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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Giants I’d Buy With Rates on Hold

March 18, 2026 | Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian dividend stocks could be just what your portfolio ordered in this current economic backdrop. Here's why.

Dividend Stocks

A Deeply Undervalued TSX Stock Down 17.5% Worth Holding Long Term

March 18, 2026 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Beyond the Iran war panic, here's why Magna International (TSX:MG) stock’s 17.5% drop is a 10-year gift for patient investors

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Dividend Stocks

A Top-Performing U.S. Stock That Canadian Investors Really Should Own

March 18, 2026 | Andrew Button

NVIDIA (NVDA) is hot, but one other U.S. stock is built to last.

Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today With Long-Term Growth in Mind

March 18, 2026 | Daniel Da Costa

These two top TSX stocks are some of the best and most reliable long-term growth names that you can buy…

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Use a TFSA to Make $500 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

March 18, 2026 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Every share of this TSX income fund you buy will pay $0.10 monthly.

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Tech Stocks

The Little-Known Secrets Behind Every TFSA Millionaire

March 18, 2026 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Maxing out on your TFSA limit and buying a basket of high-growth stocks, such as Ballard Power Systems, is a…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best $10,000 TFSA Approach for Canadian Investors

March 18, 2026 | Puja Tayal

Learn the best strategies for your TFSA as markets shift. Discover stocks with strong fundamentals for investing success.

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Billionaires Sold Nvidia Stock and Bought This Canadian Stock in Bulk Last Quarter

March 18, 2026 | Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP) stock experienced some notable buying from billionaire hedge funds in Q4 of 2025.

Stocks for Beginners

Copper Is Near Multi-Year Highs and These 3 TSX Stocks Are Ready for What Comes Next

March 18, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Copper is back near multi-year highs, and these three miners offer different ways to benefit if prices stay strong.

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Dividend Stocks

The Bank of Canada Just Held Rates at 2.25%. These 3 Dividend Stocks Are Built for the Wait.

March 18, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dividend investors who had been hoping for a rate cut should now pivot to "what pays me while I wait?"

Dividend Stocks

A Year Later: 2 Canadian Stocks That Look Even Better Now

March 18, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

A year later, the real winners are the companies that kept executing, buying back shares, and paying you to wait.

Dividend Stocks

Stock Split Alert: 2 TSX Stocks That Could Split in 2026

March 18, 2026 | Adam Othman

Poised for a split, here are two top Canadian stocks that you should be keeping a close eye on in…

Dividend Stocks

The Best Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

March 18, 2026 | Kay Ng

Dividend investing can help build long-term wealth via steady income and capital appreciation, especially when shares are added on market…

Retirement

The Average TFSA Balance for Canadians at 50

March 18, 2026 | Adam Othman

Here’s one of the best ways to make use of the unused contribution room in your TFSA, especially as you…

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My Top 3 Canadian ETF Picks Heading Into Market Uncertainty

March 18, 2026 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The stock market is highly volatile right now, but these defensive equity ETFs could help investors sleep better at night.

Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Inflation Dipped to 1.8%, but Economists Say It Won’t Last. Here’s How to Think About Stocks.

March 18, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Softer inflation can lift retail stocks by easing cost pressures and making shoppers feel less squeezed.

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Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $2,500

March 17, 2026 | Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks could outperform broader equity market thanks to the strong demand for their products and services.

Dividend Stocks

Transform Your TFSA Into a Cash-Gushing Machine With Just $20,000

March 17, 2026 | Aditya Raghunath

Split $20,000 in your TFSA between Alaris Equity and Timbercreek Financial for reliable, tax-free income backed by real assets and…

Dividend Stocks

Why BCE’s Dividend Has Been in the Spotlight Lately

March 17, 2026 | Puja Tayal

Analyze BCE's recent challenges and their implications on its dividend strategy and telecom market position in Canada.

