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Stocks for Beginners

Investing in stocks can feel intimidating at first, but it’s one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth. For beginners, the key idea to understand is that there’s no “perfect” time to start—because historically, markets have trended upward over long periods despite short-term ups and downs. Whether markets are rising or falling, consistent investing over time has rewarded patient investors, making any time a good time to begin if your focus is long-term growth.

More importantly, the stock market allows your money to work for you, rather than relying solely on your own time and effort to generate income. By investing in stocks, you’re putting your capital to work in businesses that grow, innovate, and generate profits—often compounding returns year after year. Instead of trading hours for dollars, investing gives you the opportunity to build wealth in the background while you focus on your career, goals, or everyday life.

To learn more about Stocks for Beginners and how to actually buy stocks in Canada, take a look at our Guide to How to Start Investing in Canada for all the details.

Recent Stocks for Beginners News

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3 Canadian Stocks Tailor-Made for Beginning Investors in 2024

February 7, 2024 | Robin Brown

New to investing, but want some stocks to hold for the long term? Here are three stocks buy in 2024…

3 CRA Benefits Most Canadians Can Grab in 2024

February 7, 2024 | Puja Tayal

The CRA has enhanced some of its benefits in 2024. Here’s how Canadians can make the most of these benefits.

Move Over, China: Wall Street Is Betting Big on India

February 7, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

India looks as though it will take over China within the next decade as one of the largest economies and…

Why the Vanguard Growth ETF Portfolio (TSX:VGRO) Is One of My Favorite ETFs

February 7, 2024 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

VGRO ticks all the right boxes when it comes to an ideal core portfolio holding.

Is it Too Late to Buy Magna Stock?

February 6, 2024 | Jitendra Parashar

Here’s why Magna stock continues to be one of the most attractive investment options for long-term investors in Canada, despite…

McDonald’s Stock Drops on Sales Miss, and This Canadian Stock Could Be Next

February 6, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

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Is Air Canada Stock a Buy in February 2024?

February 6, 2024 | Jitendra Parashar

Here are some important factors you need to consider before buying Air Canada stock in February 2024.

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Got $1,000? Buy These Hot Growth Stocks Before They Take Off

February 6, 2024 | Robin Brown

Got $1,000 to build a growth stock portfolio? Here are three Canadian multi-bagger stocks in the making.

Stocks for Beginners

3 Reasons to Buy Brookfield Infrastructure Partners Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

February 5, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

BIP (TSX:BIP.UN) stock has had a hard year, but that could mean investors have a great chance to hop in…

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Cameco Stock Could Pop After Earnings: Is It a Buy Beforehand?

February 5, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cameco stock (TSX:CCO) has seen shares increase substantially in the last year, but is it all due to higher spot…

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Want to Be an RRSP Millionaire? 3 Tips All Retirees Should Know

February 4, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Follow these tips and you're sure to put your RRSP into millionaire status before you know it!

The Time Is Now: Simple Steps to Start Investing in Stocks This Year!

February 3, 2024 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are three easy, affordable ETF picks beginners can use to start investing in global stocks.

2 TSX Stocks That Could Explode in February

February 2, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks may be near all-time highs, but investors will likely see even more come their way during…

Business Earnings Could Double This Year! Time to Buy CP Stock?

February 2, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

CP stock (TSX:CP) has seen shares reach 52-week highs after announcing it expects synergies to double earnings for 2024.

Canada’s Economy Grew Yet Again! Here’s What That Means for Investors

February 2, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investors continue to watch for signs of a rate hike in the future, but in the meantime, what should investors…

Aurora Cannabis’ Reverse Stock Split: Is the Stock a Buy Today?

February 2, 2024 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cannabis stock Aurora (TSX:ACB) is consolidating shares once again, but what does this mean for investors?

New Investors: How to Build a Worry-Free Dividend Portfolio

February 1, 2024 | Kay Ng

Start building a dividend portfolio with businesses you know, such as Fortis and TD that trade at good valuations today.