is this the right time to own the stock?

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Energy Stocks

2 Top TSX Index Stocks That Could Outperform in 2019

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) and another unloved TSX giant could be attractive 2019 picks right now. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Should You Buy Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are both leaders in their respective markets. Is one a better…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 3 Stocks for Your Dividend Focused Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) and another two top Canadian companies might be attractive RRSP picks today. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Dividend Stock Is One of the Best Picks for 2019

| Haris Anwar

Here is why Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is one of the best dividend stocks to own in 2019.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Strategies for TFSA Investing

| Kris Knutson

Whether you are a conservative dividend investor with stocks such as Telus Inc. (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) or a risk taker, choose a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Oversold Stocks to Consider for Your TFSA Right Now

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Nutrien (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) and another Canadian industry leader deserve to be on your TFSA radar today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Growth Stocks I’d Buy With an Extra $6,000 in TFSA Funds

| Joey Frenette

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) are two dividend aristocrats that I'd buy for my TFSA in…

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Dividend Stocks

This Value Miner Is a Top TSX Index Stock for December

| Victoria Hetherington

Popular metals stock, Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) is a buy this month, with attractive valuation and a positive outlook.

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) a Dangerous Stock or a TSX Index Hero?

| Victoria Hetherington

Should nervous investors steer clear of Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) in the face of market uncertainty?

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Dividend Stocks

Energy Stocks Like These Are Powering the TSX Index – But Should You Buy?

| Victoria Hetherington

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) looks like a buy after a good week for energy stocks – but does one competitor…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Top Stocks at 52-Week Lows With Attractive Dividends

| Andrew Walker

Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) and another two companies just hit new 2018 lows. Are these stocks now oversold?

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3 Top TSX Index Stocks to Buy in a Market Correction

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) (NYSE:CNI) and another two top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your radar today.

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) or Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) for Your RRSP?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) (NYSE:TD) and Fortis (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS) are two of Canada's top dividend-growth stocks. Is one a better RRSP…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: Tame Volatility With Ray Dalio’s Smart “All-Weather” Approach

| Joey Frenette

Want to invest like Ray Dalio? These Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) ETFs are a must-own.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Rising Dividend Stocks for the 2019 TFSA Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Algonquin Power and Utilities (TSX:AQN) (NYSE:AQN) and another two top Canadian dividend stocks might be attractive TFSA picks…

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2 Ideal Dividend Stocks to Beef Up Your TFSA in 2019

| Haris Anwar

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is one of the two dividend stocks that look attractive for TFSA investors in 2019.

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Strategies for a Market Recovery

| Kris Knutson

When the market begins to recover, it is a good time to assess your strategies for stocks like BCE Inc.…

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Try This Alternative Income Strategy

| Kris Knutson

Using a small amount of preferred shares from strong companies like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a good way to generate…

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TFSA Investors: Hurry and Snap Up This Discounted Dividend Payer!

| Victoria Hetherington

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) is discounted at the moment, and pays a modest dividend. Here's why it's a buy for…

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Dividend Stocks

Should Suncor Inc. (TSX:SU) or Nutrien Ltd. (TSX: NTR) Stock be in Your RRSP?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) and Nutrien (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) have pulled back from their 2018 highs. Is one a buy for your…

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Dividend Stocks

Should TFSA Investors Preserve Their Wealth With BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) Stock?

| Joey Frenette

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) has been picking up traction of late. Time to load up as defensive stocks become great again?

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Energy Stocks

New Investors: 3 Top TSX Index Stocks to Start Your TFSA Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) and two other top TSX Index stocks deserve to be on your TFSA radar…

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Dividend Stocks

A Top Dividend Stock to Earn Growing Retirement Income

| Haris Anwar

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is one of the top dividend stocks in Canada that you could help build your…

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