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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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Beginner Investors: TFSAs Made Easy With 2 Simple Dividend Stocks

| Joey Frenette

Magna International is an auto-parts maker that could help new investors kick-start their first TFSA portfolios.

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Cross the Border to Prosperity: Canadian Investors Can Find Opportunities in the U.S. Market

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two ETFs provide affordable exposure to thousands of U.S. stocks.

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Thursday, June 22

| Jitendra Parashar

Fed chair Jerome Powell’s testimony and other economic data could keep TSX stocks volatile today.

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3 Stocks Investors Have Ignored for Too Long

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks deserve your attention, or you'll likely regret it over the next decade!

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Canadian Pacific Railway Stock Is a Strong Contender for a Long-Term Portfolio

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CP (TSX:CP) stock continues to climb after its acquisition of Kansas City Southern became official, but there is so much…

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Outpace the TSX: Canadian Investors Can Unlock Unrivaled Opportunities in U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Consider ETFs tracking the S&P 500 or the Nasdaq 100 for diversified exposure to U.S. stocks.

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3 Stocks to Buy Today and Hold for the Next 5 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Pick up these TSX stocks today and you're sure to be very happy with your purchase five years from now.

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An Investor’s Paradise: 4 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy This June

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for a cozy portfolio with great long-term income potential? Here's how to establish an investor's paradise.

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TFSA Investing: 2 Stocks to Retire Wealthy

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two stocks may have high share prices, but that price is well worth the wealth you'll see in your…

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2 of the Best TSX Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You can bet on these TSX stocks recovering during the next year, making them excellent choices for long-term income.

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Make Your Money Work Harder: Why Canadian Investors Should Seek Growth in U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These ETFs provide affordable access to a diversified portfolio of U.S. stocks.

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Capture the American Advantage: Why Canadian Investors Shouldn’t Ignore the U.S. Market

| Jed Lloren

Are you interested in building the best portfolio? Here’s why you should include U.S. stocks if you want to achieve…

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TSX Today: Why Canadian Stocks Could Fall on Monday, June 12

| Jitendra Parashar

Investors’ expectations from the U.S. inflation data and Fed’s interest rate decision could keep TSX stocks volatile for the next…

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The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks may be down now, but if you have $1,000 they're also the best Canadian stocks to buy right…

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Why I’d Still Buy CP Stock at All-time Highs

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CP stock has risen higher and higher, dipping recently after earnings. But this could be the time to buy for…

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2 Canadian Utility Stocks With Stable Returns (and Dividends, too!)

| Demetris Afxentiou

Canadian utility stocks offer stable growth and juicy dividends. Here are two utilities to consider now while they're still discounted.

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3 Oversold Stocks to Buy Before They Bounce Back

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, stocks drop. But once they're oversold stocks, companies like these are due to rebound quickly. So, consider these while…

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Should Investors Have Cargojet Stock on Their Watchlist?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cargojet (TSX:CJT) stock has gone through many jumps in the last five years but is down significantly in 2023. So,…

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1 Energy Stock I’d Buy Over Enbridge Stock Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Enbridge stock had its time in the sun, but after years of barely any share movement, I would go to…

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, June 9

| Jitendra Parashar

TSX investors may want to closely watch the domestic labour market data today.

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5 Stocks You Can Confidently Invest $500 in Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you only have $500 to put towards a group of stocks, these are some of the first I would…

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2 REITs You Can Safely Buy Even When the Housing Market Does Whatever

| Demetris Afxentiou

REITs are great investments to generate a passive income stream. Here are two options you can safely buy today and…

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Retire Rich: TFSA Stocks to Power Your Golden Years

| Demetris Afxentiou

Investing in your TFSA early has huge benefits. Here’s a look at some stocks for your TFSA that can power…

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Is Bombardier Stock Worth Buying on the Dip in June 2023?

| Jitendra Parashar

These key factors make Bombardier stock look undervalued in June 2023 to buy for the long term.

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If You’d Invested $10,000 in Loblaw Stock in 2012, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Loblaw stock had a crazy decade, with many huge moves. This could have created wealth from a $10,000 investment, but…

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Tuesday, June 6

| Jitendra Parashar

TSX stocks may remain volatile today, as traders adjust their open positions ahead of Bank of Canada’s interest rate decision…

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Passive Income: How I Got to $2,000/Year After Just 4 Years of Saving

| Andrew Button

I got to $2,000/year in passive income partially by buying bank stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD).

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Maximize Your TFSA Potential: 3 Stocks to Buy Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFSA investors seeking long-term income would do well to consider these three TSX stocks that could certainly maximize growth potential,…

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Dollarama: This Safe TSX Stock Has Rallied in 9 Out of the Last 10 Years

| Jitendra Parashar

These key factors make Dollarama one of the safest Canadian stocks to bet on for the long term.

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TSX Today: Why Canadian Stocks Could Rise on Friday, June 2

| Jitendra Parashar

A recovery in commodity prices and the U.S. Senate’s approval of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 could lift the…

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Invest in These Stocks to Make the Most of Your TFSA

| Jitendra Parashar

If you are unable to find fundamentally strong stocks for your TFSA in 2023, here are two great stock picks…

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2 TSX Stocks to Smooth Over the Market’s Bumps

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the safest TSX stocks you can buy in June 2023 without worrying about high stock market…

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3 Undervalued Canadian Healthcare Stocks to Watch in 2023

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three healthcare stocks remain down during this market, making them all great opportunities for those seeking long-term gains.

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Thursday, June 1

| Jitendra Parashar

An early morning recovery in oil and base metals prices could help the commodity-heavy TSX index start the new month…

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My Top 5 Stock Picks for June 2023

| Puja Tayal

June is the time to buy seasonal stocks. But with fears of recession looming, my stock picks are resilient growth…

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How to Build a Diversified Portfolio With These Top TSX Stocks

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking to diversify your portfolio? The market is full of stellar options to consider, including these top TSX stocks to…

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Why 2023 Will Be a Stellar Year for Growth Stock Investors

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are plenty of options for growth stock investors to consider. Here are two options outperforming the market right now.

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I’d Aim for $1 Million Buying Just 5 To 10 TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to build a $1 million portfolio? Then focus your investments on 5 to 10 stocks instead of…

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Here’s When to Buy Dollarama Stock for a Recession

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock is a solid defensive play in the face of a recession, but with inflation and interest rates…

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Grocery Wars: Loblaw Stock vs. Metro

| Demetris Afxentiou

Loblaw (TSX:L) and Metro (TSX:MRU) are great long-term picks. But which grocer is better? Let’s review Loblaw stock and Metro…

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