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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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This Growth Stock Has Market-Beating Potential

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This growth stock rose 11% in a day, compared to the TSX which is up just 11% in a year!…

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Goeasy Stock: Easily the Most Undervalued Stock on the TSX Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Goeasy stock (TSX:GSY) could be the most undervalued stock on the market, and yet investors continue to ignore it!

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Energy Stocks

Best Dividend Stock to Buy for Passive Income Investors: Capital Power vs. TC Energy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Both of these energy stocks offer substantial dividends, but which dividend stock is the better buy all around?

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3 Top TSX Stocks I’m Buying in August

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TSX stocks can offer up some great opportunities in earnings season. And among them all, these three look like strong…

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Beginner Investors: How to Make Money in Stocks (It’s Easier Than You Might Think)

| Kay Ng

New investors should start with dividend stocks that tend to increase their earnings and dividends over time.

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The Smartest Stocks to Buy With $20 Right Now and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want in on the dividend action? These two smart stocks offer a stable growth model while also producing incredible dividends…

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If I Could Only Buy 2 Stocks in 2024, I’d Pick These

| Puja Tayal

2024 has special relevance as this is the time to pick some value stocks trading closer to their multi-year lows.

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Should You Load Up on Bombardier Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Recent earnings from Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) stock were stellar, to be sure. But can the company keep it up is the…

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2 Ridiculously Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in 2024

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to buy cheap growth stocks before they pick up momentum? Here are two such stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Why I Won’t Touch This 7.1% Yielding Dividend Stock With a 10-Foot Pole

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TELUS stock (TSX:T) may have an ultra-high dividend yield, but there are certainly many concerns to consider before buying.

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3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If ever there were three dividend stocks that investors should buy up for long-term gains, it has to be these…

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Could This Undervalued Stock Make You a Millionaire One Day?

| Puja Tayal

Undervalued stocks with significant growth potential have the power to give you the multifold returns needed to become a millionaire.

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Bargain Alert: I’ve Been Buying Dips in These Canadian Bank Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Whether for dividends or returns, these two bank stocks provide investors with a solid future, even with a present dip.

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2 Growth Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Demetris Afxentiou

There's no shortage of superb growth stocks on the market. Here's a look at two you can buy today and…

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3 Top TSX Stocks I’m Buying in August

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you looking for an easy win in August? These three TSX stocks can give you everything from headline makers…

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1 Seriously Cheap TSX Stock Perfect for Beginning Investors

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) stock is a fantastic low-cost dividend stock for new investors just getting started.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Tire is Paying $7 per Share in Dividends – Time to Buy the Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian Tire stock (TSX:CTC.A) has one of the best dividends in the business, with a dividend at $7 per year.…

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1 Magnificent TSX Dividend Stock Down 20% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE stock (TSX:BCE) was once a darling on the TSX, but even with an 8.7% dividend yield, there are risks…

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2 Bargain Stocks You Can Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When it comes to bargain hunting, you've come to the right place. These two bargain stocks certainly offer that as…

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Could This Undervalued Stock Make You a Millionaire One Day?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Magna stock (TSX:MG) could be one of the most undervalued stocks out there – at least, for long-term investors that…

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Got $500 to Invest in Stocks? Put it in This ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why this asset allocation ETF is a great way to put $500 to work.

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Got $2,000? Here Are 2 Beaten-Down Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shares of these two growth stocks once surged. And yet now, with shares falling back, both could be major long-term…

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Dividend Stocks

Is It Time to Buy the TSX’s 3 Worst-Performing Stocks?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, these stocks have performed poorly. But don't let that keep you from investing. Because the past does not predict…

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New to Investing? 5 Stocks That Could Jump-Start Your Wealth-Building

| Demetris Afxentiou

Whether you're new to investing or a seasoned pro, adding one or more of these five stocks can provide growth…

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Here Is the Best Way to Start Investing With $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Let's get beyond the basics with these tips on how to turn your basic portfolio into booming with even just…

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How to Use a TFSA to Earn $250 per Month in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for long-term growth in your TFSA? Here is exactly how to create the perfect passive income portfolio, and where…

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Tech Stocks

Down 45%, Is BlackBerry Stock Fairly Valued?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BlackBerry stock (TSX:BB) looks like it could be a good buy at these share prices, but it still has a…

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Why Is Aritzia Stock Up 22% After Earnings?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Aritzia stock (TSX:ATZ) surged in share price after its last earnings, so is it still a good buy? Or should…

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1 TSX Stock That Could Help Set You Up for Life

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Early investors in Intact Financial (TSX:IFC) stock could earn a 17% dividend yield in 2024. Here's how IFC stock could…

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5 Stocks You Can Confidently Invest $500 in Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Whether it's stocks making a comeback or proven investments over decades, these five belong in your portfolio.

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I’d Aim for $1 Million Buying Just These 3 TSX Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks have a long history of making millionaires, but don't count them out. Long-term investors have more…

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TD Bank Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TD bank (TSX:TD) continues to face issues regarding its anti-money laundering issues, but has made a great start.

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5 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for some Canadian stocks for a long-term investment? These evergreen stocks can help you generate wealth and…

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2 Stocks Down 15% and 24% to Buy Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Both of these stocks may be down, but do not count them out. Not if you want returns in your…

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How to Turn Your TFSA Into a Gold Mine Starting With $10,000

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would invest in a TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

Down 11% From its 52-Week High, Can goeasy Stock Turn Things Around?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investors looking for value should be drooling at goeasy (TSX:GSY) stock. With a higher dividend and more room to run,…

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3 Stocks Under $50 New Investors Can Confidently Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investors looking for strong stocks can be a bit overwhelmed with options. Which is why today we're looking at these…

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3 TSX Stocks That Can Turn Retirement Dreams Into Reality

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for income that lasts right through retirement? These three TSX stocks are the best to make your retirement dreams…

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4 Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When it comes to long-term winners, look at these four stocks first and foremost. They provide long-term gains and short-term…

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Energy Stocks

Is There Any Hope for Brookfield Renewable Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Brookfield Renewable stock (TSX:BEP.UN) may be going through a rough patch, but recent moves suggest more is yet to come.

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