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Stocks for Beginners

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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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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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These 2 TSX Stocks Are Plunging: Time to Buy the Dip or Sell Out?

| Joey Frenette

Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and TD Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two great Canadian stocks to buy on weakness.

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3 Top Canadian Stocks I Plan to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

If you want multi-bagger returns, you have to think long term. Here are three top Canadian stocks I plan to…

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3 Dirt-Cheap Stocks to Buy on the TSX This September

| Robin Brown

With the TSX hitting all-time highs, undervalued stocks are harder to find. Yet here are three dirt-cheap TSX stocks you…

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3 Top TSX Stocks for RRSP Investors

| Andrew Walker

These three top TSX stocks deserve to be on your RRSP buy list. Here's why.

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TFSA Investors: 2 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy for the Long Term

| Daniel Da Costa

The Tax-Free Savings Account is an incredible tool for investors, so it's crucial that you use your TFSA to buy…

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Forget Cineplex: Here Are 3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Cineplex stock may look cheap, these three Canadian stocks offer far more value for investors who are looking to…

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Millennials: 2 Top Canadian Stocks to Stash in Your TFSA Amid Higher Inflation

| Joey Frenette

Millennials should look to stash Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and another top Canadian stock in their TFSAs for decades at a time.

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This 1 Cheap TSX Stock Could Explode in September 2021

| Jitendra Parashar

Here's why I expect Primo Water (TSX:PRMW)(NYSE:PRMW) stock rally to intensify in September, making it one of the best cheap…

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How to Buy an Income-Producing Property Without a Mortgage

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for an income-producing property without the mortgage or tenants? Here’s a stellar option to consider for growth and income…

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Worried About a Recession? 5 Top Canadian Stocks You’ll Want to Own

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're concerned about a slowdown in the economy or even a recession on the horizon, these five stocks are…

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2 White-Hot TSX Growth Stocks That Could See Further Upside

| Joey Frenette

Docebo (TSX:DCBO)(NASDAQ:DCBO) is just one of two hot TSX growth stocks that tech-savvy investors should look to buy right now.

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Is this Buffett’s Favourite Investing Sector?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to invest like Warren Buffett, these two top Canadian stocks are some of the best stocks to…

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3 Cheap Stocks Every Millennial Needs Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're a millennial Motley Fool investor, forget growth. You can see substantial income in the years to come with…

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3 Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

| Jed Lloren

Trying to find stocks that could help you beat the market over the next decade? Here are my three top…

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2 Smart TSX Stocks to Buy Under $30 This September

| Robin Brown

Looking for strong growth and attractive dividends? These two under-$30 TSX stocks may be the smartest buys you can find…

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Where to Drop $2,000 Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

New investors are often cash strapped from investing large numbers. Fortunately, there are superb stocks you can drop $2,000 on…

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Why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) Stock Could Skyrocket This Week

| Jitendra Parashar

I expect these factors to help Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B)(TSX:ATD.A) stock soar this week and beyond.

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4 Types of Stocks for Risk-Averse Investors

| Puja Tayal

Stock market investing is not just about taking risks but taking calculated risks and getting rewarded for it. Here are…

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3 Top Canadian Value Stocks for September 2021

| Joey Frenette

Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI), Cineplex (TSX:CGX), and another stock look like great Canadian stocks heading into a September 2021 that…

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Why the Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Recovery Isn’t Happening Yet

| Demetris Afxentiou

Both critics and fans of Cineplex (TSX:CGX) continue to wait for the eventual post-COVID recovery. But is that Cineplex recovery…

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3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy in September

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy stocks in September, start with these three. They are three of the top Canadian stocks…

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2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Ahead of the 4th Wave

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks have some of the safest and most resilient operations, making them some of the best…

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Bear Market Coming: 2 Things You Can Do!

| Kay Ng

Is the bull getting tired? If so, will the bear take over and cause a bear market? If you're worried…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $30 in September 2021

| Robin Brown

Looking for some attractive value on the TSX in September? Here are three cheap Canadian stocks trading under $30 right…

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3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in September 2021

| Jed Lloren

With a new month upon us, which growth stocks should be on your radar? Here are my top three picks…

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2 Trending TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now for Solid Returns

| Jitendra Parashar

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B)(TSX:ATD.A) and NFI Group (TSX:NFI) are two of the trending Canadian stocks right now that could help you…

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3 Top TSX Stocks to Start Your Portfolio

| Kay Ng

Are you just starting investing to create wealth for the long term? Here are three top Canadian stocks to ignite…

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Undervalued Stocks: 3 Top Canadian Picks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for some of the top Canadian stocks to buy, here are three value picks to consider as…

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The 3 Best Under-$7 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three amazing but cheap TSX stocks to buy right now that are currently trading below $7 per share.

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New Investor? Here Are 3 Great Starter Stocks to Consider

| Jed Lloren

Trying to build an investment portfolio for the first time? Here are three great starter stocks to consider.

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1 Canadian Stock I’d Pounce on Before it’s too Late

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is a great Canadian stock that looks like it could skyrocket into the stratosphere over the next…

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Is Air Canada the Top Value Stock to Buy Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock still trades down more than 50% from its pre-pandemic price. Does that make it the best value…

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WELL Health vs. HIVE Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

While HIVE Blockchain Technologies and WELL Health Technologies are two of the top growth stocks in Canada, here's which stock…

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The Top Canadian Stock to Buy in September 2021

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is one high-growth Canadian stock I wouldn't want to sleep on as we head into a choppy…

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Got $1,000? 4 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Today!

| Robin Brown

Got $1,000 today that you are looking to invest soon? Here are four of the cheapest stocks you can find…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 5 Dividend Stocks for Beginners

| Puja Tayal

When the stock market is in a bear zone, you can lock in a higher dividend yield. Here are five…

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2 Top TSX Stocks That Can Help You Retire Early!

| Robin Brown

Compounding returns can change your life! If you want to retire early, here are two top TSX stocks that could…

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2 Under-$5 TSX Stocks Beginners Should Buy Today

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two cheap and fundamentally strong stocks beginners can buy today that are trading under $5 per share.

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The 2 Best Canadian Stocks I’d Buy While They’re Still Cheap

| Joey Frenette

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and red-hot grocer Empire Company Limited (TSX:EMP.A) are two Canadian stocks that still reek of value!

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2 Canadian Stocks Near 52-Week Lows

| Joey Frenette

Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are great Canadian stocks near 52-week lows to check out today.

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