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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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Why Young Savers Should Put Stocks in Their TFSAs

| Andrew Walker

Here's how putting stocks such as Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) and Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) in a TFSA can help…

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Should New Investors Buy Canadian National Railway Company?

| Andrew Walker

The profit train continues to roll at Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI).

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Young Investors: 2 Worry-Free Dividend-Growth Picks for Your Portfolio

| Andrew Walker

Here's why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and one other company are strong picks to get new investors started.

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The Instant 3-Stock Dividend Portfolio for Beginner Investors

| Joseph Solitro

Looking to build a dividend-based portfolio? If so, consider buying Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT), National Bank of Canada…

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Attention New Investors: 2 Top Dividend Stocks to Get You Started

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are good picks for beginners.

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Stocks for Beginners

Attention Young Investors: 2 TFSA Picks to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) can deliver big returns for long-term investors who reinvest the dividends.

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A Simple 3-Stock Dividend-Growth Portfolio for New Investors

| Kay Ng

Don't know where to start generating passive income? Start with these three solid dividend stocks including Bank of Nova Scotia…

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1 of These Retailers Should Be Atop Your Shopping List

| Joseph Solitro

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L), Metro Inc. (TSX:MRU), and Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) all represent attractive investment opportunities. Which should you…

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7 Dividend Stocks for New Investors

| Kay Ng

New to investing? Here are seven high-quality, stable dividend payers for your portfolio, including Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and…

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9 Stocks to Beat the Market

| Kay Ng

Dividend stocks tend to beat the market over the long term. Representative stocks from stable industries that pay consistent dividends…

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2 Dividend-Growth Stocks for New Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Telus Corporation (TSX:TU)(NYSE:TU) are top picks to start your portfolio.

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New Investors: 4 Dividend Stocks to Start a Solid Portfolio

| Kay Ng

If you're looking for solid income from a diversified portfolio, look no further. Start with Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD), Fortis Inc.…

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Millennials: 3 Easy Ways You Can Start Getting Rich Today

| Nelson Smith

Millennials, getting rich isn't so hard. It just takes smart moves, patience, and loading up on stocks like Rogers Communications…

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2 Top Dividend Stocks for Young Investors

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) are great choices for new investors.

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Why Enbridge Inc. Is a Strong Buy Now

| Kay Ng

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a low-risk investment in a quality industry leader.

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What Kinds of Stocks Should You Hold in Your Kid’s RESP?

| Kay Ng

Two kinds of stocks fit well into an RESP: income-focused stocks such as Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) or growth-focused stocks such…

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Start Generating Income Today With These 3 Monthly Dividend Stocks

| Joseph Solitro

Need monthly income? If so, Timbercreek Mortgage Investment Corp. (TSX:TMC), RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), and Morneau Shepell Inc.…

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Should You Buy Rogers Communications Inc. Around Earnings Report Time?

| Kay Ng

Should you buy Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) or its competitor?

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Should You Buy Loblaw Companies Limited Around Earnings Report Time?

| Kay Ng

Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX:L) is a defensive investment and a top national retailer. Going forward, its dividend should grow in…

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3 Stocks to Boost Your Portfolio’s Growth and Income Stream

| Joseph Solitro

Looking for a stock that can provide both growth and income? If so, Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (TSX:MBT), Cascades Inc.…

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How to Reduce the Risks of Investing in Stocks: Part 2

| Kay Ng

Investors can reduce valuation risk and the risk of market crashes by buying quality businesses such as Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX)…

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Is Canadian National Railway Company Headed Back Towards its 52-Week High?

| Joseph Solitro

Canadian National Railway Company’s (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stock rose over 2% following the release of its second-quarter earnings. Could it continue higher?

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Canadian Pacific Railway Limited Reports Record Q2 Profit: Is Now the Time to Buy?

| Joseph Solitro

Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) released second-quarter earnings on July 21, and its stock has reacted by rising slightly. Should…

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Boost Your Portfolio’s Returns With These 3 Stocks

| Joseph Solitro

Looking to add a new stock to your portfolio? If so, consider Capital Power Corporation (TSX:CPX), Equitable Group Inc. (TSX:EQB),…

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3 REITs With Yields up to 10.5% I’d Buy With an Extra $5,000

| Joseph Solitro

Could your portfolio use a high-yielding REIT? If so, Slate Office REIT (TSX:SOT.UN), Inovalis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:INO.UN), and…

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Profit From the North American Energy Revolution With These 3 Stocks

| Joseph Solitro

Looking for a way to profit from the North American energy revolution? If so, Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Canadian National Railway…

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These 3 Stocks Are Begging to Be Bought

| Joseph Solitro

Are you ready to add a new stock to your portfolio? If so, Rogers Sugars Inc. (TSX:RSI), Aimia Inc. (TSX:AIM),…

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Your Instant 3-Stock Portfolio for Growth and Income

| Joseph Solitro

Are you looking to build a portfolio of growth and income stocks? If so, First Capital Realty Inc. (TSX:FCR), Badger…

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3 Monthly Dividend Stocks Yielding up to 7.2%

| Joseph Solitro

Looking for a monthly dividend stock? If so, Atrium Mortgage Investment Corp. (TSX:AI), Bird Construction Inc. (TSX:BDT), and Cineplex Inc.…

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Power up Your Portfolio’s Returns With These 3 Energy Stocks

| Joseph Solitro

Could your portfolio use an energy stock? If so, ShawCor Ltd. (TSX:SCL), Total Energy Services Inc. (TSX:TOT), and TransCanada Corporation…

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The Way to Successful Long-term Investing

| Kay Ng

Using Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A), and Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU), I show you how to…

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3 Growth and Income Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joseph Solitro

Looking for stocks that can provide both growth and income? If so, Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO)(NYSE:CCJ), Dominion Diamond Corp. (TSX:DDC)(NYSE:DDC), and…

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3 Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next 30 Years

| Joseph Solitro

Could your portfolio use more yield? If so, Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF), Premium Brands Holdings Corp. (TSX:PBH), and TMX Group…

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3 REITs With Yields up to 7.1% That You Can Count on

| Joseph Solitro

Looking to generate income with a REIT? If so, Northern Property REIT (TSX:NPR.UN), Plaza Retail Reit (TSX:PLZ.UN), and Milestone Apartments…

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Satisfy Your Hunger for Growth With These 3 Restaurant Stocks

| Joseph Solitro

Looking for a restaurant stock? If so, MTY Food Group Inc. (TSX:MTY), Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR), and Cara Operations…

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Value Investors: 3 Stocks That Could Widely Outperform Their Industries

| Joseph Solitro

Are you looking to add a new stock to your portfolio? If so, Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO), CCL Industries Inc.…

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The Instant 3-Stock Dividend Portfolio for Monthly Income

| Joseph Solitro

Looking for monthly income? If so, Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. (TSX:PZA), Ag Growth International Inc. (TSX:AFN), and Peyto Exploration &…

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These 3 Stocks Are Screaming Buys

| Joseph Solitro

Looking to add a new position? If so, Progressive Waste Solutions Ltd. (TSX:BIN)(NYSE:BIN), Macdonald Dettwiler & Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA), and…

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Is Now the Right Time to Buy Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc.?

| Joseph Solitro

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) released fourth-quarter earnings on July 14, and its stock responded by rising to new all-time highs.…

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3 Stocks With Yields Over 4.5% That Deserve Your Attention

| Joseph Solitro

Does your portfolio need a dividend stock? If so, Bird Construction Inc. (TSX:BDT), Acadian Timber Corp. (TSX:ADN), and First Capital…

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