Motley Fool Premium
  1. Category
    2. /
  2. Investing
    3. /
  3. Stocks for Beginners
    4. /

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.

Top Articles

data center server racks glow with light
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.

Read more »

Striking match creates fire and light.
Stocks for Beginners

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…

Read more »

A celebrity is photographed on a red carpet.
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.

Read more »

Striking match creates fire and light.
Stocks for Beginners

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…

Read more »

top TSX stocks to buy
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.

Read more »

runner ties shoe while stopped on grass outside
Stocks for Beginners

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…

Read more »

two people use AI to examine a house
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%…

Read more »

Striking match creates fire and light.
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?”

Read more »

Recent Stocks for Beginners News

A worker drinks out of a mug in an office.
Stocks for Beginners

Forget a Market Bottom and Buy These Stocks Now!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you hit a market bottom, it's by pure luck and nothing more. Stop trying to hit it and buy…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Where to Safely Invest $10,000 in a Bear Market

| Kay Ng

Embrace the market correction. If you're worried, you can consider easing into low-risk dividend stocks such as RBC stock.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Got $5,000? These 2 Promising Stocks Are Trading Near Their 52-Week Lows

| Demetris Afxentiou

Market volatility has exposed some stellar long-term picks that are trading near their 52-week lows. Here are two options to…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

S&P 500 Bear Market: Where to Invest $10,000 Right Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

It can be tough investing during a bear market. Here are two possible options for risk-seeking and risk-averse investors alike.

Read more »

TSX Today
Stocks for Beginners

TSX Today: Why Canadian Stocks Could Remain Volatile on Thursday, October 13

| Jitendra Parashar

The release of key inflation numbers from the U.S. market could increase the volatility in TSX stocks today.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

3 “Forever” Stocks That I Don’t Worry About

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for “forever” stocks to hold in your portfolio? Here are three that I don’t worry about.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

2 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist, and 1 to Avoid

| Robin Brown

There are plenty of high-quality TSX stocks trading at insane bargains right now. Here's two top stocks to buy and…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Top Retail Stocks to Buy Before the Holidays

| Demetris Afxentiou

The holiday shopping season is starting to ramp up. Here are two top retail stocks boasting strong growth to consider…

Read more »

A person builds a rock tower on a beach.
Stocks for Beginners

How I’d Invest $20,000 Today if I Had to Start From Scratch

| Jed Lloren

Are you curious how others would build their portfolio if they had to start from scratch? Here’s what I would…

Read more »

Car, EV, electric vehicle
Tech Stocks

Is Tesla Stock a Buy Today While It’s Down 44% This Year?

| Puja Tayal

Tesla stock fell 44% as supply issues weaken the auto industry and Musk deals with a lawsuit. Should you buy…

Read more »

Bank Stocks

2 Cheap Banking Stocks to Buy Now and Never Sell

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some cheap bank stocks to diversify your portfolio? Here are two superb options that can provide growth and…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Ready To Buy the Dip? This Auto Stock Is a Smart Buy

| Puja Tayal

Industry-wide headwinds have put auto stocks in the deep red. Now is the time to buy this stock and book…

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

The Easiest Way to Create a Million-Dollar TFSA 

| Puja Tayal

A million-dollar TFSA portfolio is possible with the right mix of promising growth stocks and dividend stocks that can compound…

Read more »

A red umbrella stands higher than a crowd of black umbrellas.
Stocks for Beginners

Worried About a Recession? 3 Stocks to Play Defence for Your Portfolio

| Demetris Afxentiou

Investors that are worried about a recession should consider these defensive stocks to buy. They trade at a discount now.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Are Screaming Buys Today

| Robin Brown

Canada's best-known dividend stocks have fallen in the past month. Here are three top stocks that are screaming buys in…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

No Savings at 30? Warren Buffett’s Method Could Help You Get Rich

| Vineet Kulkarni

Here's how you can become your own Warren Buffett!!

Read more »

rail train
Stocks for Beginners

CP Stock or CNR Stock: Which Should Investors Own in a Downturn?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CP (TSX:CP) stock and CNR (TSX:CNR) stock have been steady as a rail these past few years, but what about…

Read more »

A red umbrella stands higher than a crowd of black umbrellas.
Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks Safer for Investing in a Bear Market

| Kay Ng

Embrace bear markets and use the opportunity to buy quality dividend stocks at bargain prices to build wealth long term!

