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Stocks for Beginners

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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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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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3 Top TSX Blue-Chip Stocks for New Investors

| Jed Lloren

Are you a new investor hoping to start an investment portfolio? Here are three TSX blue-chip stocks to help you…

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Alimentation Couche-Tard Stock: 5 Must-Know Facts!

| Kay Ng

Alimentation Couche-Tard is a good business to own in a long-term portfolio. The growth stock is fairly valued now.

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1 Top TSX Utility Stock Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Fortis keeps the lights on across the country. Here’s why it's a great pick for new investors.

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3 Top TSX Growth Stocks for DIY Investors

| Robin Brown

Want to build a life-changing amount of wealth? Here are three top TSX growth stocks that could make you rich…

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1 Top TSX Financial Stock Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

It's been called "The Canadian Berkshire Hathaway." Here's why Brookfield Asset Management is a great pick for new investors.

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My New List of Top ETFs for April 2022

| Puja Tayal

ETF buying is a good way to get stock market returns without studying the intricacies of the market. Here’s my…

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1 Top TSX Bank Stock Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

It's the largest stock in the TSX for a reason. Here's why Royal Bank of Canada is a great pick…

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New Investors: Here’s How to Put a Value on Stocks Before You Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to build your portfolio and buy stocks now, here's how to determine how much they're truly worth.

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3 Top Canadian Stocks That Are Perfect for New Investors

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Don’t let the market’s volatility keep you from investing today. Here are three top Canadian stocks for a new investor’s…

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The 3 Best Canadian REITs for Monthly Passive Income

| Robin Brown

Want to be a lazy landlord? Here are three of Canada's best real estate investment trusts (REITs) that you can…

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Gen Z Investors: Make Millions by Investing in This 1 TSX Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gen Z investors are amazing when it comes to checking in on their finances and putting savings aside. But don't…

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2 Simple Canadian Stocks for Beginner Investors to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two popular Canadian businesses are two of the simplest and best Canadian stocks for new investors to buy in…

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TFSA Investors: Here’s How to Turn $10,000 Into $150,000

| Robin Brown

Want to learn how to turn $10,000 into $150,000? Here's an example of how your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can…

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2 High-Growth Stocks That Are on Sale

| Nicholas Dobroruka

These two discounted growth stocks should be at the top of your watch list in April.

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Alimentation Couche-Tard: A Momentum Stock Worth Chasing

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) just broke out to a new all-time high, but it may not be too late to chase…

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2 Top Growth Stocks Investors Can Buy for Less Than $50

| Nicholas Dobroruka

The recent volatility in the market has created lots of buying opportunities. Here are two top growth stocks that are…

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3 Growth Stocks to Buy Now

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Nutrien Inc. is among the growth stocks to buy now that have strong growth histories and a sustainable long-term growth…

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What’s the Easiest Way to Grow Your Capital? Buy the Best Canadian Stocks and Wait

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding the highest-quality Canadian stocks to buy and hold for years is the best strategy to consider if you want…

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The Top 2 Canadian Money Market ETFs to Buy for a Safe Investment Portfolio

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Bonds aren't doing too great in 2022. Here are some alternatives to keep you in the green.

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Warren Buffett Advice: 3 Tips for New Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're new to investing and just starting to learn about putting your money to work, here are three crucial…

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VDY vs XEI: Which High Dividend ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular high-yield dividend ETFs go head-to-head.

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3 Unstoppable Growth Stocks Headed for Ultimate Returns in 2022

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want growth stocks, these can provide it not just for this year, but perhaps years and decades to…

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XIU vs HXT: Which Index ETF Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canada’s two most popular ETFs for tracking the S&P/TSX 60 go head-to-head.

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Starting a TFSA? Here Are 3 Stocks You Should Buy

| Jed Lloren

Are you having trouble deciding which stocks to include in your new TFSA? Here are three stocks to help you…

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3 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Nicholas Dobroruka

If you’ve got a long-term time horizon, these three growth stocks should be on your radar in April.

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Gen Z and Millennial Investors: 3 Canadian Stocks to See You to Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gen Z and millennial investors are some of the best at checking in on their finances, but are they still…

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2 Defensive Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) stock is an intriguing dividend growth bargain for those fearful of an economic slowdown in 2022.

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1 Top Canadian REIT Stock to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are the key reasons why CAPREIT could be one of the best Canadian REIT stocks to buy now and…

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Why goeasy Stock Fell Over 11% in the 1st Week of April

| Puja Tayal

goeasy (TSX:GSY) fell more than 11% this month, as Canada's central bank and the U.S. Fed increased interest rates. Should…

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3 Stocks That Could Serve as the Foundation for Your Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that you could build a portfolio around? Here are three top picks!

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Just Starting to Invest? 2 Stocks for Beginners

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians who are first-time investors on the TSX have two excellent choices for income and capital growth in Q2 2022.

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3 Perfect Buys for Novice Investors

| Adam Othman

Instead of hunting for hidden gems that may or may not pay off and carry significant risk, novice investors should…

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Worried About Investing? 4 Recession-Resistant Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're hesitant to invest your hard-earned money in this economic environment, here are four of the best Canadian stocks…

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3 Canadian Stocks That Are Must-Buys for New Investors

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Are you new to investing? If so, these three Canadian stocks should be at the top of your watch list…

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VEQT vs XEQT: Which ETF Portfolio Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Vanguard and BlackRock’s most popular 100% equity ETFs go head to head.

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Passive Income Powerplay: 2 Prized Stocks That Could Soar!

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) and TC Energy (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are in rally mode, but is either passive income play ready to buy?

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2 Canadian REIT Stocks With Solid Dividends to Buy in April 2022

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are key reasons why these two Canadian REIT stocks with strong dividends are worth buying in April 2022.

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New Investors: Start With These Super Stocks

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some core holdings for your portfolio? New investors and seasoned pros should look at these super investments.

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New to Investing? Buy These 3 Blue-Chip Stocks to Help You Get Started

| Jed Lloren

Are you a new investor hoping to get started in the stock market? Here are three top stock picks!

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VBAL vs XBAL: Which ETF Portfolio Is the Better Buy for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Vanguard and BlackRock's most popular 60/40 asset allocation ETFs go head to head.

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