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Stocks for Beginners

Investing in stocks can feel intimidating at first, but it’s one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth. For beginners, the key idea to understand is that there’s no “perfect” time to start—because historically, markets have trended upward over long periods despite short-term ups and downs. Whether markets are rising or falling, consistent investing over time has rewarded patient investors, making any time a good time to begin if your focus is long-term growth.

More importantly, the stock market allows your money to work for you, rather than relying solely on your own time and effort to generate income. By investing in stocks, you’re putting your capital to work in businesses that grow, innovate, and generate profits—often compounding returns year after year. Instead of trading hours for dollars, investing gives you the opportunity to build wealth in the background while you focus on your career, goals, or everyday life.

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

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What You Need to Know About Investing in TSX REITs

October 1, 2019 | Debra Ray

REITs like Summit Industrial Income REIT (TSX:SMU.UN) have strong potential to give you great dividend returns along with capital gains.

Midstream Shake-Up: Should Wide-Moat Investors Switch Sectors?

October 1, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has seen its Mainline open season halted by the CER. Should dividend investors switch industries?

Beginner Mistake: Why You Shouldn’t Follow Sell-Side Analyst Recommendations Blindly

October 1, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Why massive opportunities like Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) a few years ago will be missed by those who blindly follow…

Top 10 TSX Index Stocks: Which Are the Best Buys in October?

October 1, 2019 | Kay Ng

Which top dividend stock should you buy in October? Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS), or Suncor Energy…

TFSA Investors: 1 Stock Is All You Need to Create a $600/Month Tax-Free Income Stream

October 1, 2019 | Joey Frenette

As we head into a recession, BMO Canadian High Dividend Covered Call ETF (TSX:ZWC) and its massive 7% yield is…

How You Can Prepare for a Market Meltdown

October 1, 2019 | Adam Othman

The sword of recession is dangling over our heads, and investors should prepare for a market meltdown by investing in…

3 Stocks to Avoid if You Want to Retire

September 30, 2019 | Debra Ray

You are better off leaving these three stocks, including OceanaGold Corp (TSX:OGC), to insiders and psychics who can better predict…

The Easiest Way You Can Invest Without Much Cash

September 30, 2019 | Debra Ray

Aspiring retirees without a substantial nest egg can quickly diversify a portfolio with cheap high-dividend stocks like Western Forest Products…

Risk Warning: Surprise CER Decision Adds Extra Uncertainty to Enbridge (TSX:ENB)

September 30, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has been hit by a surprise call from the CER to halt its Mainline allocation system.

Dividend Stocks

5G Telecom Gets Bigger Than Marijuana!

September 30, 2019 | Debra Ray

Telus Corporation (TSX:TEL)(NYSE:TEL) is pumping $16 billion into Alberta's rural communities after Bell refuses to continue rural 5G broadband expansions.

Hate Taxes? Then Don’t Make This Common TFSA Mistake!

September 30, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Why Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is the ultimate holding for Canadians instead of this common, return-crippling TFSA mistake.

REIT Investors: Should You Buy This Disrupting New IPO?

September 29, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

American Hotel Income Properties REIT (TSX:HOT.UN) could have some stiff competition next year when a popular app goes public.

Why Canada’s Cannabis Industry Is Safe Regardless of the Election Outcome

September 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

Shareholders in Village Farms International Inc (TSX:VFF)(NASDAQ:VFF) have nothing to fear regardless of which candidates win the October 4 election.

How to Earn More Than $1,000,000 in a Year With Little Work

September 29, 2019 | Kay Ng

Use your TFSA to achieve your financial dreams through investing in stocks like Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A).

Should Canadian Investors Add Uncertainty by Buying This Oil Stock?

September 29, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) looks like a buy after a pipeline breakthrough, but is its wide-moat network status dependable?

Cronos Group (TSX:CRON) May Beat This #1 Pot Stock!

September 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

The Cronos Group Inc (TSX:CRON)(NYSE:CRON) may be the only pot stock that has a chance to beat this first mover.

Village Farms International (TSX:VFF) Is Growing Faster Than This Stock

September 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

Village Farms International Inc (TSX:VFF)(NASDAQ:VFF) will most likely beat this pot stock on profitability in the next year.

This Growth Stock Will Make You a Millionaire

September 29, 2019 | Kay Ng

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) has a long growth runway and is a strong buy on any dips!

This Industry Is Perfect for ETF Stock Investors

September 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

Canadian Investors who prefer exchange-traded funds should love the cannabis ETF Horizns Marijuana LF CL A UNT ETF (TSX:HMMJ).

Take a Closer Look at These 2 Cannabis Stocks!

September 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

This pot stock likely offers Canadian investors more value than Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd (TSX:TGOD) for half the cost.

