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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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August 22, 2019 | Andrew Walker

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August 22, 2019 | Kay Ng

Grow your TFSA for many years to come with Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI)!

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August 22, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Here's how owning shares of Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) can help you retire wealthy.

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August 21, 2019 | Daniel Da Costa

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August 21, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

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August 21, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

With investors migrating towards quality, Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) is looking like a buy in the months preceding Brexit.

Dividend Investors: The Best Canadian Bank Stock to Buy Right Now

August 21, 2019 | Kay Ng

Here’s why this cheap bank stock may be a better buy than Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

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August 21, 2019 | Joey Frenette

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August 21, 2019 | Andrew Walker

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August 20, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

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August 20, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

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August 20, 2019 | Daniel Da Costa

SIR Royalty Income Fund (TSX:SRV.UN), Gamehost Inc (TSX:GH), and Alaris Royalty Corp. (TSX:AD) are all stocks on the verge of…

Is it Safe to Buy Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Today?

August 20, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is starting to look cheap, but market risks could push the stock price even lower in the…

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE): Is a Stock Price Recovery Possible?

August 20, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) was once a $48 stock. Today it trades for less than $2 per share. Are…

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August 20, 2019 | Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and two other stocks that may correct upwards.

Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED): Is This Pot Stock Oversold?

August 20, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) dropped 15% after reporting its latest quarterly results. Is the pullback overdone?

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August 20, 2019 | Cindy Dye

The advantages of a RESP make it a great tool when saving for post-secondary education for a child. However, there…

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August 20, 2019 | Andrew Walker

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August 19, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Here's why Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) and another two top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your RRSP radar today.

5 Unique Tips to Prepare for a Market Crash

August 19, 2019 | Kay Ng

You don’t need to worry if you prepare for a market crash by having Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and…

These Were the Worst-Performing Stocks on the TSX Last Week

August 19, 2019 | Will Ashworth

The S&P/TSX Composite Index off 1.17% last week while the performance of the S&P 500 was slightly better, down 0.61%.…

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90% of Warren Buffett’s Money Will Be Invested in This After He Dies

August 19, 2019 | Vishesh Raisinghani

The iShares S&P 500 Index Fund CAD Hedged (TSX:XSP) is, perhaps, the best way for retail investors in Canada to…

3 Factors That Have Led to an Uptick in Market Volatility During August

August 19, 2019 | Jason Phillips

Three factors that have contributed to the uptick in volatility markets have been experiencing since the beginning of August.

These Canadian Cannabis Stocks Are High-Risk Investments Right Now

August 19, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Tilray, Inc. (NASDAQ:TLRY) is no longer the get-rich-quick stock early recreational cannabis investors thought it was.

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August 19, 2019 | Joey Frenette

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Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Hits 3-Year Low: Now What?

August 19, 2019 | Andrew Walker

The share price of Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is falling again. Can the company pull off another amazing rally, or is…

Is This Divisive Stock the Best Play on the TSX?

August 18, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Everyone has an opinion about Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ) stock, but is there a “right way” to invest in uranium?

3 Important Steps Ahead of a Recession That Could Save You Thousands

August 18, 2019 | Daniel Da Costa

Being prepared for a recession can help you to save a lot of money in the long run. Adding a…

These Quality Canadian Stocks Are Trading at 52-Week Lows

August 18, 2019 | Kay Ng

Feast on quality but cheap Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) stock and start collecting juicy, growing dividend income!

Buy These Stocks to Make Your TFSA Recession Proof

August 17, 2019 | Haris Anwar

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is one of the defensive stocks that could add strength to your TFSA portfolio.

Is Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) Struggling to Hold Investors’ Interest?

August 17, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

With a possible market correction on the way, mixed quarterly reports are the last thing that Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC)…

A Stock You Can Buy Now — and Get Paid for the Rest of Your Life

August 17, 2019 | Haris Anwar

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is a solid dividend stock to buy now and earn a steady flow of income the…

Start Earning Passive Income Today With These 2 Rock-Solid REITs

August 17, 2019 | Nelson Smith

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and Automotive Properties REIT (TSX:APR.UN) are two great choices to help start your passive…

Millennials: 3 Things Not to Learn From Your Baby Boomer Parents

August 17, 2019 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Don't make the same mistakes as your parents! The best thing you can do for your future is start investing…

Cannabis Investors: Should You Buy HEXO (TSX:HEXO) Stock Today?

August 16, 2019 | Andrew Walker

HEXO Corp. (TSX:HEXO) (NYSE:HEXO) is up nearly 25% in the past two weeks. Should you buy this pot stock?

Is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) Stock Your Top Bank Pick for 2020?

August 16, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) (NYSE:BNS) is out of favour with investors this year. Will that change in 2020?

3 Stocks to Own Should Interest Rates Tank in 2020

August 16, 2019 | Andrew Walker

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) (NYSE:BCE) and a Canadian gold stock should benefit from falling interest rates. Here's why.

This Is the Only Mistake You Need to Avoid in Your TFSA

August 15, 2019 | Kay Ng

Don’t horse around with your TFSA portfolio. Buy dividend stocks like Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) when they’re cheap…

2 Cheap Stocks for a TFSA Retirement Fund

August 15, 2019 | Andrew Walker

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ) (NYSE:CNQ) and Canada's oldest bank deserve to be on your radar right now.

Does This Canadian Bank Stock Have the Most Upside Potential Right Now?

August 15, 2019 | Victoria Hetherington

Still undervalued, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) could have more growth ahead of it than its peers.

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