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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

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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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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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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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Stocks for Beginners

4 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for growth and income? These four Canadian stocks are the best of the best, especially as a long-term hold.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks Poised to Have a Sizzling September

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks are primed for a strong end to the summer with earnings on the way. And now…

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Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $1,000

| Demetris Afxentiou

There's no shortage of top Canadian stocks to buy on the market. Here are two options to consider buying right…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Colossal Canadian Stock Down 15% to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for income at a cheap price? Allied stock could certainly offer that up, especially for long-term investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Fairfax Financial Now Pays $20.29 in Dividends Per Share: Time to Buy the Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, Fairfax comes with a hefty price tag. However, that price tag also comes with a hefty, and safe, dividend!

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Beginning Investors: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy With $500 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The time is ripe as the TSX is down. If you have $500, now is the right time to buy…

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2 Canadian ETFs to Buy and Hold in Your TFSA Forever and Ever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

ETFs are a perfect, hands-off way to constantly have the perfect portfolio on hand. And these two are at the…

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2 TSX Stocks Near Lows to Buy Up Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for growth at a great price? These two TSX stocks offer that up in spades. As long as you…

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Energy Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over Enbridge Stock Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Enbridge stock (TSX:ENB) has long been one of the best dividend payers out there. But, perhaps it might be time…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Passive Income Stream and 1 Dividend Stock for Ultimate Easy Earnings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income needs to be one thing: passive! Put in minimal effort for more money, and turn it into even…

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YouTube Automation: Is The Latest Passive Income Trend Worth it?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Heard of YouTube automation? It's the newest trend of creating content with almost no effort. So here's how it works.

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2 Stocks I’m Loading Up on in 2024

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the most attractive growth stocks from your portfolio that I’m loading up on in 2024.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Things You Need to Know If You Buy Canadian Western Bank Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) recently received approval to be taken over by National Bank, so what should investors do now?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 3 Top TSX Stocks for Your $7,000 Contribution

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

All three of these stocks are one thing: essential. That's why each has become a blue-chip stock that's perfect for…

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Stocks for Beginners

How Much Longer Will Air Canada Stock Underperform the TSX Composite?

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are some of the key reasons why I don’t expect Air Canada stock to continue underperforming the TSX Composite…

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Dividend Stocks

This 5.6% Delicious Dividend Stock is My Pick for Instant Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Emera stock (TSX:EMA) could be a top dividend stock to consider for those seeking out long-term, monthly income!

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2 Top Canadian Stocks for the Rest of 2024

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some of the top Canadian stocks to buy right now? Here's a look at two options that are…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top REITs in Canada for Stable Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

REITs can be a great way to make extra cash, and these three offer not just income, but safety in…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Bargain-Basement Canadian Stocks With Up to 7% Dividend Yields

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Snatch up 3 quality companies at a discount, all while benefiting from solid dividends and the stability of a well-regulated…

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $5,000? Buy and Hold These 2 Value Stocks for Years

| Jitendra Parashar

You can expect to earn solid returns on investments in the years to come by investing in these two value…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Ultimate TSX Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Don't get complicated. Keep it simple and invest in this top TSX stock if you've only got $1,000 to spare.

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Energy Stocks

Canada’s Top Performers: 2 Soaring Stocks That Are Still Buys

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, buying light isn't ideal. But when the stock continues to climb, it's far worse to leave it by the…

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Dividend Stocks

Want the Maximum CPP Benefit? Here’s How to Pump Your Payouts

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, CPP is great and all, but what if you could max it out to the highest point and then…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Sizzling Stocks That Show Zero Signs of Slowing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three stocks are coming off more awesome earnings. But I wouldn't write them off as earning all they can.

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The 3% Dividend Stock About to Take Over the TSX

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Copper stocks received a cut recently in near-term growth. But long term? It's only up from here.

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Beginning Investors: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy With $500 Right Now

| Kay Ng

Here's why these three TSX stocks are a must-buy for new investors with a long-term horizon.

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Stocks for Beginners

Where to Invest $10,000 in a Bullish Market

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best Canadian stocks you can consider adding to your portfolio to benefit from the current…

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Tech Stocks

1 Growth Stock With Legit Potential to Outperform the Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This top growth stock could certainly see some superior growth in the near future, and it now offers superior value!

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Stocks for Beginners

The $12.5-Billion Reason I’d Avoid Air Canada Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada (TSX:AC) might look to have a low share price, but is it actually cheap? Or is there reason…

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2 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy With Less Than $1,000

| Jitendra Parashar

Even with an investment of $1,000, these two Canadian stocks can help you earn solid returns in the long run.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 588 Shares of This Top Dividend Stock for $100.55/Month in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Monthly dividend stocks don't have to be risky. In fact, with this dividend ETF you're looking at safe income for…

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The Best Dividend Stock to Buy for Passive Income: CIBC or Pembina?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two dividend stocks are top options, but which is the better long-term hold?

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3 Top REITs in Canada for Trustworthy Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three REITs could provide passive income seekers with more than enough dividend income for life.

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1 Magnificent Canadian Stock Down 10% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure there are some challenges for the railway industry and this stock, but long term, it has more than proven…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Affordable Passive Income Stocks That Pay Monthly

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are many passive income stocks out there, but these are backed up by solid balance sheets and industries for…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Safe Dividend Stocks to Own for the Next 10 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want growth and dividends, you've got it with these three dividend stocks. Ones that should be the best…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks I’ll be Adding to My RRSP – Even With the TSX at All-Time Highs

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Whether you want growth or dividends, these two stocks offer exactly what investors need for long-term growth in an RRSP.

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Dividend Stocks

Beginner Investors: 4 Top Canadian Stocks for 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Don't try to get complicated. Instead, new investors can consider these four safe and solid dividend stocks for long-term growth.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: 3 Top TSX Stocks for Your $7,000 Contribution

| Robin Brown

Got $7,000 to get working inside your TFSA right now? Here are three Canadian stocks to look at adding now.

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The Best Stocks to Invest $2,000 in Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two growth stocks are the best low-priced options for beginners or investors with limited funds.

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