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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

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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Dividend Dynamos: Canadian Stocks to Drive Your TFSA Higher

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for stable income that will last a life time? Oh, and did I mention tax-free? Then these three could…

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Beginner Investors: 3 Top Canadian Stocks for 2024

| Robin Brown

If you are new to investing, you want to widely diversify your holdings. Here are three widely different Canadian stocks…

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Ready to Invest With $5,000? 3 Stocks for August 2024

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to invest $5,000 in stocks? Consider investing in these three value play stocks in August.

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Is There Any Hope for Ballard Power Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Ballard Power (TSX:BLDP) was the "it" stock a few years back. But now the company has been having trouble proving…

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Goeasy Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold in September 2024?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock has a huge past filled with growth, but there could be even more on the way for…

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Dividend Stocks

Is a Dividend Cut Coming for This 8.5%-Yielding Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE stock (TSX:BCE) has a solid history of dividend growth and payments, but that's looking less solid these days.

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3 TSX Stocks That Could Easily Create $1 Million

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking to hit that million-dollar mark? These three stocks could certainly help get you there, with more growth on the…

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TFSA: 4 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Do you have a forever horizon to invest? Check out these top stocks ideal for tax-free income in a TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Earn $580 in Annual Passive Income With Just $10,000 and a TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Power stock (TSX:POW) could be the top choice for investors looking to create massive annual passive income for life.

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CPP at 70: When It’s Not Worth the Wait

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Manulife (TSX:MFC) could be the best way of bringing in more income during your retirement, even if it means taking…

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2 Stocks to Buy Right Now With Just $3,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These dividend stocks are top choices for Canadian investors looking to create massive returns and passive income, even with $3,000.

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Time to Jump on This 1 Top TSX Stock Down to 52-Week Lows

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This TSX stock may be down at 52-week lows, but I wouldn't hold out and think that it's going to…

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Dividend Stocks

Tax-Free Income: Invest $6,000 in This Dividend Stock for $107.11 in Monthly Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock offers up huge passive income for investors looking for long-term income, for a safe and stable price.

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8.5% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This Passive Income Stock and Holding for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend aristocrat has a long and storied history of providing dividends to its investors. And with shares down, it's…

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Forget the Magnificent 7: This Stock Offers Deep Long-Term Value

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This ETF is perhaps the top option for investors looking to get in on global growth, with a far safer…

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What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This Index Fund

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why this all-in-one ETF can be a great way to start investing today.

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Income Stocks: 3 Once-in-a-Decade Chances to Get Rich

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for life-long income? These three stocks are your chance to bring in stellar income as well as huge returns…

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3 Soaring Stocks That Show Zero Signs of Slowing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three stocks are soaring today!

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2 Canadian Stocks That Are RRSP Must-Haves

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

An RRSP is great, but only with the best investments on hand. And these two Canadian dividend stocks offer just…

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Turn Your TFSA Into a Gold Mine With Just $10,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Tax-free compounding makes the TFSA an ideal vehicle for holding these growth stocks

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Here Are My Top 3 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Robin Brown

After the recent correction, many TSX stocks are looking more attractive to buy. Here are three top stock picks to…

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This 5.4% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for a top dividend stock? How about a monthly payout that offers strong long-term growth as well!

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3 Canadian Stocks You Can Confidently Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want some of the best stocks to buy now and hold forever? Here's a trio that are too hard to…

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How Much to Invest to Get $500 in Dividends Every Month

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want to get a cool $500 in dividends every month? Here are three stocks you can buy today to start…

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Energy Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Poised for Massive Earnings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX Stocks are already quite strong, but after a rough year, could be up for huge growth with…

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3 Canadian ETFs for All-Time TFSA Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, you could try your hand at finding those long-term stocks, or you could keep it simple and buy up…

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Here is the Best Way to Start Investing with $1,000 Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking to start investing but don't have thousands to spare? Here are three great ways to kickstart your portfolio for…

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3 Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

| Robin Brown

Looking for some stocks to buy and hold for years to come? These three Canadian compounders have delivered and will…

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This 5 Percent Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month!

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want a stock that pays cash every month? This top pick boasts strong growth and offers a generous dividend that…

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2 TSX Stocks at 52-Week Lows to Buy Immediately

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two dividend stocks offer plenty of reasons to pick them up right away, especially at these valuable levels.

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2 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy Under $60

| Demetris Afxentiou

There's no shortage of great options for new investors to consider. Here are two no-brainer stocks to buy today and…

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CPP Bump? Increase Your Benefits by $10,298 Every Single Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for more income? Follow these steps and you could earn over $10K every single year! No kidding!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy in 2024 and Hold for a Decade

| Robin Brown

Like stocks for the long run? Here are three high quality Canadian stocks to buy on the dip and hold…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock REIT to Avoid, and 1 to Buy in Bulk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock reported more poor earnings, so despite a 10% dividend yield, I would look to this other option…

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Want the $1,937.73 Maximum CPP Benefit? Top Strategies for Boosting Your Payouts

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Use every trick you possibly can to max out on that CPP, and then turn it into passive income that…

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Dividend Stocks

Monthly Dividend Stocks: How to Create a Consistent Income Stream Worth $436.79

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two passive income stocks stand to make you big bucks, looking at dividend income alone! Add in returns, and…

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Energy Stocks

Why Oil Stocks Jumped This Week

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Oil prices rose after the assassination of a Hamas leader. The price jump brought to light the importance of Canadian…

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Tech Stocks

Down 10%, Should You Buy Microsoft Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Microsoft stock (TSX:MSFT) fell this week, but it could signal a great moment for investors to pick up the stock.

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Why Semiconductor Stocks Popped This Week

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Semiconductor stocks surged in share price this week, with upgrades, trade rules, and earnings all powering shares higher.

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Why Shares of Filo Stock Are Powering Higher

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shares of Filo stock (TSX:FIL) surged as the company reported it would be bought out by two copper miners at…

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