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Dividend Stocks

1 RRIF Withdrawal Could Trigger a Much Bigger Tax Bill Than You Expect

A big RRIF withdrawal can trigger a double hit from income tax and an OAS clawback, so planning matters.

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge vs. Suncor: Which Canadian Energy Stock is the Better Buy This Year

Investors might buy Enbridge and Suncor for different reasons. Here's the gist.

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Already Rallied: Here’s Why the Best Gains May Still Be Ahead

BlackBerry just ripped nearly 20% higher on a strong quarter, but investors still need proof the turnaround can last.

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Now for Passive Income

These three high-yield dividend stocks look ideal to boost your passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

This TSX Dividend Stock Is Down 13%: Here’s Why to Buy and Hold Forever

This TSX stock recently increased its quarterly dividend by 3.2%, extending its record of annual dividend increases to 26 consecutive…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $5,000? Here Are the Canadian Stocks I’d Buy

Here's how I would take a $5000 beginner portfolio and buy 5 quality Canadian stocks for a mix of defence,…

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Energy Stocks

The TSX Has Already Moved Higher: Here’s What I’d Buy Before the Next Leg

The TSX is at record highs, and Suncor could still be a smart buy if cash flow stays strong.

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Dividend Stocks

I’m Holding These 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks for a Decade

These two high-yield dividend stocks are ideal for long-term income-seeking investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Cut Its Dividend ­­– Is the Stock Worth Buying Now?

Telus’ dividend cut is a setback for existing shareholders, and reflects a broader shift in Telus’s financial strategy to lower…

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Dividend Stocks

The Market Has Punished This Dividend Giant Enough: I’d Buy Before Sentiment Turns

BCE’s dividend cut scared investors away, but the smaller payout may now be safer and leave room to repair the…

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Bank Stocks

Don’t Miss This Stock if the TSX Rally Continues

TD Bank (TSX:TD) is looking too cheap to ignore, especially if the TSX rally moves through August and September.

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Dividend Stocks

Every Year You Delay This TFSA Strategy Makes Retirement More Expensive

Skipping your TFSA doesn’t feel costly today, but compounding can make that delay painfully expensive later.

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Dividend Stocks

I’m Building My Ideal TFSA Around This 2% Monthly Payout

Given its resilient underlying business, favourable long-term growth prospects, consistent monthly dividend payments, and a reasonable valuation, Savaria would be…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: 2 Top TSX Stocks to Hold for Decades

Large capital programs should support ongoing dividend growth.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks Retirees Can Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

These TSX dividend stocks offer retirees reliable income, dividend growth, and businesses built to hold through the next decade.

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Dividend Stocks

Want to Build Your Own Pension? Here’s How Canadian Dividend ETFs Can Help

Canadian dividend ETFs can provide tax-efficient monthly income with built-in diversification and low fees.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE or Telus? Here’s the Better Dividend Stock Right Now

BCE (TSX:BCE) and Telus (TSX:T) looks like stellar dividend value plays, but only one can be the better bet.

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Dividend Stocks

This Monthly Dividend Stock Is Still Cheap. Falling Rates Could Change That

RioCan’s properties are nearly full and rents are rising, yet the units still trade at a discount and yield over…

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Dividend Stocks

What’s Actually Going on With Telus’s Dividend?

Telus (TSX:T) shares got crushed after the dividend was cut, but it might be too late to give up on…

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Stock Market

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, August 21

After posting its fourth decline in five sessions, the TSX could get some support from rallying metals prices today, although…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy the Dip: This Dividend-Growth Giant Just Dropped 14%

This top TSX dividend-growth stock now looks interesting.

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge vs. Telus: Which Is the Better Dividend Stock to Own Through 2030?

Enbridge and Telus have been popular because of their attractive dividend payouts. But their dividend stories now look quite different.

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Energy Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Hold in a TFSA for 20 Years

Decades of dividend growth have driven these stocks higher over the long run.

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Energy Stocks

If Your GIC Is Maturing This Year, Don’t Wait to Build the Next Income Stream

A maturing GIC can lock you into much lower future income, so long-term money may need a growing dividend instead.

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Investing

MDA vs. SpaceX: How This Canadian Space Stock Can Still Compete

MDA Space (TSX:MDA) stock looks like a great supplement to Space Exploration Technologies (NASDAQ:SPCX).

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Dividend Stocks

Is Your TFSA Ahead of or Behind the $109,000 Milestone?

Focus on consistently saving and investing for compounding growth rather than the milestone alone.

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Dividend Stocks

Leaving $20,000 in Cash for 10 Years Could Cost You $23,000 in Growth

Doing nothing with long-term cash can quietly cost you tens of thousands in missed compounding.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s Going on With BCE’s Dividend?

BCE dividend stock news: leverage falls to 3.7 times, free cash flow tops $1 billion, and management confirms payouts through…

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Stocks for Beginners

I’m Using These 2 Canadian Stocks as My TFSA Cornerstones

These two Canadian stocks have outperformed the market long-term. Buy these as foundations for your TFSA for decades to come.

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Investing

Which Canadian Dividend ETFs Pay the Most?

There's a big difference between a true dividend ETF and a derivative income ETF.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Data-Centre Buildout Has Already Begun: These Stocks Could Be Next

Canada’s AI data-centre buildout is creating investable demand for electricity and electrical equipment, not just chips.

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Dividend Stocks

The Economy Is Slowing Down: Here’s What I’m Still Buying

Add these two dividend stocks to your self-directed portfolio if you want to keep generating returns amid an economic slowdown.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Only Stock I’d Hold Forever in My TFSA

Berkshire Hathaway is the definition of a wonderful company at a fair price.

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Dividend Stocks

This 5% Dividend Stock Sends You Cash Every Month

Buying this 5% yielding Canadian REIT could help investors build a dependable stream of monthly passive income while staying invested…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Strong Quarter Could End the Bargain in This Beaten-Down TSX Stock

Nutrien could look cheap today because the fertilizer recovery may show up in results a quarter later than prices and…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why I Think Now Is the Moment to Invest in Infrastructure

Understand the impact of new policies on infrastructure. Discover how regulatory changes are reshaping investment opportunities.

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Energy Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Built to Keep Paying Through Any Market Condition

With resilient businesses, reliable cash flows, and strong growth prospects, these three dividend stocks could deliver consistent payouts through market…

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Bank Stocks

The Easy Money in Canadian Banks May Be Gone: These 2 Still Have Room to Run

Canadian bank stocks aren’t cheap anymore, so the next gains will likely come from banks improving earnings, not expanding valuations.

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Tech Stocks

If You Missed Shopify’s First Run, Don’t Ignore These 2 Canadian Growth Stocks

Two Canadian growth stocks may be building the kind of compounding “flywheel” that once made Shopify a legend.

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Retirement

Retirees, Here’s a High-Yield Dividend Stock Worth Holding for 10 Years

BIP.UN is a relatively high-yield stock that is worth holding for 10 years, especially when bought on meaningful market dips.

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