This Stock Scandal May Cost Trudeau the Election

September 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

How will Justin Trudeau perform in the next election after condoning the bribery of public officials in the SNC-Lavalin Group…

Money Myth: Why Past Performance Doesn’t Guarantee Future Results

September 29, 2019 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Past performance can be a good starting point, but there's a lot more to consider.

2 Dividend Stocks That Should Pay You the Rest of Your Life

September 28, 2019 | Kay Ng

Buy top-notch dividend stocks like Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and get paid a good, growing income forever!

Watch This Stock for a Dip as Fast Food Heats Up

September 28, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Interesting moves in the American fast-food market make Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) a stock to watch.

#1 Case of Deceptive Stock Prices and How to Play It Safe!

September 28, 2019 | Debra Ray

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) is beating Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) on cost, sales, and revenue.

How to Build a Passive Dividend Income Portfolio

September 28, 2019 | Kay Ng

Here are the steps to build a passive-income portfolio from dividends starting with top businesses like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

Will CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST) Rebound or Face Delisting?

September 28, 2019 | Debra Ray

Canntrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST) faces possible delisting from both the NYSE and TSX for performance issues.

Why This Top Dividend Stock Is About to Get More Popular

September 27, 2019 | Kay Ng

This is why Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) popped +3% yesterday.

How to Invest in This Explosive Green Energy Megatrend

September 27, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Buy Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) for key exposure to a rapidly expanding market that could see a boost from oil…

Warning: Here’s How a Major Bubble in Passive Investing Could Affect Your Portfolio

September 27, 2019 | Daniel Da Costa

With the massive increase in the number of passive funds that last few years, naturally a bubble looks like its…

Retirees: A Safe and Sneaky Trick to Boost Your Passive Income

September 27, 2019 | Joey Frenette

How retirees can score a 7.5% yield with safe ETFs like the BMO Europe High Dividend Covered Call ETF (TSX:ZWP).

Why Your Investing Goal Shouldn’t Be $1,000,000

September 27, 2019 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

$1 million can seem like a lot, but is it?

Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) and Chill: 2 Tasty Dips to Snap Up

September 27, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) and Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) make a surprisingly good mix of stocks in wavering industries right now.

Hate Taxes? Here’s How to Unlock Your TFSA to its Full Potential

September 27, 2019 | Kay Ng

Become a millionaire by investing strategically in your TFSA with proven dividend stocks such as Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB).

Make a Tax-Free Fortune From REITs in Your TFSA

September 26, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Why Canadians should look to REITs within favourable sub-industries and geographies like Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) for outsized returns.

Couples in Your 20s: Focus on These 3 Things To Grow Rich

September 26, 2019 | Adam Othman

From smart savings to investing in reliable dividend stocks like the National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA), here’s all you should…

Investor Beware: A Short-Seller-Targeted Stock to Avoid!

September 26, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Why investors should tread carefully with Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) as its valuation drops to new lows amidst short-seller…

Bullish on Real Estate? 1 Defensive REIT to Buy Now

September 26, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) is a popular choice for defensive dividends in the real estate space.

Half of Canadians Are Making 1 Horrible Investing Mistake

September 26, 2019 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA can look pretty tempting, but an RRSP still has value.

Passive Investors: Forget Index Funds! You Can Do Much Better With These ETFs!

September 26, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and its compelling lineup of new ETFs ought to be considered by passive investors.

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Risk Warning: Surprise CER Decision Adds Extra Uncertainty to Enbridge (TSX:ENB)

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5G Telecom Gets Bigger Than Marijuana!

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Hate Taxes? Then Don’t Make This Common TFSA Mistake!

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REIT Investors: Should You Buy This Disrupting New IPO?

Stocks for Beginners

Why Canada’s Cannabis Industry Is Safe Regardless of the Election Outcome

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How to Earn More Than $1,000,000 in a Year With Little Work

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Should Canadian Investors Add Uncertainty by Buying This Oil Stock?

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Cronos Group (TSX:CRON) May Beat This #1 Pot Stock!

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Village Farms International (TSX:VFF) Is Growing Faster Than This Stock

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This Growth Stock Will Make You a Millionaire

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This Industry Is Perfect for ETF Stock Investors

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Take a Closer Look at These 2 Cannabis Stocks!

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This Stock Scandal May Cost Trudeau the Election

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Money Myth: Why Past Performance Doesn’t Guarantee Future Results

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2 Dividend Stocks That Should Pay You the Rest of Your Life

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Watch This Stock for a Dip as Fast Food Heats Up

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#1 Case of Deceptive Stock Prices and How to Play It Safe!

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How to Build a Passive Dividend Income Portfolio

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Will CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST) Rebound or Face Delisting?

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