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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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Stocks for Beginners: 3 Solid Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

New to investing but don't want too much risk? Here are three reliable dividend stocks to build a fortress-like investment…

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Nervous About the Market? Here’s What to Do if it Continues to Fall

| Jed Lloren

The market continues to worry investors. Here’s what you should do if it stays on its current trajectory.

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1 of the Best Cheap Stocks to Help You “Stay” Rich

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is one intriguing value stock that could be ready to outperform even as rates begin to rise.

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2 TSX Insurance Stocks to Buy in 2022 for Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

If you goal is maximizing investment income, the TSX insurance sector might be worth a look.

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Why Air Canada Stock Dived Over 10% on Monday

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s the key reason why Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has lost 18% of its value in the last three sessions.

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Why Cargojet Stock Crashed 16% Despite Upbeat Q4 Earnings

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s why Cargojet (TSX: CJT) stock crashed by over 16% on Monday, despite its upbeat Q4 earnings report.

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5 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy for Under $20

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for the top Canadian stocks that you can buy while they are still cheap, here are five…

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Why Sleep Country Stock Fell 12% on Monday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sleep Country (TSX:ZZZ) stock lost the 10% growth it saw last week, as the company announces a new buyback program.

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Why the TSX Outperformed the Nasdaq in the 2022 Market Downturn

| Puja Tayal

The global stock market is in a downturn, but the TSX Composite Index is in green. What is the catalyst,…

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2 of the Top Stocks to Buy for Your TFSA While They’re Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck, these two are some of the best to consider.

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Why Bombardier Stock Fell 11% on Monday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bombardier stock (TSX:BBD.B) fell at news the company would no longer be doing business with its Russian clients, sending shares…

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3 of the Best ETFs to Buy on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

With many factors impacting global stock markets and uncertainty heating up, here are three of the best ETFs you can…

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Are You Still Considering Air Canada? Here’s a Top Canadian Stock to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

While Air Canada stock looks cheap, and although it has the potential to recover over the coming years, several Canadian…

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2 Canadian Stocks to Weather a Recession

| Robin Brown

Worried about a recession in 2022? Here are two top Canadian stocks to hold if you want to get defensive.

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When Should You Sell a Losing Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

As long-term investors, we want to commit to stocks for years. However, you have to recognize when it hasn't worked…

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Travel Is Returning: Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock?

| Adam Othman

Air travel is not exactly back to normal, but by the end of the year, it'll be relatively closer to…

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New Investors: 3 Tips to Improve Your Odds of Making More Money

| Kay Ng

Investing involves dividing your excess cash into different investments. Here's how you can make more money in stock investing.

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Passive Income: Here’s When I’d Buy These Popular Dividend Stocks

| Kay Ng

Dividend stocks are great for passive income with little work from interested investors. However, take care not to overpay for…

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Top Pick: 1 Growth Stock Grew Net Income by 8,733%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A leading global children's entertainment company should be a top pick of growth investors due to its impressive financial results…

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Low-Risk Investors: Buy These Bond ETFs for Stability

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Bonds are still an integral part of a diversified, safe investment portfolio. Here's why.

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TSX 60 vs TSX Composite: Which Is Better for Canadian Investors?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Looking to invest in the Canadian stock market? Here's which index you should pick.

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3 BlackRock ETFs to Buy in 2022

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investors looking to buy-and-hold for the long term should consider replacing some of their stock picks with these ETFs.

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Higher Interest Rates: 2 of the Best Stocks to Buy Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

As interest rates begin to move higher for the first time in years, here are two of the best stocks…

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2 Long-Term Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Adam Othman

Market volatility might make risk-averse investors stay away from growth stocks, but these two could be worth having on your…

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Want to Protect Your Portfolio? 2 of the Best Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're worried about all the increasing volatility in markets and want to make sure your portfolio is safe, here…

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Interested in Building Your 1st Portfolio? Start With These 3 Stocks!

| Jed Lloren

Building your first portfolio can be intimidating. These three stocks can get you started on the right track!

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5 Financial Tips to Help You Get to a +$1,000,000 Stock Portfolio

| Kay Ng

Start saving and investing now with these financial tips if you want to build a sizeable stock portfolio!

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3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy, Even at All-Time Highs

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These strong TSX stocks may be at all-time highs, but don't let that scare you off. Each is still a…

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Counter a Volatile Market With Some Defensive Investments

| Demetris Afxentiou

These two stocks are great long-term investments that offer growth and income potential in defensive packages.

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Ukraine Conflict: 1 TSX Stock to Help Donate Dividends

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Many of us feel impotent about the Ukraine conflict, but you can help. By investing in this TSX stock, you…

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Russia-Ukraine War Intensifies: How to Safeguard Your Stock Investments

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s how Canadian stock investors could minimize their risk exposure amid intensifying Russia-Ukraine conflict.

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3 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy No Matter What Happens on the TSX

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three Canadian stocks are solid buys no matter how the TSX performs, showing solid growth for years and dividends…

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New Investors: 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Kay Ng

New and passive investors should have these three dividend stocks on their watchlists right now, as the stocks appear to…

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Why Aecon Group Stock Dived 10% Wednesday

| Jitendra Parashar

Here's why Aecon Group's (TSX:ARE) stock tanked by over 10% Wednesday -- a day after releasing its Q4 earnings.

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Escalating Russia-Ukraine Conflict Could Mean a Bumpy Ride Ahead

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s why the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict could lead to a bumpy ride for Air Canada stock investors.

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Stocks for Beginners: 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Vineet Kulkarni

Here are three top Canadian stocks that could build significant wealth over the long term.

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TSX Stocks I’d Buy as the Ukraine-Russia Crisis Escalates

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is just one of many intriguing high-value dividend stocks out there that may be worth buying as market…

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Getting a Tax Refund? Make the Most of it With These 3 Stocks!

| Jed Lloren

It’s time for tax season once again. Here are three stocks that could help you make the most out of…

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3 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy in March

| Robin Brown

This bear market is creating some deep-value buying opportunities for long-term investors. Here are three undervalued Canadian stocks for March!

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Why Aritzia Stock Plunged by 18% in February

| Jitendra Parashar

Aritzia stock dived 18.3% in February amid investors’ fear that emerging geopolitical tensions could worsen the global supply chain crisis.

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