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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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Are Marijuana Mutual Funds the Future of Canadian Pot Stocks?

| Victoria Hetherington

By spreading risk, funds such as Horizons Medical Marijuana Life Sciences Index ETF (TSX:HMMJ) could take over from individual pot…

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Here Are My 3 Best Buys for Sturdy Balance Sheets

| Victoria Hetherington

Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and two other stocks have solid balance sheets. Find out which is the healthiest stock on the…

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3 Top Dividend Stocks to Start Your RRSP Nest Egg

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and another two Canadian dividend stars are attractive picks to start your RRSP portfolio. Here's…

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2 Green Energy Stocks for a Lucrative and Ethical Investment

| Victoria Hetherington

Polaris Infrastructure (TSX:PIF) and one other overlooked green energy stock offer investors an opportunity to build a lucrative ethical portfolio.

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Today’s Top 3 Unloved High-Growth Canadian Stocks

| Victoria Hetherington

Alacer Gold Corp. (TSX:ASR) and two other stocks have great multiples, undervaluation, and yet all signal high growth. Which should…

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Is It Better to Invest in Quality Stocks or Bargain Stocks?

| Kay Ng

Which of these stocks will you invest in today? Manulife Financial Corporation (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) or Intact Financial Corporation (TSX:IFC)?

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Are These Really the Top 3 Dividend Rock Stars of the TSX Index?

| Victoria Hetherington

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and two other great Canadian stocks are among the best dividend payers today.

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Is Attractive Valuation Enough to Lure Investors Back to Auto Stocks?

| Victoria Hetherington

Is Uni-Select (TSX:UNS) too exposed to Brexit uncertainties, and would its competitor be a better buy all round?

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2 Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for the Next Decade

| Haris Anwar

Here is what makes Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) a dividend stock you can buy and hold to earn growing income…

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2 Top Canadian Banks I’d Buy for My TFSA Before September Ends

| Joey Frenette

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and one other bank stock is a screaming buy for your TFSA at current levels.

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Young Investors: 3 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Own to Retirement

| Andrew Walker

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and another two Canadian dividend champions deserve to be on your radar today.

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2 Top Energy Stocks to Buy When They’re Selling Absurdly Cheap

| Haris Anwar

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is one of two energy stocks that are selling cheap after a pullback in their prices.

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Which of These 3 Diversified REITs Will Help Canadian Investors Get Defensive?

| Victoria Hetherington

So, you're looking for diversified REITs? Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN) and two other Canadian real estate stocks have…

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2 Cheap Stocks for Value-Focused Investors to Buy and Hold

| Victoria Hetherington

Leon's Furniture Ltd. (TSX:LNF) and one other stock offer value investors great quality at a discounted price. Here's why both…

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2 Iconic Canadian Clothing Stocks for Millennial Investors

| Victoria Hetherington

Roots Corp. (TSX:ROOT) and one other iconic Canadian clothing stock are popular choices for millennial investors – but are they…

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There’s Only 1 Stock I’d Buy Right Now for Positive Momentum

| Victoria Hetherington

Jamieson Wellness Inc. (TSX:JWEL) has strong positive momentum, making it a good pick for capital gains investors. But is it…

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Should Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) or Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) Stock Be in Your RRSP?

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) are generating impressive results. Is one…

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3 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks for New TFSA Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) (NYSE:BMO) and another two top Canadian dividend stocks deserve to be on your radar.

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Should You Buy REITs or Mining Stocks for Diversification?

| Victoria Hetherington

Sierra Metals Inc. (TSX:SMT) and two other stocks can offer investors ready diversification; but are REITs or miners the better…

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2 Canadian ETFs to Hold and Grow Your U.S. Dollars While You Wait for Opportunities

| Kris Knutson

After selling your growth stocks, use an ETF like BMO Mid-Term US Medium-Term Corporate Bond Index ETF (US Dollar Units)…

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How to Get Big Monthly Income for the Rest of Your Life

| Joey Frenette

BMO Canadian High Dividend Covered Call ETF (TSX:ZWC) is a one-stop-shop investment with powerful long-term potential.

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These Under-the-Radar Stocks Will Keep Beating the Market Over the Next 5-10 Years

| Joey Frenette

TFI International Inc. (TSX:TFII) and one other undervalued growth stock will continue flying higher over the long haul.

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Cannabis or Cancer Treatment: 2 High-Growth Healthcare Stocks Compared

| Victoria Hetherington

Does CannTrust Holdings (TSX:TRST) beat a traditional healthcare competitor on value and growth today?

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It’s Been 10 Years Since the Collapse of Lehman Brothers: 3 Lessons for Investors Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The collapse of Lehman Brothers and the near collapse of Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) hold important lessons for Canadian…

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How to Get Your 1st $100,000

| Kay Ng

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) can help you get your first $100,000. Here's how.

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Utility Stocks During a Recession Are Safer Havens: 2 Stocks for Your TFSA

| Brad Macintosh

A private equity firm increased its stake in Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure Ltd (TSX:TWM). Is it better to buy this…

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Is Mirroring the Market an Outdated Strategy?

| David Jagielski

The TSX has been dreadful this year, and you may just be better off putting your money into Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD)…

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New RRSP Investors: 2 Oversold Dividend Stocks for a Balanced Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Power Financial (TSX:PWF) and another beaten-up Canadian dividend stock deserve to be on your RRSP radar.

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Are These the Only 3 Diversified REITs You Need to Know About?

| Victoria Hetherington

H&R Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HR.UN) and two other REITs can help real estate investors add easy diversification to a…

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Young Investors: 2 Reliable Canadian Dividend Stocks to Start Your TFSA Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Here's how investing in top dividend stocks, such as Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY), can help young investors put…

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A Top Dividend Stock That You Could Regret Not Buying Sooner

| Haris Anwar

Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is a top dividend stock that has the potential to double your money.

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TFSA Investors: Should Suncor Inc. (TSX:SU) Stock Be in Your Dividend Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) owns great assets with decades of potential production growth. Should you buy today?

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3 Red-Hot (Non-Marijuana) Stocks for Young Investors

| Brian Pacampara, CFA

Looking for momentum, but not a fan of weed stocks? These three stocks, including Sierra Wireless, Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR), might be…

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Back-to-School Stock Shopping: 4 Stocks That Gain in the Fall

| Brad Macintosh

“Go away in May” is an investing expression that reflects the sleepier summer months. Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is one…

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RRSP Investors: Is Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR) Stock a Buy on the Recent Dip?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) (NYSE:NTR) has pulled back from the 2018 high. Time to buy?

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Supercharge Your Income: 2 Reliable REITs With Yields Over 7%

| Joey Frenette

NorthWest Health Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) and one other misunderstood REIT that can profoundly reward income investors looking to give themselves a…

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Millennials: Join the “FIRE Movement” Today By Buying Dividend Aristocrats for Your TFSA Early Retirement Fund!

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a retiree-friendly stock, but here's why young investors like millennials may want to save a spot in…

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Greatly Increase Your Odds of Cannabis Investing Success With These 3 Simple Rules

| Kris Knutson

Protect your gains from speculative sectors such as cannabis stocks like Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) by following these three simple…

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TFSA Investors: 2 Rising Stocks with Big Upside Potential

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and another top Canadian stock deserve to be on your radar today.

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3 Non-Marijuana Stocks to Buy As Recreational Cannabis Goes Legal

| Andrew Walker

Here's how TFI International (TSX:TFII) and two other companies could benefit from the launch of the recreational cannabis market.

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