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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Companies Powering the AI Revolution [PREMIUM PICKS]

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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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Is Now the Right Time to Buy Bank of Montreal?

| Joseph Solitro

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) released second-quarter earnings on May 27, and its stock has reacted by making a slight move…

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3 Reasons to Buy Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Right Now

| Joseph Solitro

You should buy Potash Corp./Saskatchewan (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) for the following three reasons.

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3 Dividend-Growth Stocks With Yields Over 4% to Buy Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you searching for a dividend-paying stock with a track record of increasing its annual payment? If so, take a…

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3 Reasons Why BCE Inc. Is the Top Stock in the TSX 60 Index Today

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) should be added to your portfolio today.

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3 Stocks With Dividend Yields of 4% or More to Buy Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you looking for a dividend-paying investment? If so, take a look at Bonavista Energy Corp. (TSX:BNP), Inter Pipeline Ltd.…

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The Case to Buy SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. Today

| Joseph Solitro

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) belongs in your portfolio for the following three reasons.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Give Yourself a Raise Every Year—Guaranteed!

| Kay Ng

With a dividend-growth portfolio of high-quality companies like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), and Canadian Utilities Limited…

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Should You Buy Cardinal Energy Ltd. and its 5.5% Yield Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Cardinal Energy Ltd. (TSX:CJ) released first-quarter earnings on May 11, and its stock has reacted by rising slightly. Is now…

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Is Amaya Inc. the Top Growth Stock in the Gaming Industry Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA) released first-quarter earnings on May 14, and its stock has reacted by rising over 5%. Should you…

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3 Reasons Why Fortis Inc. Should Be Atop Your Buy List

| Joseph Solitro

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) belongs in your portfolio for the following three reasons.

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Attention Dividend Investors: 3 Stocks With Yields Over 4% to Buy Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you in search of a dividend-paying investment? If so, take a look at Liquor Stores N.A. Ltd. (TSX:LIQ), Premium…

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3 Reasons Why Telus Corporation Should Be One of Your Core Holdings

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) should be atop your long-term buy list.

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Is Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Heading to $40 Per Share?

| Joseph Solitro

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.’s (TSX:MFI) stock has risen over 2% since it released first-quarter earnings. Is it headed much higher…

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Is Bonterra Energy Corp. the Top Small-Cap Energy Stock to Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Bonterra Energy Corp.’s (TSX:BNE) stock has remained flat since it released first-quarter earnings on May 12. Should you buy this…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Diversified Dividend Stocks for Above Average Growth

| Kay Ng

Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU), Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI), and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) raise their dividends much faster than inflation.

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3 Top Dividend-Growth Stocks to Consider Buying Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you looking for dividend-paying stocks with extensive track records of increasing their payouts? If so, take a look at…

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WestJet Airlines Ltd. or Air Canada: Which Should You Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Does WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) or Air Canada (TSX:AC) represent the better long-term investment opportunity today?

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Dividend Stocks

Is Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers the Top Mid-Cap Stock to Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers’ (TSX:RBA)(NYSE:RBA) stock has risen over 13% since it released first-quarter earnings on May 7. Should you buy…

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Buy George Weston Limited Before It’s Too Late

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why George Weston Limited (TSX:WN) should be added to your portfolio today.

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Is High Liner Foods Inc. the Top Small-Cap Food Stock to Own Today?

| Joseph Solitro

High Liner Foods Inc.’s (TSX:HLF) stock has remained flat since it released first-quarter earnings. Should you buy shares of this…

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Dividend Stocks

The Instant 3-Stock Dividend Portfolio for Any Investor

| Joseph Solitro

Are you looking to begin or solidify a dividend-based portfolio? If so, take a look at Whitecap Resources Inc. (TSX:WCP),…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Why Enbridge Inc. Is the Top Pipeline Stock to Buy Today

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three of the primary reasons why you should be a buyer of Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) today.

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3 Reasons Why Canadian Tire Corporation Limited Belongs in Every Portfolio

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) belongs in your portfolio.

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons Why Sierra Wireless Inc. Is the Top Tech Stock to Buy Today

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three reasons why Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW)(NASDAQ:SWIR) should be added to your portfolio today.

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3 Monthly Dividend Stocks You Should Consider Buying Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you in search of a monthly dividend-paying investment? If so, take a look at Arc Resources Ltd. (TSX:ARX), Parkland…

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3 Reasons Why You Should Buy WestJet Airlines Ltd. Today

| Joseph Solitro

Here are three primary reasons why you should be a long-term buyer of WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) today.

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How to Limit These 5 Risks in Your Dividend Portfolio

| Kay Ng

How to counter the risks associated with your dividend portfolio with Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), and…

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Dividend Investors: 3 Stocks With Yields of More Than 3% to Buy Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you searching for a dividend-paying investment? Take a look at Vermillion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET), Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF),…

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Which of Canada’s Big 2 Railways Should You Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Should you buy Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) or Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) today?

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3 Top Dividend Stocks You Should Consider Buying Today

| Joseph Solitro

Are you in search of a dividend-paying investment? Look no further than Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO), and…

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Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold Gildan Activewear Inc. Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX:GIL)(NYSE:GIL) announced first-quarter earnings on May 14, and its stock has reacted by rising over 4%. Is…

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Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. or Agrium Inc.: Which Should You Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Does Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) or Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU)(NYSE:AGU) represent the better buy today?

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Is Canadian Tire Corporation Limited the Top TSX 60 Stock to Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) released first-quarter earnings on May 14, and its stock has reacted by rising slightly. Should…

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Should You Buy Vermillion Energy Inc. and its 4.6% Yield Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Vermillion Energy Inc.’s (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) stock has remained relatively unchanged since it released first-quarter earnings. Should you buy now?

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Is Silver Wheaton Corp. the Top Silver Stock to Buy Today?

| Joseph Solitro

Silver Wheaton Corp.’s (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) stock has risen about 3% since it released first-quarter earnings on May 7. Should you buy…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Pay Your Bank Fees With Dividends

| Kay Ng

Here are four strategies to get your banks to pay your bank fees. Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Toronto-Dominion…

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How to Build a Second Income Source, Part 2: Transportation

| Kay Ng

Build a defensive, growing income by buying companies that offer needed products and services. Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Enbridge Inc.…

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How to Build a Second Income Source, Part 3: REITs and Telecoms

| Kay Ng

Build a defensive, growing income by buying companies that offer needed products and services. Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) and Telus Corporation…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada Reports Record Q1 Results: Is Now the Time to Buy?

| Joseph Solitro

Air Canada (TSX:AC) released record first-quarter earnings on May 12, and its stock has reacted by rising over 5%. Should…

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Inter Pipeline Ltd. Reports Record Q1 Results: Should You Buy Now?

| Joseph Solitro

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) released record first-quarter earnings on May 11, and its stock has responded by falling slightly. Should…

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