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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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Is Constellation Software Stock Worth a Buy in December?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Constellation stock (TSX:CSU) is up 46% in the last year alone, but after an earnings miss should investors still consider…

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Got $1,000? 3 Stocks to Invest in for December 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three stocks offer investors some quality income and a quick recovery as the market continues to rebound before 2024.

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Don’t Overlook These Canadian Large-Cap Stocks Just Because They’re Everywhere

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These large-cap stocks are already on everyone's radar, but for good reason. I would pick them up on the TSX…

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Bombardier Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) stock and the future of jet aircraft remains up in the air, so what has been happening to…

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Buy the Dip: 2 Stocks to Buy Today for a Big Profit in 5 Years

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best Canadian stocks you can invest in today and hold at least for the next…

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Earning While You Sleep: The Power of Dividend Investing in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These dividend stocks can help you earn massive income even while you sleep, with both offering value to boot! And…

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3 of the Best Canadian Stocks I Plan to Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These Canadian stocks offer dividends, growth, and huge opportunities for investors. Including investors like me!

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Got $1,000? 3 Stocks to Invest in for November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks provide investors with some major growth opportunities in the coming years, even with just $1,000.

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The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $400 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're looking for big gains from a small investment, the bank stocks are your best bet -- especially with…

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Will Canadian Stocks Have a Santa Claus Rally in 2023?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The Santa Claus Rally isn't a certainty, though it's happened 57 times over a 70-year period! Will it happen again…

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Navigating Bear Markets: A Top TSX Stock Proven to Outperform

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s a top TSX stock you can add to your portfolio today to expect market-beating returns.

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Rising From the Ashes: Canadian Stocks Bouncing Back Stronger

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two growth stocks have surged back after crashing and burning, and it doesn't look like they'll be slowing down…

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Why Now Is the Time to Buy 2 Stocks in Bulk

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best TSX growth stocks long-term investors can buy in bulk in November 2023.

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The Allure of Passive Income: Exploring Canada’s Top Dividend Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These dividend stocks provide stellar passive income, with returns that are pretty much guaranteed! So hop in before this deal…

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GICS vs. High-Yield Stocks: What’s the Better Buy for a TFSA?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA is already a great way to invest for the future, but how should investors create passive income? Through…

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Dividend Investors: Top TSX Utility Stocks to Buy as Oil Prices Rise

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Oil and gas stocks wax and wane, but utility stocks stay strong. Yet, I would consider this newer one if…

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Dividend Investors: Top Canadian Utility Stocks for November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Utility stocks have been touted as safe investments, but shares have dropped as of late. However, these two are already…

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Dollarama Stock Is up 18% This Year! Is it a Good Buy Today?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock has grown 18% in 2023 alone but has so much more to give investors who are willing…

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3 Stocks to Buy as Inflation (Finally) Cools!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

As inflation cools, the market is bound to go up, which is why now is the time to get in…

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2 Top Retail Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best and seemingly undervalued retail stocks you can buy on the TSX today.

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Why Many Canadians Prefer Dividend Investing Over Growth Strategies

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Should Canadians be investing in dividends or growth stocks for the foreseeable future? The answer, is both! Here's why.

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Investing in the Era of Rising Rates: 5 Tips for Every Canadian

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are my tips on how investors can navigate a high interest rate environment.

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Is BCE Stock a Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE stock (TSX:BCE) has seen shares drop as it feels pressure from all sides, so is the stock a buy…

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Why Every Canadian Investor Should Embrace Bear Market Volatility – Really

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bear market investing is top notch these days, when the market is recovering but still down. So get on it…

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Energy Stocks

Why Utility Stocks Could Be Canada’s Safeguard Against Increasing Rates

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Utility stocks climbed and fell during the early days of the economic downturn, but now could be the best time…

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3 TSX Stocks at 52-Week Highs That Are Still Buys!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks may have hit 52-week highs, but there is a lot more room to run thanks to…

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2 Top Aerospace and Defence Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Aerospace and defence stocks are some of the most stable, yet cyclical stocks out there. Yet with support through government…

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3 Signs to Watch if You’re Eager for a Bull Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Is a bull market actually here? This is how to see whether a bull market is here to stay and…

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My 3 Favourite TSX Retail Stocks for November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These retail stocks cover all the bases, from discount dealers to e-commerce titans, you can get it all this month…

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Dividend Stocks

With a 4.6% Dividend Yield, Is it Time to Buy Granite Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Granite stock (TSX:GRT.UN) may be down in the last year, but industrial stocks are only set to rise, and Granite…

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3 TSX Stocks on Sale for Long-Term Investors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three TSX stocks offer amazing options for long-term holders, thanks to a history of growth and more to come.

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Analysts: Prepare for Stocks to Outperform Fixed Income in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Strategists believe that there is going to be some major growth in 2024, with stocks leading the charge. But this…

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Dividend Stocks

Navigating the World of REITs: Dividend Gems in the Canadian Real Estate Sector

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Real estate stocks remain some of the best options for dividend income, but these two are the ones I'd consider…

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Seeking Value in a Declining Market: Canadian Stocks at a Discount

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These Canadian stocks offer major value, with shares down but already on the recovery, as the TSX today looks to…

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I Was Wrong About Goodfood Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Goodfood (TSX:FOOD) stock looked like a winner back in 2020, with all of us needing food at home. But since…

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Got $2,000? 2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist Now

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best Canadian growth stocks you can buy with an investment as low as $2,000 before…

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Thursday, November 16

| Jitendra Parashar

Despite no corporate results, TSX stocks may remain volatile, as investors continue to react to recently released important U.S. inflation…

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Solopreneurs: Stop Fearing the Future. Prepare for it!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Solopreneurs have had a difficult last few years, but don't give up on your future! Simply prepare for it with…

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Up 27% in 2023, Is FirstService Stock Worth a Buy Today?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

FirstService (TSX:FSV) stock has risen dramatically this year, with analysts expecting even more growth. But can it keep up in…

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The Best Canadian Food Stocks in November 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These food stocks show signs of improvement, maybe not immediately but certainly in the future. So, get them while they're…

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