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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.

Recent Stocks for Beginners News

Dividend Stocks

This World-Class Bank Stock Is on Sale This Week

December 8, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Is Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) a top bank stock to buy the dip, or are there safer dividend plays out there?

My Top Stocks for 2019 That Are Still Great for 2020

December 8, 2019 | Kay Ng

Buy these bargain dividend stocks, including Pembina Pipeline (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) for massive yields and total returns.

Your CPP Pension Is Not Paying Enough? Do This

December 8, 2019 | Kay Ng

If you're worried that CPP and OAS won't pay you enough to live on in retirement, consider these options to…

The Electric Vehicle Boom Boasts a Wealth of Growth Stocks

December 7, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) could be a better way to play electric vehicles than auto stocks. Here’s why.

Tax-Free Stock Market Dividends: Build Retirement Revenue

December 7, 2019 | Debra Ray

More Canadians self-invest in the stock market by buying monthly dividend stocks like Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. (TSX:PZA) for extra…

Young Savers: 3 Simple Ways to Get Started With Stocks in Your TFSA

December 7, 2019 | Vishesh Raisinghani

TFSA beginners should start with what they know and passive investing in low-cost index funds.

1 Top Income Stock to Slash Risk in Your Portfolio

December 7, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why it’s time to start moving into defensive stocks such as Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN).

DANGER: 1 Mistake That Can Get Your TFSA Taxed by the Canada Revenue Agency!

December 6, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Why doing this common activity in your TFSA could result in a lose-lose proposition that could get you taxed by…

Want Upside? Forget Cannabis Stocks And Buy This 1 Company

December 6, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) could reward investors with steep gains and less risk than cannabis.

Millennials: Can You Retire on $300,000?

December 6, 2019 | Joey Frenette

American Hotel Properties REIT (TSX:HOT.UN) and another high-yield security that can help you retire earlier than you'd expect.

Canada Stock Market Investors: 2 Profitable Dividend Payers

December 6, 2019 | Debra Ray

Canadians should find companies with strong revenue growth and solid dividend histories like Aecon Group Inc (TSX:ARE) to add to…

Safe Stocks: 1 Way to Play This Winter’s Wild Sleigh Ride

December 6, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) is a top stock for income investors to buy if they’re concerned about market uncertainty.

How to Tap This Major Growth Trend in the 2020s

December 5, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) is a top stock for newcomers to access the growth of the green power megatrend in…

TSX Canada: 3 Top Revenue-Growth Stocks for 2020

December 5, 2019 | Debra Ray

In Canada, financial stocks are top revenue performers on the Toronto Stock Exchange with solid dividend histories, like iA Financial…

Forget About the Canada Revenue Agency: Buy This Sure Winner Instead!

December 5, 2019 | Kay Ng

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is ready for its next leg of growth. Buy the winning growth stock now!

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) Is a Must-Buy After Strike Woes

December 5, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) took another dip thanks in part to lingering effects of the recently ended Teamsters strike.

1 Green Power Stock to Buy as the Trade War Intensifies

December 5, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

With uncertainty returning to the markets, here’s Algonquin Power and Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is a play on defensiveness and growth.

TFSA Stock Market Millionaires Lower Canada Tax Revenue

December 4, 2019 | Debra Ray

Untaxed TFSA millionaires from stock market investments like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) earn high incomes and burden the Canada…

Warning: The 2020 Recession Could Spark a Market Crash! How to Protect Yourself

December 4, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Hydro One Ltd. (TSX:H) could be a stock that could have your back in the next market crash.

One Top Income Stock to Buy for Safety as Uncertainty Escalates

December 4, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is strongly defensive, which is just what a roiled market calls for.

Which of These 2 Pot Stocks Is a Buy for New Cannabis Investors?

December 4, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Village Farms International Inc. (TSX:VFF)(NASDAQ:VFF) or Aphria Inc. (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA)? It’s a tight race, but one has the edge.

Canada Stock Market up on Solid Bank Revenue Growth

December 3, 2019 | Debra Ray

Stock market investors may want to buy bank stocks in Canada on the Toronto Stock Exchange after positive Bank of…

One Top Canadian Energy Stock to Buy for Dependable Wealth Creation

December 3, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

If you’re looking to power up a low-risk dividend stock portfolio, Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a strong play in the…

2 Top Stocks to Buy Now for a Santa Rally

December 3, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and one other stock could do well over the holiday period as winter starts to bite.

3 Dividend Stocks That Are on Sale for Massive 2020 Upside!

December 3, 2019 | Kay Ng

Here are three bargain dividend stocks across three sectors for your choosing! Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Canadian Tire…

3 Top Cannabis Stocks to Buy in December

December 2, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Village Farms International Inc. (TSX:VFF)(NASDAQ:VFF) is one of the strongest stocks in the cannabis space.

Pack Upside and Income With 1 Diversified Green-Power Stock

December 2, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) is a great place to start for new investors in the green economy.

1 Bargain Dividend Stock to Boost Your Monthly Passive Income Immediately

December 2, 2019 | Kay Ng

Secure a starting yield of 5.2% and incredible long-term price appreciation potential in proven monthly dividend payer Pembina Pipeline (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA)…

Self-Manage Your Retirement & Boost Your Retirement Income

December 2, 2019 | Debra Ray

Supplement your low yield Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) income with Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) stock in a self-managed Tax-Free…

What Pot Stock Buyers Need to Know About This Cannabis 2.0 Portfolio

December 1, 2019 | Debra Ray

By far, the most prominent of the Canadian cannabis stocks, Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC), unveiled its cannabis 2.0 product portfolio…

1 Top Stock to Watch as the Trade War Deepens

December 1, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSEMFC) is a top stock to keep an eye on as the U.S.-China trade war could intensify.

Dividend Stocks

3 Tips for Defensive Investors From Warren Buffett’s Teacher

December 1, 2019 | Kay Ng

Boost your success in stock investing by following these tips and consider a stake in Pason Systems (TSX:PSI) at a…

Lazy Landlords: Collect $550 a Month With Less Than $100,000

December 1, 2019 | Kay Ng

Buy bargain Brookfield Property (TSX:BPY.UN)(NASDAQ:BPY) for massive passive income and remarkable returns!

Canadian Retirees: How the Rail Strike Impacts Your Income

November 30, 2019 | Debra Ray

The eight-day Canadian National Railway Co (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) strike may soon have more substantial impacts on the retirement income of retirees…

2 Top Canadian Cannabis Stocks to Buy in December

November 30, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) is the leader of the pot stock pack as TSX investors eye holiday sales as a…

Income Investors: Canada’s 2 Biggest Dividends That Are Not Energy Stocks

November 30, 2019 | Kay Ng

Immediately increase your monthly income with safe yields of +6% from H&R REIT (TSX:HR.UN) and another cash cow.

TFSA Beginners: Save Yourself a Fortune by Avoiding This 1 Mistake

November 29, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) is a prime example of a company that caught a lot of Canadians off guard with this…

Buy Stock in the Big 6 Banks to Retire Early

November 29, 2019 | Debra Ray

Politically powerful banking stocks in Canada like Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) have helped shareholders retire early on top dividends…

3 Reasons NOT to Buy Speculative Growth Stock in a TFSA

November 29, 2019 | Kris Knutson

In order to maximize the compounding power of your TFSA you need to use it effectively, Don't squander your contribution…

Passive Investors: Watch These 3 Trends in 2020

November 29, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) was one of the biggest stocks to make headlines this week. Here’s what else investors need to…

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