Read more »

Plant growing through of trunk of tree stump
Stocks for Beginners

This 1 Growth Stock Could 10x in 10 Years

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are key reasons why this Canadian growth stock has the potential to multiply your money if you buy it…

Read more »

Person slides down a stair handrail
Stocks for Beginners

Ready to Get Rich in the Stock Market? 5 Investments You Can’t Go Wrong With

| Demetris Afxentiou

Are you looking for some options to get rich in the stock market? Here are five long-term picks you can't…

Read more »

Energy Stocks

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

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks are ideal options for safely investing $1,000 in this unpredictable market.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Where Will the Bear Market Bottom? History Offers a Very Clear Clue

| Kay Ng

Embrace market corrections by taking the opportunity to buy quality stocks like Fortis (TSX:FTS) at cheaper valuations!

Read more »

Dividend Stocks

Here’s Why I’m Confident About Investing Through the Down Market

| Vineet Kulkarni

There is no bear market in history that has not been followed by a bull cycle. Rather than fret over…

Read more »

A bull and bear face off.
Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks to Buy in a Recession

| Robin Brown

Are you worried about a recession? Top TSX stocks like Fortis and Dollarama may be perfect investments for a future…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

How to Turn a $6,000 TFSA or RRSP Into $600,000

| Kay Ng

You can retire comfortably early if you do some serious retirement planning. Investing regularly in your TFSA and maybe your…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks You’ll Wish You Bought at These Prices

| Jed Lloren

Stocks are currently trading at unbelievable discounts. Here are three TSX stocks you’ll wish you had bought at these prices!

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

No Time to Invest? The Easiest Way to Create a Million-Dollar TFSA

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s how investors can take advantage of a recent market crash to create a million-dollar TFSA with ease.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Here’s Why I’m Confident About Investing in a Down Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This down market continues to trade near 52-week lows, providing you with a small window of time where you can…

Read more »

A red umbrella stands higher than a crowd of black umbrellas.
Stocks for Beginners

2 Safe Stocks to Buy for a Bear Market

| Daniel Da Costa

As the market conditions continue to worsen as we begin the fall, safe stocks, such as these two, are some…

Read more »

A red umbrella stands higher than a crowd of black umbrellas.
Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Safest U.S. Stocks Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

Are you looking for some safe stocks to weather volatility? Here are some of the safest U.S. stocks to consider…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Got $5,000? 3 Stocks to Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Kay Ng

Take away the guess work in stock investing. Only invest in the ones you plan to hold for the next…

Read more »

Car, EV, electric vehicle
Stocks for Beginners

1 Beaten-Down Canadian EV Stock (With Dividends) to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s one of the best Canadian EV stocks you can buy on the dip right now to hold for the…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

3 Fantastic TSX Stocks You May Be Overlooking

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for TSX stocks to add to your portfolio? Here are three stocks that you may be overlooking.

Read more »

A plant grows from coins.
Stocks for Beginners

3 High-Growth TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Vineet Kulkarni

Forget tech names. These TSX stocks could notably outperform markets.

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Have $1,000? 2 All-Weather Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Kay Ng

All-weather dividend stocks like BCE and Brookfield Infrastructure can deliver good returns for a long time if you buy them…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

For New (and Old) Investors: 3 Dividend-Paying ETFs With Lower-Risk Profiles

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three dividend-paying ETFs with lower-risk profiles are suitable for new and old investors alike.

Read more »

Person slides down a stair handrail
Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks That Could Set You up for Life

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that could help set you up for life? Here are three top picks!

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

Market Selloff: 2 of the Safest Canadian Stocks I’d Buy in October 2022 to Hold Forever

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the safest Canadian stocks I find worth buying in October 2022, despite the ongoing market turmoil.

Read more »

clock time
Stocks for Beginners

Here’s Why Now’s a Great Time to Start Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

In order to become financially free, it's crucial to start investing as soon as possible, especially in this highly opportune…

Read more »

Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks I Will “Never” Sell

| Nicholas Dobroruka

These two TSX stocks may be down significantly from all-time highs, but there’s absolutely no reason for long-term investors to…

Read more »