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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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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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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

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

1 High-Growth Canadian Stock Worth Buying

| Joey Frenette

Score Media and Gaming (TSX:SCR)(NASDAQ:SCR) is a high-growth Canadian stock that could surge as inflation jitters die down.

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3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Before This Earnings Season Starts

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three top TSX stocks that long-term investors can buy before their upcoming earnings events in July.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s My Top Canadian Stock to Buy in July 2021

| Vineet Kulkarni

goeasy (TSX:GSY) stock has risen five times from its March 2020 levels -- way superior to the TSX Composite Index’s…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dirt-Cheap TSX Value Stocks Perfect for the Second Half of 2021

| Joey Frenette

North West (TSX:NWC) and another top defensive stock that looks dirt cheap and ready to outperform the TSX Index in…

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Stocks for Beginners

A High-Yield Canadian REIT for a Passive-Income Boost

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) is just one of many high-yield REITs that Canadian investors should check out for a passive-income boost.

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada: Is the Stock About to Take Flight?

| Daniel Da Costa

As the vaccination efforts in Canada continue to progress well, is now the prime time to buy recovery stocks like…

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Reddit Stock: BlackBerry Sags Amid Downgrades

| Joey Frenette

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock has been downgraded furiously of late, but should the WallStreetBets Reddit rally be ruled out?

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2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy if the Market Selloff Intensifies in July 2021

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the best TSX stocks you can buy if the market selloff intensifies in the coming weeks.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Energy and Financial TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) is just one of two great TSX stocks to buy in the white-hot sectors powering the Canadian…

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Tech Stocks

This Dirt-Cheap Canadian EV Stock Is a Screaming Bargain

| Joey Frenette

NFI Group (TSX:NFI) is one Canadian EV stock that trades like a dirt-cheap bargain and it could be in for…

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2 of the Best Canadian EV Stocks to Bet on Today

| Jitendra Parashar

These two Canadian companies are readying to gain big from the upcoming electric vehicle revolution. Investors can buy their stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Value Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and two other dirt-cheap Canadian value stocks for their impressive dividends and growth potential.

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Bank Stocks

3 of the Best TSX Bank Stocks to Buy in Q3 2021

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s a list of three of the best bank stocks you can buy in July to ride the economic recovery.

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Stocks for Beginners

Next Lululemon? Why Aritzia Could Be Canada’s Next Great Retailer

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) has been ridiculously hot of late, but the retail stock may be getting started, as it looks to…

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Energy Stocks

Could the Market Rally Continue in Q3 2021?

| Jitendra Parashar

These reasons could be hurting investors’ sentiments lately -- triggering a market-wide selloff. However, I still expect the broader market…

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Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett: A Top Stock Recommendation for Beginner Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

Warren Buffett offers priceless advice. However, he's never really made any stock recommendations except for this suggestion to beginner investors.

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Tech Stocks

My 3 Top Reasons to Buy Lightspeed Stock This summer

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three key factors that make Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) one of the best tech stocks to buy on the…

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Stocks for Beginners

Forget BlackBerry: Canada Goose Stock Could Really Fly

| Joey Frenette

Canada Goose Holdings (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) stock could outpace BlackBerry shares as we head into a highly-uncertain year-end.

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Tech Stocks

Got $1,000? High-Growth Canadian Stocks to Buy in July 2021

| Vineet Kulkarni

Canadian stocks to buy: How are you playing the re-opening rally? Here are my top growth bets for long-term investors.

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Energy Stocks

3 Under-$10 Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy Today

| Jitendra Parashar

Despite the ongoing short-term correction, a continued recovery in oil prices and strong energy demand make these three energy stocks…

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Tech Stocks

Are Canada’s High-Growth Stocks Still Worth Buying?

| Joey Frenette

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) are high-growth Canadian stocks that are still buys at fresh highs.

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Dividend Stocks

What Roiled the Global Energy Markets This Week?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Global energy markets shook this week after OPEC+ talks collapsed, which could cause oil prices to change course in the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Quality Canadian Stocks to Buy for Steady Gains

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) won't make you rich overnight, but they can be key to big gains over…

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Stocks for Beginners

Will Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Stock Ever Recover?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) has dug a deep hole in investors’ pockets this year. What's next for investors?

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Dividend Stocks

Got $110 GST Refund? Begin Investing With Top 3 Stocks Under $50

| Puja Tayal

Have you received your GST refund of up to $114? This is the time to start investing in stocks and…

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Dividend Stocks

Income-Seeking Investors: Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in July 2021

| Vineet Kulkarni

Here are three top Canadian dividend stocks that offer handsome dividends and stability for long-term investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: Dividend Stocks Can Beat the Market for You

| Kay Ng

Buying quality dividend stocks is a great start for new investors who are aiming to consistently beat the market. Here's…

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Stocks for Beginners

Dogecoin: 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

With Dogecoin trading 70% off its high, investors may think it's worth a buy. However, these three Canadian stocks are…

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2 Hot Canadian Stocks to Buy This Summer

| Jitendra Parashar

These two Canadian stocks -- Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) -- could rally this summer. Here’s why.

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Tech Stocks

3 of the Best TSX Stocks That Could Fly in This Quarter

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’re three of the best TSX stocks that could stage a big rally this quarter and beyond.

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Why These 2 Stocks Under $20 Made Big Moves Yesterday

| Puja Tayal

On July 5, stocks of Cineplex (TSX:CSX) and Cascades (TSX:CAS) surged 5.39% and 6.34%, respectively. What led to this surge? 

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Dividend Stocks

Why Fortis (TSX:FTS) Is the Best Dividend Stock to Hold for Decades

| Vineet Kulkarni

As markets continue to trade at record highs, top Canadian utility stock Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) could be a classic defensive stock…

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Tech Stocks

3 Key Reasons to Buy Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Today to Hold Forever

| Jitendra Parashar

Despite its massive rally since its listing on the TSX in 2015, Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock could still be worth…

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This 1 TSX Tech Stock Could Skyrocket This Summer and Beyond

| Jitendra Parashar

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock could be the best Canadian tech stock to buy right now. Here’s why.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Under $30 in July 2021

| Robin Brown

The TSX Index keeps climbing and value is harder to find. Here are three very cheap TSX stocks with lots…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Forget Bitcoin: Barrick Gold Stock May Be the Best Hedge for Your Buck

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) stock may very well be a better hedge than Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies in an inflationary environment.

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Top 3 TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy This Week

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three of the best Canadian dividend stocks that long-term investors can buy today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Deeply Discounted Dividend Stocks for Canadian Investors

| Joey Frenette

IA Financial (TSX:IAG) and Intact Financial (TSX:IFC) are two dirt-cheap dividend stocks for Canadian investors to check out this summer.

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3 Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Jed Lloren

Looking for new stocks to add to your portfolio? Here are three stocks to buy and hold forever.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Tips to Becoming a Successful Stock Investor

| Kay Ng

Want to increase your chance of succeeding in stock investing and build riches? Here are five tips for you!

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