Dividend Stocks

5 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy for ‘Instant Income’

March 17, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Instant income isn’t a gimmick: these five Canadian REITs can start paying you now, even in a shaky market.

Dividend Stocks

If You Love Income, Consider This High-Yield Stock as a Telus Alternative

March 17, 2026 | Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) stock might have more to offer on the growth front than other ultra-high-yielders.

Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend Stock Down 12% to Buy Now and Hold for Years

March 17, 2026 | Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Apartments REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) looks like a top-tier opportunity for investors in the real estate sector right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Just Cooled Down to 1.8%, and These Stocks Are Positioned to Benefit

March 17, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

Softer inflation can quietly help these TSX names by easing cost pressure, improving consumer credit, and supporting longer-duration growth stories.

Investing

Looking for Market Defence? Canadian Dividend ETFs Are a One-Stop Solution

March 17, 2026 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This Canadian dividend ETF focuses on companies that have increased payout for at least six consecutive years.

Tech Stocks

What’s the Typical TFSA Balance for a 50-year-old Canadian?

March 17, 2026 | Aditya Raghunath

Most 50-year-old Canadians have far less in their TFSA than they think. Here's the average and – one stock that…

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Energy Stocks

Is Enbridge Stock a Buy Under $75? Here’s My Take

March 17, 2026 | Puja Tayal

Explore why Enbridge stock is at an all-time high. Learn about the impacts of global energy demand and investment projects.

Tech Stocks

Is This a Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity?

March 17, 2026 | Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock might be a worthy buy after the worst crash in more than a decade.

Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian Stock to Own When Volatility Returns

March 17, 2026 | Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis stock has the benefit of stable and predictable earnings due to its regulated business. See why it's a must-own.

Dividend Stocks

Invest $50,000 in This Dividend Stock for $2,580 in Passive Income

March 17, 2026 | Andrew Button

Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) can add considerable passive income to your portfolio.

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3 ETFs to Buy Not Named VFV

March 17, 2026 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

VFV is highly popular, but I think these other U.S. equity ETFs deserve a closer look.

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy the 3 Highest-Paying Dividend Stocks on the TSX? (One Recently Yielded 16.8%.)

March 17, 2026 | Andrew Button

Decisive Dividend (TSXV:DE) has a remarkable 6.8% dividend yield.

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Down 16% in the Past Month, Can Air Canada Stock Recover in 2026?

March 17, 2026 | Aditya Raghunath

Air Canada stock is down 16% in a month. Amid global airline sell-offs and a messy 2026 transition is a…

Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $5,000

March 17, 2026 | Adam Othman

Add these two TSX stocks to your self-directed investment portfolio to make the best of the current investment landscape right…

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Dividend Stocks

Opinion: The Best Place to Put Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution This Year

March 17, 2026 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Ready to ignore market noise? Discover how to turn your 2026 TFSA contribution into a tax-free cash engine with a…

Investing

My Two Favourite ETFs for Generating Returns in 2026

March 17, 2026 | Joey Frenette

The BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF (TSX:ZLB) and another ETF that could shine bright this year.

Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

March 17, 2026 | Sneha Nahata

These dividend stocks have the financial strength to increase their payouts year after year, even during periods of market turbulence.

Dividend Stocks

As Earnings Season Winds Down, These 3 Canadian Stocks Proved They Could Sit Through the Noise

March 17, 2026 | Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks stayed steady with recurring revenue, underwriting discipline, and instant diversification.

Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now for Income and Upside

March 17, 2026 | Chris MacDonald

These top Canadian dividend stocks look like screaming buys for investors with truly long-term investing time horizons.

Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $5,000 Right Now

March 17, 2026 | Sneha Nahata

These smart dividend stocks will continue rewarding shareholders with consistent dividend growth year after year.

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2 Canadian Stocks Primed and Ready to Pop This Year

March 17, 2026 | Chris MacDonald

Here are two top ideas for Canadian investors looking to beat the market in 2026 and over the long term,…

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