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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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

Forget GICs: This Dividend Stock Pays 10× the Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

GICs feel safe, but rising inflation and looming rate cuts could make them money traps, so here’s why Royal Bank’s…

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Energy Stocks

Worried About Inflation? This 6% TSX Dividend Stock Has You Covered

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Inflation is quietly eroding your savings, so here’s how investing, especially in dividend-paying renewables like Polaris Renewable (PIF), can help…

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Energy Stocks

Cenovus Is Getting Ready to Buy MEG Energy: Is Either Stock a Buy Before the Merger?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cenovus is set to acquire MEG Energy – here’s which stock could make sense before the deal closes and what…

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Stocks for Beginners

What Trump’s New Timber Tariffs Mean for Canadian Resource Stocks

| Demetris Afxentiou

The new swath of timber tariffs is going to have an impact on some of Canada’s resource stocks. Here’s what…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Build $500 in Monthly Income With Just 3 Canadian Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want $500 a month from TSX dividends? Here’s a simple mix of monthly payers to build steady income.

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3 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Can Pay You Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want dependable income? These three Canadian dividend stocks offer high yields backed by cash flow and disciplined management.

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2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks Ready to Explode Higher

| Jitendra Parashar

For investors hunting for value and growth, these two Canadian stocks could be the next ones to surge higher.

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Dividend Stocks

Down 57%, This is Still the Best Lifetime Dividend Stock to Buy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

NorthWest Healthcare REIT’s big price drop masks a global portfolio of long-term medical properties and a 7.3% yield that could…

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Why This Dividend Stock Could Double Your OAS Payments

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want to boost modest OAS payments? Learn how dividend stocks in tax-advantaged accounts can help you double that income over…

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Want to Build Real Wealth? Start With These 2 Long-Term TSX Picks

| Jitendra Parashar

If you’re serious about building long-term wealth, these two TSX stocks could be solid picks to start with.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Bank of Nova Scotia Is My Favourite Stock for a Bear Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Scotiabank's mix of steady dividends, fortress-like capital, and international reach makes it a top defensive pick for bear markets.

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Energy Stocks

How I’d Turn $100,000 Into Immense Monthly Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Can $100,000 generate big monthly income? Freehold Royalties' high yield and past share gains offer a possible path.

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Tech Stocks

These Common Mistakes Could Make TFSA Withdrawals Taxable

| Puja Tayal

Maximize your savings with a TFSA! Learn about tax-free withdrawals and the rules to avoid taxation on your investments.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Oversold Canadian Stock Down 30% That I’d Buy for Decades of Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Thinking a beaten-down dividend stock could pay for decades? Learn how to spot oversold income winners and why Fiera Capital…

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Tech Stocks

From Gold to AI: Canada’s Big Sector Rotation

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two TSX plays for a rotating market, Lundin Gold as a gold hedge and WELL Health as an AI-health rebound…

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Dividend Stocks

The Trusty Dividend Stocks That Earn Their Keep

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want dependable income? These two Canadian dividend stocks offer stable payouts and growth without chasing risky high yields.

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3 Stocks to Build Generational Wealth Your Grandchildren Will Thank You for

| Puja Tayal

Learn how to create a powerful stock portfolio that can benefit future generations. Invest wisely in stocks today.

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Dividend Stocks

This 9% Dividend Stock Is Practically Free Money Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Think the phone book’s dead? Yellow Pages now sells digital marketing subscriptions with a big yield, but declining sales raise…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Multi-Year TSX Winners Often Come From Surprising Sectors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Discover surprising TSX winners in niche sectors offering steady, long-term growth and potential multi-year returns for smart investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

Momentum Is Shifting to TSX Mining: Here’s Who Benefits

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Mining stocks, especially Teck Resources, are climbing the TSX charts. Here's how you can capitalize on the sector's momentum.

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Tech Stocks

What Investors Missed While Watching Canada’s Big Cap Names

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Look beyond Canada’s biggest names. Two under-the-radar TSX stocks could be the next long-term portfolio winners.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Defensive Plays on the Canadian Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want portfolio protection? Three defensive Canadian stocks in apartments, waste services, and discount retail, can help steady returns during market…

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Energy Stocks

TSX Breakout Stocks That Just Made the Leap

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Discover three TSX breakout stocks with explosive growth potential and learn why these should be on your investment watchlist.

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Tech Stocks

What Celestica Tells Us About Canada’s Industrial Upside

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Celestica's 317% rally spotlights Canada's shift to high-tech manufacturing tied to AI and semiconductors, but is the stock still worth…

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Subsector Trends: Mining vs Tech vs Energy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

AI is powering a TSX breakout and mining, tech, and energy stocks are set to benefit from rising demand for…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Dividend Stocks for Canadians in 2025

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dividend income with value: three TSX stocks offering yield, growth, and stability for 2025.

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2 Undervalued TSX Stocks I’d Buy Before They Correct to the Upside

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are plenty of undervalued TSX stocks to consider right now, despite the market still trading at highs. Here’s a…

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Energy Stocks

Clean Tech & AI: Two Forces Reshaping Canadian Investing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Clean tech and AI are converging, so here’s how Canadians can invest smartly, from renewables and miners to Brookfield Renewable…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Mining & Energy Could Drive Canada’s Next Leg Up

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Mining and clean energy are converging, so here’s why Lundin Mining and Northland Power are practical TSX plays for the…

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Tech Stocks

The TSX Portrait of a High-Growth Canadian Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want high‑growth Canadian stocks that actually last? Here are three quality names to consider for durable growth.

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How Royal Bank Just Jumped Ahead of the Pack

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Royal Bank of Canada posted record earnings, so here’s why its scale, diversified growth, and attractive valuation could keep it…

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Tech Stocks

Where Canada’s Real AI Opportunities Are Hidden

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two under-the-radar AI plays offer durable recurring revenue, AI advantages, and steady cash flow for long-term investors.

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My Top 5 Canadian Stock Picks for New Investors

| Christopher Liew, CFA

These five Canadian stocks for new investors can deliver higher returns from growth and dividends.

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Stocks for Beginners

TSX Growth Stocks With High Insider Ownership You Should Know

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Insider stakes speak volumes, so here’s why goeasy, Aritzia, and Enghouse deserve a closer look before you add them to…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Pullback? These Defensive TSX Names Could Cushion the Drop

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Market pullbacks are opportunities, so here are three defensive TSX dividend stocks (BCE, Metro, Fortis) to buy, hold, and collect…

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Tech Stocks

The Best AI Stocks in Canada You’ve Never Heard of

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two under‑the‑radar AI stocks promise recurring‑revenue growth and generative‑AI tailwinds, so here’s why Coveo and Docebo deserve a second look.

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Dividend Stocks

The TSX’s Best Performers So Far, And Why They Outpaced the Rest

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Celestica, Aritzia, and Lundin Gold led the TSX surge. Respectively, hardware demand, U.S. retail expansion, and record gold cash flows…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Protect Your Retirement Income

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking to protect your retirement income? The market has no shortage of great options, and here is a trio to…

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Energy Stocks

Clean Energy in Canada: The TSX Names Powering the Shift

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s clean‑energy leaders Brookfield Renewable, Boralex, and Northland Power combine scale, project pipelines, and attractive yields as renewables accelerate.

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3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $21,000 

| Puja Tayal

Discover why now is the time to invest in stocks. Find out which Canadian stocks are bouncing back after recent…

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