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Author: Chris MacDonald

Chris MacDonald has had a love for finance his whole life, ultimately leading him to pursue an MBA in finance. He's worked as a financial analyst for a number of companies in the corporate finance and venture capital space during his 10-year investing career. He endeavors to follow in the footsteps of iconic investors like Warren Buffett in building a long-term defensive portfolio.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Worried About Volatility? Here Are 2 Gold Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Both Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are two gold stocks investors should own today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Load Up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX dividend stocks provide not only quality yields today, but dividend and earnings growth over the long…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Energy Plays Long-Term Investors Should Be Buying Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) remain two top energy stocks to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Manulife Stock Is a Top Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Investors ought to consider Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) at these rather depressed levels right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Is the Infrastructure Trade Over? Maybe Not Yet: Consider SNC Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in SNC Lavalin (TSX:SNC) and SNC stock could be getting a steal with this infrastructure play at these levels…

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Tech Stocks to Buy Without Hesitation

| Chris MacDonald

Both Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Open Text (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) are top tech stocks to consider buying today.

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Investing

1 Top EV Stock Investors Need to Have on their Radar Today

| Chris MacDonald

Following Martinrea's (TSX:MRE) joint venture move into the EV space, this has become a top EV stock investors should be…

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Tech Stocks

3 Overlooked Growth Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three top growth stocks provide long-term investors with some of the best upside in the market today on the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 World-Class Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three growth stocks are among the best long-term opportunities for investors to consider in this current environment.

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Dividend Stocks

TD Bank Stock: The Run Isn’t Over

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and TD bank stock certainly have reason to consider this gem today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Set to Outperform in H2 2021

| Chris MacDonald

As far as top TSX stocks go, Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) remain two picks investors should consider now.

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Energy Stocks

This High-Leverage Energy Stock Is Poised to Continue Soaring

| Chris MacDonald

For those seeking value in an energy stock, Arc Resources (TSX:ARX) is one stock I think provides excellent upside potential…

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Energy Stocks

1 Top TSX Renewables Play to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Innergex (TSX:INE) is one renewables play with tremendous long-term upside potential in an energy market that's looking pricey today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Big Banks May Be a Great Big Bet Today

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are two big banks with serious upside today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Alimentation Couche-Tard Remains a Top Stock to Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

Investors looking for long-term growth at a reasonable price can't go wrong with Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) stock.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Telus Stock Could Be the ESG Play You’ve Been Waiting For

| Chris MacDonald

For investors concerned about the environment, Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Telus stock provide an intriguing ESG reason to own this stock.

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Tech Stocks

1 Top Canadian Digital Healthcare Play to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

CloudMD (TSXV:DOC) has proven itself to be one of the leading digital healthcare plays on the market -- perfect for…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top TSX EV Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Both NFI Group (TSX:NFI) and Martinrea (TSX:MRE) aren't typically considered EV stocks, but could be moving in this direction in…

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Investing

Meme Stock Investors: Air Canada Stock Is the Third Most Shorted Stock in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Air Canada stock may be remiss to ignore the potential short-squeeze catalyst with this…

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Tech Stocks

As Crypto Crashes, Should Investors Consider Hive Blockchain Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

For investors in Hive Blockchain (TSXV:HIVE) and Hive Blockchain stock, now is an intriguing time to consider this crypto play.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

This Top TSX Stock Is Ripe for an Acquisition Bid

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Troilus Gold (TSX:TLG) may be worth a serious look by gold investors and those seeking deep value right…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Energy Stocks Investors Should Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Two of the top energy stocks investors should consider right now are Altagas (TSX:ALA) and Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE).

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Dividend Stocks

Go Big or Go Home With These 3 Mega-Cap Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These three top mega-cap stocks are among the best in Canada for investors seeking excellent long-term portfolio returns.

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Dividend Stocks

Bet on Clean Energy With This Top TSX Stock Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

In the clean energy sector, Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) doesn't get the love it deserves among investors right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dirt-Cheap TSX Stock Poised for a Parabolic Move

| Chris MacDonald

This top undervalued stock is truly a dirt-cheap pick for long-term investors seeking growth at a reasonable price today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Among Canadian dividend stocks, Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are among the best choices today.

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Tech Stocks

Meme Stock Mania: Where Will BlackBerry Stock Go From Here?

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors in BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and BlackBerry stock run and hide, or is now the time to buy?

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Stocks: Time to Load Up or Sit and Wait?

| Chris MacDonald

For cannabis stocks such as Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC), legalization legislation in the U.S. is both a catalyst and a…

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Bank Stocks

The Economy Is Booming, and BMO Stock Is a Great Way to Play This Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) certainly have reason to be optimistic about the future.

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Dividend Stocks

Building a Retirement Portfolio? Here Are 3 Top Picks

| Chris MacDonald

These three top picks provide everything long-term investors require in a retirement portfolio: growth, income, and value.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dirt-Cheap Value Stocks to Buy in Summer 2021

| Chris MacDonald

These three value stocks are among the best picks for long-term investors seeking to build a long-term portfolio today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Canadian Tech Growth Stocks to Add Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two world-class tech growth stocks investors should buy right now.

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Investing

Why Manulife Stock Is 1 of the Best Ways to Play Chinese Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) is actually a rather exciting insurance company to look at, given this company's leverage to Chinese growth.

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Energy Stocks

ESG vs. Suncor Stock: Which One Will Win?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Suncor stock certainly have reason to be bullish on this pure-play energy producer right…

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Energy Stocks

Beginner Investors: Be Like Warren Buffett With These 2 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian Warren Buffett-affiliated stocks are ones investors should consider in this current environment.

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Stock Remains a Top Pick for Long-Term Growth Investors Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Long-term investors looking for growth stocks can't go wrong with Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks Trading at Attractive Levels

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian dividend stocks are among the best picks for long-term investors to buy right now.

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Tech Stocks

Looking for Growth? These 3 Top TSX Growth Stocks Provide Plenty

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are among the best companies to consider buying in this current environment today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX EV Plays to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors looking at Canadian EV plays should consider Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSEMGA) and BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB).

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks for July

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are well positioned to provide excellent long-term growth for investor portfolios.

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