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Stocks for Beginners

To learn more about Stocks for Beginners, take a look at our Guide to How to Start Investing in Canada for all the details.

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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

Got $1,500? You Can Confidently Add These 3 Stocks to Your Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Do you have $1,500 that you’re hoping to invest? Here are three stocks to add to your portfolio!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Cheap Stocks I’d Buy in Bulk Before a Bull Market Arrives

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

All three of these cheap stocks trade in value territory, and offer up dividends you can lock up before the…

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2 Monster Stocks to Buy Without Any Hesitation

| Puja Tayal

It’s time to buy monster stocks as value stocks trade near their 52-week lows. These stocks can probably double your…

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Stocks for Beginners

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy With $5,000 in December 2022

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best Canadian stocks you can buy with as little as $5,000 now to expect outstanding…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada Stock: Earnings Beat Estimates, So Why Didn’t it Jump?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock surged past estimates, so why did the stock barely move during its latest earnings report?

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Stocks for Beginners

Stop Losing Money by Renting Cars: Here’s How to Afford One of Your Own

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Young Canadians aren't buying cars, even though it could help them earn more cash each year. Here's how to not…

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Stocks for Beginners

Treat Yourself to 3 Investing Tricks and Watch Your Wealth Grow

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Wouldn't it be nice if the market tricked us and we're about to get lots of treats in our portfolios?…

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Stocks for Beginners

Don’t Overlook These Canadian Large-Cap Stocks Just Because They’re Everywhere

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for new stocks to add to your portfolio? Consider these large-cap Canadian stocks!

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Stocks for Beginners

Where Will Dollarama Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock has been on a tear, with shares up 17% in the last year. But should we see…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Passive Income Streams That Actually Work

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income isn't hard to come by, and these three methods remain the easiest and most lucrative method of earning…

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3 Defence Stocks to Consider for November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Defence stocks can be a great part of your defensive portfolio, and these three provide some of the best growth…

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The 5 Top-Performing TSX Stocks of 2023: Can They Keep Gaining?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These top TSX stocks continue to kill it. And some perhaps provide more stability than others.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Retire Early With Enormous Income the CRA Can’t Tax!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The CRA isn't all bad. In fact, it leaves your income from this account completely alone! Take advantage and you…

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Where to Invest $1,000 in November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you only want to invest $1,000 these days, these are the top three places I'd put it for long-term…

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Stocks for Beginners

Safe Stocks to Buy in Canada for November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These safe stocks offer sustained growth, even during this last turbulent year, so hope onto them on the TSX today!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 “Green Home” Renovations the CRA Will Pay for

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The government provides cash up front for those wanted to shift to clean energy but don't have the cash. Consider…

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Dividend Stocks

Loblaw Stock: Deal or No Deal?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Loblaw stock (TSX:L) has come under fire in the last few years, but now could be the best time to…

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3 Remarkably Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Robin Brown

Looking for some real bargain priced TSX stocks today? Here are three stocks that offer a good mix of growth…

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This CRA Hack Could Save You Thousands Each Year!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Ever wondered if you were missing out on benefits? Stop worrying and use this CRA hack to create potentially thousands…

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Stocks for Beginners

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, October 27

| Jitendra Parashar

The main TSX index fell for the seventh consecutive session, registering its longest losing streak in over five years.

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Stocks for Beginners

Passive Income: How to Earn $178.53 per Month in Your TFSA Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income isn't just about dividends, and yet many people forget that. Start creating returns and dividends to make the…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top Reasons Why Dollarama Stock Is a Screaming Buy Today

| Jitendra Parashar

These three top reasons make DOL stock really attractive to hold forever to earn market-beating returns.

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Stocks for Beginners

Wait! Don’t Panic-Sell Your Stocks! (Here’s How)

| Andrew Button

If you hold speculative stocks you might end up panic selling, if you hold quality stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD)…

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Stocks for Beginners

Where to Invest $6,500 in October 2023

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Are you looking to take advantage of the market’s recent pullback? Here are three top stocks to add to your…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top TSX Stocks With Shares up Over 30% (and They Are Still Buys Today)

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks are on a heater, seeing shares rise above 30% in the last year alone! But are…

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Dividend Stocks

Where Smart Money is Going as Canadian Interest Rates Climb

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are certainly sectors suffering through high interest rates, but these two sectors and stocks have been thriving!

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Stocks for Beginners

Heard of COLI? Here’s What Every Canadian Investor Needs to Know

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The COLI is a great tool when calculating your budget, and trying to navigate this changing world of costs we…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Undervalued Canadian Stocks Set for a Bull Run

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Undervalued Canadian stocks are great, but these have a strong future value that cannot be beat!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Simple Tricks to Reduce Your Annual Spending (and Prioritize Investing)

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Not only is there a way to save money each year for your budget but also a way to make…

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Stocks for Beginners

Up 17% in 2023, Will TFI International Stock Continue to Surge?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFI (TSX:TFII) stock was surging higher and higher but slumped after poor second-quarter earnings. Yet analysts aren't giving up yet.

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Stocks for Beginners

Down Over 50%, 1 TSX Growth Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist

| Jitendra Parashar

Buying this cheap TSX growth stock today can help you get solid returns on investments in the long run.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Smart and Simple Ways to Invest $5,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you've suddenly come into $5,000, use it wisely! Pay down debt, put it aside, and follow these tips on…

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Stocks for Beginners

CN Rail: Is This Dividend-Paying Transport Titan on Track for More Growth?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CNR (TSX:CNR) stock has been a long-standing strong stock, but what does the future hold for this dividend provider? And…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Common Medical Expenses the CRA Lets You Claim!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Medical expenses are expensive but necessary. This is why the CRA lets you claim at least some of it back!…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Tips Investors Need to Know in a Volatile Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Volatile markets can be quite stressful, so here are some helpful tips to keep you focused, and a stock to…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beyond SPY Stock: Top U.S. Picks for Canadian Investors

| Jed Lloren

Are you interested in investing in U.S. stocks? Here are two top picks other than SPY stock!

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Stocks for Beginners

4 Tax Mistakes Almost Every New Investor Makes

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are mistakes almost every single investor makes. But here is how to get around them and where to invest.

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Stocks for Beginners

Dollarama Stock Is up 20% This Year! Is it a Good Buy Today?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock has exploded in 2023, but is that set to continue according to earnings results?

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks That Could Hit New Highs Before 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These TSX stocks are already on the climb, but there's still more to come that could very well be hit…

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Stocks for Beginners

Turn Market Fear Into Opportunity: Strategies for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two ways Canadian investors can thrive during a bear market.

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What’s Ahead for Air Canada Stock in 2024?

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are main factors that I think can play an important role in guiding Air Canada stock in 2024.

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2 Top Retail Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Jitendra Parashar

You can buy these two top TSX retail stocks today and hold them for the long term to expect strong…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beyond the Hype: Does Shopify Stock Still Have Room to Rally?

| Jitendra Parashar

These major fundamental factors make Shopify stock worth all the hype built around it over the years.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Wealth: 5 Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for stocks to hold for years and decades in your TFSA? Start with this five stock portfolio…

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