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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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Can Any Stock on the TSX Index Match the Unbearable Lightness of Boeing (NYSE:BA)?

| Victoria Hetherington

What’s the Canadian equivalent of Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) stock, and is it worth buying at the moment?

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Attention Income Seekers: 3 Stocks With Monthly Distributions Yielding 6-8%

| Andrew Walker

Keyera Corp (TSX:KEY) and another two unloved stocks offer attractive yields today and a shot at some nice capital gains…

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Here’s the Best Way to Invest in Gold

| Kris Knutson

If there’s anything good that has come from the uncertainty the market has been experiencing lately, it’s the fact that…

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Here’s Why This Canadian Stock Is the Best North American Logistics Investment

| Victoria Hetherington

TFI International Inc. (TSX:TFII) goes head to head with two American rivals; which stock deserves a place in your portfolio?

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A Solid Dividend Stock to Boost Income in Your TFSA

| Haris Anwar

Canadian National Railway's (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) Q4 earnings show it's a great TFSA stock to get regular income boost.

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2 Oversold Stocks to Hold in Your RRSP for Decades

| Andrew Walker

Suncor (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) and another unloved TSX Index giant could deliver some big upside in 2019.

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3 TSX Index Leaders to Begin a TFSA Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and another two TSX Index giants deserve to be on your TFSA radar.

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Which Is the Best All-Round Canadian Telecom Stock for New Investors?

| Victoria Hetherington

TELUS Corp. (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and two other Canadian telecoms stocks battle it out for a place in your passive income portfolio.

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2 Top Oil Stocks With Huge Upside Potential

| Haris Anwar

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is one of two top oil stocks that could produce hefty returns for investors. Here is…

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Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) Is the Perfect Dividend-Growth Stock to Start a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is a must-own for TFSA investors, especially after its latest quarter. Here's why.

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Warning: I’d Sell These “Hyper-Cyclical” Stocks Pronto

| Joey Frenette

I wouldn't touch Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and one other stock with a barge pole given the 2019 slowdown.

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A Top Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

| Haris Anwar

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is a dividend stock that long-term investors should consider adding to their portfolios. Here are…

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1 Canadian Industry, 3 Stocks: What Kind of Energy Investor Are You?

| Victoria Hetherington

Do stocks like Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) really offer investors the best defensive strategy for an uncertain 2019?

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2 Top TSX Index Dividend Stocks to Build a TFSA Retirement Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and another top Canadian dividend stock deserve to be on your radar today. Here's why.

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Should You Buy Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) or Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock for Your RRSP?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are top picks in their respective industries. Is one a better…

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New Investors: 3 Stocks to Start a Diversified TFSA Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and two other top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your TFSA radar.

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Battle of the Bank Stocks: Which 1 Belongs in Your TFSA?

| Victoria Hetherington

With a dividend yield below the top 25% of the TSX, is Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) still a buy?

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Revealed: 1 Portfolio Management Strategy Used by Super Rich Investors

| Joey Frenette

Invest like the wealthy with BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF (TSX:ZLB), a one-stop-shop investment for those looking to profit…

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Renew Your Faith in Green Energy Stocks With This Canadian Trio!

| Victoria Hetherington

TransAlta Renewables Inc. (TSX:RNW) goes head to head with two competitors for inclusion in a green energy portfolio.

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3 Top Reasons That Make BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) a Great TFSA Stock

| Haris Anwar

Three top reasons make BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) stock a good candidate for your TFSA money. Find out here.

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Dividend Investors: 3 High-Yield Stocks for Your TFSA Income Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Power Financial (TSX:PWF) and another two Canadian companies might be interesting TFSA picks today.

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Should You Put Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) or BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) Stock in Your RRSP in 2019?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) and BCE (TSX:BCE) (NYSE:BCE) have rewarded buy-and-hold investors for decades. Is one more attractive right…

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Fit Tickers: 3 Big Name Canadian Stocks With Healthy Balance Sheets

| Victoria Hetherington

West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFT) and two other Canadian stocks have healthy balance sheets – but is that enough for a…

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Looking for Retirement Income? Buy These 2 Dividend Stocks

| Haris Anwar

 Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is one of the two dividend stocks that I find attractive to boost your retirement…

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How to Simplify Your Stock Portfolio Management

| Kay Ng

Save time and effort by buying Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and similar stocks when they’re cheap.

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Is Telus Corp. (TSX:T) a Top Dividend Stock You Should Buy in 2019?

| Haris Anwar

Here is why I believe Telus Corp. (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is a top dividend stock that you should consider to earn growing…

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3 High-Growth Canadian Stocks for Capital Gains Investors

| Victoria Hetherington

Are growth stocks like CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST) too volatile for the average long-term investor?

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RRSP Investors: Should You Buy Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) or Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) still appear attractively priced. Is one a better RRSP bet…

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Is it Finally Time to Buy Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) (NYSE:ENB) caught a nice tailwind in recent weeks. How high could this stock go?

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RRSP Investors: 3 Top TSX Index Stocks to Give You Global Reach

| Andrew Walker

Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) and another two top Canadian stocks deserve to be on your RRSP radar today. Here's…

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4 of the Best Canadian Retail Stocks on the TSX Index to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse

| Victoria Hetherington

It’s time to crunch some numbers, as Leon's Furniture Ltd. (TSX:LNF) and three other Canadian retail stocks battle it out.

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Should You Buy Canadian or Diversify Internationally?

| Kris Knutson

Faced with the choice of buying a Canadian non-dividend stock like CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A) or an international one, investors…

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Growth Investors: Which Energy Stocks Should You Buy for a TFSA?

| Victoria Hetherington

Which is the better buy for growth: Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) or two other star TSX index stocks?

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RRSP Investors: Time to Buy Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) or Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

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

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3 Top TSX Index Stocks to Buy Now for Defensive Dividends

| Victoria Hetherington

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and two other stocks offer investors a spread of diversified, defensive dividends.

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Don’t Make This Huge Investing Mistake

| Kris Knutson

Don't make the mistake of missing out on huge growth from companies like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) simply because they don't…

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New Investors Beware: Is There Danger Lurking in Canadian Energy Stocks?

| Victoria Hetherington

Do Canadian energy stocks like Parex Resources Inc. (TSX:PXT) really offer investors the strongest defensive dividends?

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3 Rising TSX Index Stocks to Add to Your TFSA Today

| Andrew Walker

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and another two top Canadian stocks are off their lows but still appear attractive.

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TFSA Income Investors: 3 Top Canadian Stocks Yielding 5-8%

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline Ltd (TSX:IPL) and another two top Canadian dividend stocks are trading at attractive levels right now and offer…

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Retirement Investors: Only 1 of These Dividend Stocks Is a Strong Buy

| Victoria Hetherington

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (TSX:FFH) has some low multiples and a modest dividend yield. Is it a buy for your…

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