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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

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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3 Monster Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years

| Demetris Afxentiou

Are you looking for some monster stocks to hold in your portfolio? The market is full of great options, but…

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Got $3,000? 3 Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Jitendra Parashar

While these growth stocks have underperformed the TSX in recent years, they have the potential to deliver solid returns in…

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The Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $2,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two Canadian stocks offer it all – growing industries that remain essential, plus high dividends. So what are you…

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3 Magnificent Stocks That I’m “Never” Selling

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks that I already own and have no plans to sell anytime soon.

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1 Canadian Stock to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gold is having a great run, but perhaps no Canadian stock more so than Barrick Gold on the TSX today.

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2 Brilliant TSX Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for the Long Term 

| Puja Tayal

Long-term investing has its benefits. The right stock can convert your $10,000 into $100,000 in 15 years. Here are some…

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A Promising Penny Stock for the New Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want a cheap stock that's ready for great things, this is the perfect option on the TSX today.

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Got $500? Buy These Canadian Stocks to Supercharge 2025

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Forget the volatility of tech stocks and instead, focus on these mining stocks offering serious growth.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Canadian Dividend Stocks Every Single Investor Should Own

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want the income without the worry, then these are the five dividend stocks every investor can easily pick…

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The Hottest Sectors for Canadian Investors in 2025 

| Puja Tayal

The time to invest is when a stock is likely to witness a correction, and the time to reap the…

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All-Weather TSX Stocks for Every Market Climate

| Puja Tayal

Multiple scenarios could play out in 2025. These all-weather TSX stocks can mitigate risk and generate returns in every market…

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Energy Stocks

Invest $7,000 in This Dividend Stock for $574.20 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock can pay you almost $575 just for owning it! And with a dividend that looks more than…

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3 Canadian Growth Champions to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three of the best Canadian growth stocks you can buy now and hold for decades without worrying about…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: How to Get Ready for 2025

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Every Canadian investor should have a TFSA, but what do you do with it as we enter 2025?

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Get Set for Success: My Top 3 Canadian Stock Picks for 2025

| Robin Brown

2025 could be a very volatile year. Find attractive low-risk high-reward opportunities with these three top Canadian stocks.

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Tech Stocks

The Best AI Stock to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's had its ups and downs, but WELL Health stock is making a comeback in a big way among AI…

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Why I’m All In on Aritzia and BlackBerry Stock for the Next 10 Years

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s why Canadian growth stocks like Aritzia and BlackBerry have the potential to multiply your hard-earned savings in the long…

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2 Growth Stocks That Could Skyrocket in 2025 and Beyond

| Jitendra Parashar

These positive factors could help Canadian growth stocks like Aritzia and Metro continue climbing in the coming years.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Average $104.38 per Month in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA can be a powerhouse that works for you, and this dividend stock is exactly how to make it…

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TFSA 2025: 1 TSX Stock to Turn Your $7,000 Contribution Into a Dividend Powerhouse

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you looking for a dividend stock that will keep on growing in your TFSA? Consider this top-notch option.

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How to Optimize Your Canadian Investments for the Year Ahead 

| Puja Tayal

2025 could see a shift in sector performances as interest rates fall. You can optimize your investments by selling the…

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2 Brilliant Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for the Long Term

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some brilliant growth stocks to add to your portfolio? These two are top picks that can provide decades…

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How Should a Beginner Invest in Stocks? Start With This Index Fund

| Kay Ng

By starting with a broadly diversified index fund, you’re setting yourself up for a simple and cost-effective investment strategy.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $15,000 in This Dividend Stock for $901.60 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock offers up immense passive income, and on a monthly basis! So what are you waiting for?

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Tech Stocks

Billionaires Are Dropping Tesla Stock and Buying This TSX Stock in Bulk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Tesla stock may have been the darling of last year, but with shares plunging from highs, billionaires are looking at…

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Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Kinaxis Stock While It’s Below $170?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Kinaxis stock has gone through some hiccoughs, but don't let that keep you from missing out on one amazing deal.

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The Top Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy With $1,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks are primed and ready to explode, and yet still provide value attributes for today's investor.

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1 Bright Canadian Stock Ready to Surge in 2025 and Beyond

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are retail stocks, and then there's Artizia, a Canadian stock that seems to just be getting started.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $10,000? Invest in This Dividend Stock for $881.40 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Not all real estate dividend stocks are the same, which is evident in an investment in a strong stock like…

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The Top Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy With $2,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks are perfect if you're looking for a long-term turnaround, with passive income to boot.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income Investors: This TSX Stock Has a 7% Yield With Monthly Payouts

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want to generate some monthly income? Passive income investors should consider investing in this stock today to start earning a…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Goeasy Stock While It’s Below $170?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Goeasy stock still looks like a winner, so why is the stock price down below $170?

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Transform Your TFSA Into a Money-Making Machine With Just $10,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Create the perfect TFSA pairing with these two top-notch dividend stocks.

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Got $9,000? Invest in This Dividend Stock for $521.52 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You don't have to get the biggest growth stock or highest dividend yield for superb, stable passive income.

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Top TSX Stocks to Buy With $3,000 Right Now

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how to deploy $3,000 while preserving your downside? These TSX stock give you a nice mix of…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best Stocks to Invest $25,000 in Right Now

| Robin Brown

Got a bunch of cash to deploy? These four Canadian stocks would make an excellent start for a long-term investment…

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Dividend Stocks

Need Decades of Passive Income? 2 Stocks to Buy Without Delay

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two dividend stocks offer it all. Stable passive income, with growth opportunities already on the way.

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3 Reasons to Buy Enbridge Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are plenty of reasons to buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB) for both growth and income investors to consider. Here's a look…

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Energy Stocks

This is the Best Energy Stock to Invest $200 in Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This energy stock offers a massive dividend yield, a growing business, and stable income. So why wait?

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These ETFs Are My 2 Favourites to Buy for 2025

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two top ETFs may be going through some volatility right now, but both are due for huge returns in…

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