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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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2 TSX Growth Stocks That Could Double Your Money in Under 5 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to double your money in five years or less, these two TSX growth stocks are easily some…

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Here Are 3 of the Smartest TSX Stocks to Buy Before 2022

| Robin Brown

TSX stocks have recently seen volatility. Yet here are three smart quality, value, and growth stocks to buy for 2022…

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September Selloff: 3 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy on Sale

| Daniel Da Costa

There are many reasons why this September selloff could continue to worsen. Here are three of the best Canadian growth…

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2 Surging Canadian Growth Stocks: Can They Go Higher?

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks have been some of the hottest investments lately, but can they continue their rally?

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Facedrive: 3 Crucial Investing Lessons

| Daniel Da Costa

Facedrive stock has been a big mover in recent trading days. Here are three crucial lessons we can learn from…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Today

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for new dividend stocks to add to your portfolio? Here are three top picks!

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Can You Retire Comfortably on Canadian ETFs Alone?

| Daniel Da Costa

Over the last few years, ETF investing has gained a tonne of popularity among Canadian investors. However, is it the…

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3 Top Canadian Stocks That Just Went on Sale

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy some top Canadian stocks today, these are three of the best long-term investment. Each one…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Value Matters in Stock Investing

| Kay Ng

Greatly boost your income and total returns by aiming to buy undervalued dividend stocks. Here are two concrete examples.

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Ether Faces Stiff Competition: What That Means for the Ultra-Popular Cryptocurrency

| Daniel Da Costa

Ether is one of the most popular cryptocurrencies there is, but with Ethereum facing increasing competition, is Ether still worth…

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New to Investing? 3 Simple Tips for Stock Investing Success!

| Kay Ng

Just starting investing and don't know where to begin? Here's how you can start investing by using what you know.

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3 Cheap U.S. Stocks That Are Buys

| Kay Ng

Have you run out of cheap Canadian stock ideas? Here are three quality U.S. dividend stocks to check out for…

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This Restaurant Stock Is a Great Reopening Play

| Daniel Da Costa

Restaurants were some of the worst-impacted stocks during the pandemic, making them excellent opportunities if you're looking for a reopening…

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Crypto Stocks vs. Facedrive: 1 Opportunity Far Exceeds the Other

| Daniel Da Costa

Crypto stocks and Facedrive have been two of the most popular investments among Canadian investors, but which is the better…

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3 TSX Stocks That Could Easily Double in Your TFSA

| Robin Brown

The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is the best way to quickly compound wealth. These three TSX stocks could easily double…

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3 Reasons This Dirt-Cheap Canadian Value Stock Could Soar    

| Daniel Da Costa

There aren't many value stocks for Canadian investors to buy today, but this one company is a stock that could…

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4 Canadian Stocks That Could Soar 68% or More According to Bay Street

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for Canadian growth stocks to buy, these four Canadian companies are some of the best opportunities on…

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TFSA Investors: 3 Top Stocks to Own for the Long Haul

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

At the Motley Fool, we're in it for the long haul. Stocks like Enbridge and BCE stock are top TFSA…

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These 2 Explosive TSX Stocks Have Nearly TRIPLED in a Year

| Jitendra Parashar

Let's look at two high-growth Canadian stocks that have delivered remarkable returns lately and still seem to have a lot…

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2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist This Month

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to find a Canadian stock to buy that's trading undervalued, these two stocks are investments worth making…

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Cineplex vs. Air Canada Stock: A Look at the Numbers  

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada and Cineplex are two of the most popular Canadian stocks. So here is a look at some key…

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3 Stocks That Are Must-Haves in Your Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Are you trying to build a well-balanced portfolio? These are three stocks you should consider holding!

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4 Under-$10 TSX Stocks Beginners Should Buy Now

| Jitendra Parashar

Here's a list of four cheap TSX stocks that new investors can buy now that are currently trading below $10…

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3 No-Brainer Stocks to Invest $300 in Right Now

| Kay Ng

Here's a good mix of dividend stocks for investors to start buying now and build a position in over time…

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Got $1,000? 3 Canadian Stocks to Get Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You can form an investment portfolio with only $1,000 seed capital. The trio of the Converge Technology Solutions stock, Extendicare…

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3 Cheap Canadian Stocks I’d Buy With $2,000 Right Now

| Jitendra Parashar

Let’s look at three cheap Canadian stocks that I would buy with $2,000 right now based on their improving long-term…

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When Will it Be Time to Buy Cineplex Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex is one of the cheapest recovery stocks in Canada today. But with a fourth COVID wave looming, will the…

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Why Facedrive Stock Has Plummeted 98% This Year

| Daniel Da Costa

Facedrive stock was one of the hottest investments to start the year. Here's how that changed so quickly and why…

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Top 3 TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Vishesh Raisinghani

The top TSX stocks to buy now include Nuvei (TSX:NVEI).

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2 Dirt-Cheap TSX Stocks for Beginners

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are cheap dividend stocks for beginners feeling a bit overwhelmed today.

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2 Undervalued Stocks to Buy While They’re Still Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks are massively undervalued, making them two of the best companies to buy in the current…

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Air Canada Stock: Will it Ever Recover?

| Daniel Da Costa

More than a year and a half into the pandemic, Air Canada stock continues to trade extremely cheap, leaving many…

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3 Growth Stocks That Could Be Massive Long-Term Winners

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for a high-potential growth stock to add to your portfolio, these three companies offer some of the…

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2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist This Month

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a Canadian investor looking to buy some undervalued stocks, these two companies offer some of the best opportunities…

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4 Stock Market Investing Strategies for Beginners

| Puja Tayal

When you invest in stocks, you first pick stocks. Gradually, you develop your investing style. Here are four strategies to…

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Tech Stocks

Can Shopify Stock Continue to Shine in 2022?

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a wonderful business, but is the e-commerce king up against it as we head into a potentially…

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New Investors: Dividends vs. Growth — Which Is Better?

| Kay Ng

Are you new to stock investing? Should you start your focus on dividends or growth? It depends on your needs.…

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3 Stocks I Plan on Buying in the Future

| Jed Lloren

Having trouble deciding which stocks to add to your portfolio next? Here are three of my favourite stocks right now!

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Can’t Get Into Canada’s Housing Market? Buy This Real Estate Stock Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Canada's housing market has been hot lately, this top real estate stock has outperformed it for years and continues…

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Canadian Investors: 1 Core Holding for Serious Growth Investors

| Kay Ng

Investing in growth stocks can push ahead your retirement years! Here's a growth stock that's a no-brainer buy right now.

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