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Stocks for Beginners

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

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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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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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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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Index Funds or Stocks: Which is the Better Investment?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Index funds can provide a great long-term option with a diverse range of investments, but stocks can create higher growth.…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $500 Each Month to Create a Passive Income of $266 in 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Regular monthly investments of $500 in the iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF (TSX:XDIV), starting right now in…

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Making a Move? These Are the Inflation Rates for Each Province

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

No matter where you live, it's important to understand the factors influencing your province's rising inflation rates. Or falling!

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The Investor’s Sleep Test: When to Know it’s Time to Sell

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you not catching enough shut-eye? It's likely because of finances, but don't worry! Here is how to gauge what…

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Dollarama Stock Is Rising, But Is it Still a Buy?

| Jitendra Parashar

Dollarama’s seemingly evergreen business model, continued expansion efforts, and initiatives to improve productivity make it a great Canadian stock to…

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Dividend Stocks

Ranking Inflation Rates in Canada: How Does Your City Stack Up?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Inflation rates stoked higher for some cities, but dropped for others. So let's look at how your city stacked up,…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Is Up (Again): What Investors Need to Know

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Inflation ticked higher in Canada this month, but core inflation was lower. Here's how investors can take advantage during this…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Steps to Creating the Perfect Passive Income Portfolio With $0 in Savings!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're looking for extra income, but don't have the extra income to spare, here is how investors can get…

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If the Best Offence Is a Good Defence, This Stock Is a Winner

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want an essential stock, defence stocks are definitely ones to consider. And CAE stock is seeing an increase…

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Got $100? 2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are some great top Canadian stocks on the market to buy and hold right now. Here's a look at…

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1 Passive Income Stream and 1 Dividend Stock for $491.80 in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Need to invest but have nothing to start with? This passive income stream and dividend stock are exactly where you…

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How to Make $1 Million in 10 Years Through Saving and Investing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want to make $1 million in a decade? Follow these tips on how to cut back to save and invest…

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Dividend Stocks

Emergency Fund 101: How Much Do Canadians Really Need?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you need an emergency fund but have no idea where to start, we've got you. Along with an easy…

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Energy Stocks

Bargain Hunters: TRP Stock is the Best Dividend Deal Around!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TRP stock (TSX:TRP) offers a high dividend, but is still trading lower than 52-week highs. Now is the best time…

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Energy Stocks

So You Own Algonquin Stock: Is It Still a Good Investment?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Algonquin stock (TSX:AQN) was once a top investment for Canadians seeking a high dividend. But after a cut last year,…

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TSX at Record Highs: Is it Too Late to Start Investing?

| Jitendra Parashar

Despite its recent surge, the TSX Composite still offers great opportunities for investors to multiply their hard-earned savings over the…

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Stocks for Beginners

I’m Bullish on Tesla (But Even MORE on This Canadian EV Stock)

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s why this Canadian EV stock can outperform the broader market by a big margin over the long term.

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Got $5,000? 5 Stocks to Buy for Lasting Wealth

| Robin Brown

Got $5,000 to build a long-term compounding stock portfolio? Here are five top Canadian stocks to building lasting lifetime wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Some of these dividend stocks will take longer to recover than others, but they'll certainly pay you to stick around.

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Watching This 1 Key Metric Could Help You Beat the Stock Market 

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're looking for the best way to beat the TSX 60, look at this key metric and find a…

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Is Couche-Tard Stock a Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Couche-Tard stock (TSX:ATD) may be up 11% in the last year, but quarterly results have been shrinking, leaving investors on…

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2 TSX Stocks That Could Help Set You Up for Life

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some of the best TSX stocks to add to your portfolio? Here's a duo to consider that can…

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Stocks for Beginners

Low-Risk Investors: Why IAG Stock Could Be Your Best Bet Yet!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

IAG (TSX:IAG) stock operates in a stable sector, with a strong dividend and returns. And there are even more reasons…

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3 Canadian Stocks Tailor-Made for Beginning Investors in 2024

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are some great options to buy now for beginning investors. Here are three stocks to buy today and hold…

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Check Out This Soaring Stock up 486% in 5 Years — With More Gains Likely to Come

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shares of this stock are soaring, up 486% in the last five years. But this small-cap stock has a lot…

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Dividend Stocks

For Passive Income, These REITs Are a Fantastic Bet

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two small-cap REITs are making some headway in 2024, and that should continue this year and beyond as they…

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Steel Is in Demand: 2 Canadian Stocks That Should Benefit

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Steel stocks are making a comeback, with 2024 and 2025 marked as huge years for the industry. And these two…

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3 Legit Investing Tips From Twitter, of All Places

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three tips can see you through some very tough times and are the top pieces of advice all investors…

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Down 19% From its 52-Week High, Can Magna Stock Turn Things Around?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Magna (TSX:MG) stock is a long way from 52-week highs, and even further from all-time highs, yet is there enough…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Earn $1,317.16 in Passive Income With Less Than $10K in Savings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for passive income? Just $10,000 can create an immense amount even in the first year. And even more if…

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3 Lesser-Known Reasons to Claim CPP Benefits Early

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

While waiting until 70 certainly has many benefits, there are some Canadians who cannot afford to wait, or have reasons…

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Dividend Stocks

How $250 per Month Can Create $3,000 in Annual Dividend Income

| Puja Tayal

You can start planning for retirement with just a $250 investment every month. All you need is dividend income that…

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2 Stocks I’d Avoid in 2024 (And 1 I’d Buy!)

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

While these two stocks have fallen from grace, I would certainly consider this other top performer for 2024, if not…

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Stock Fell 7% Last Week

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BlackBerry stock (TSX:BB) had a reasonable fourth quarter, but saw shares drop lower from a lawsuit filed against its CEO.

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2 Soaring Stocks I’d Buy Now With No Hesitation

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, these soaring stocks have already climbed by immense amounts. But I would all but guarantee these companies have more…

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2 FIRE Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two FIRE stocks are the easiest way to achieve early financial freedom, and have already proven to be strong…

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The Best Stocks to Invest $500 in Right Now

| Nicholas Dobroruka

There’s no need to break the bank to invest today. Here are five top stocks that will cost you less…

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3 Strategies to Unlock Hidden Value From Your RRSP Contributions

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The RRSP has so many benefits, but have you heard of these ones? If not, you're potentially missing out on…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Dollarama Stock Surged 8% on Thursday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dollarama stock (TSX:DOL) saw shares surge as the stock passed all 2024 guidance, and they are predicted to have even…

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3 Expert Tips to Maximize Your Investment Gains, Even in Tough Times

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're fearful about the future of the market, consider these options that can help you maximize your returns in…

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