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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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Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Stock Could Continue to Outperform Into the Fall

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors in Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Suncor stock may want to sit tight with this energy gem today.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Bitcoin: Why HIVE Stock Could Outperform

| Chris MacDonald

Hive Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) and HIVE stock certainly provide a high-risk, high-reward option to consider.

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Go Parabolic From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Air Canada stock have seen significant appreciation from pandemic lows, but more may be…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Back the Truck Up on in July

| Chris MacDonald

These three top growth stocks are among the best Canada has to offer, providing investors with incredible long-term growth prospects.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Undervalued Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

The search for undervalued stocks is on, and Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) are top picks.

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Dividend Stocks

Boost Your Portolio’s Yield With These 2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.U) are two top dividend stocks every investor should consider now.

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Dividend Stocks

Diversify Your Portfolio With These 2 Undervalued Stocks Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are two top undervalued stocks every investor should consider.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Incredible Dividend Stocks Trading At a Discount to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and TC Energy (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) are two top Canadian dividend stocks on my watch list.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Real Estate Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian real estate stocks operate in highly favourable segments of the real estate space that I think…

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Energy Stocks

2 Extremely Undervalued Energy Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why AltaGas (TSX:ALA) and Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) remain two top energy stocks investors should consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian growth stocks are among the best companies to look at globally for long-term investors seeking reliable…

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Tech Stocks

3 High-Growth Tech Stocks to Add Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top tech stocks long-term growth investors will definitely want to take a look at in this current…

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Dividend Stocks

July’s a Great Month to Load Up on These 3 Top TSX Value Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top value stocks investors looking for growth at a reasonable price ought to consider in this current…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About Market Volatility? Buy These 2 Top TSX Stocks Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) are two top picks to battle market volatility with today.

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Energy Stocks

Forget Tesla: Here’s 1 Top Canadian EV Pick to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Parkland Corporation (TSX:PKI) could be a sneaky, indirect EV pick for investors looking for an under-the-radar Canadian pick.

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Dividend Stocks

Improve Your Portfolio Yield With These 2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.U) are two dividend stocks investors should consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Manulife Stock Remains a Top Pick Today

| Chris MacDonald

As far as insurance plays go, Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and Manulife stock remain a top pick of mine right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks With Parabolic Upside

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX growth stocks are among the best long-term picks any investor should want to consider in today's…

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Energy Stocks

Forget Tesla: 2 Top Canadian EV Plays to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Magna Corporation (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) and Parkland Corporation (TSX:PKI) are on my watch list as interesting EV plays right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

If the Bitcoin Rally Is Over, Here’s Why This Stock Could Shoot Higher

| Chris MacDonald

Given the recent Bitcoin rally, gold may have lost an edge -- but here's why investors should still consider Kirkland…

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Tech Stocks

2 Top TSX Tech Stocks to Load Up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top TSX tech picks every long-term growth investor should consider in this current environment today.

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Energy Stocks

Bigger Is Better: 3 Top TSX Mega-Cap Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three top mega-cap stocks are among the best Canada has to offer for investors seeking stable long-term growth.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Value Stocks to Buy This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) are two value picks investors should consider now.

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Tech Stocks

Why I’d Buy the Dip on BlackBerry Stock Post-Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors in BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) should avoid the noise and follow the numbers with this tech play.

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Energy Stocks

Why AltaGas Stock Remains a Top Pick Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors seeking a solid energy pick might want to consider AltaGas (TSX:ALA) today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Patience Is Key With Long-Term Winner Couche-Tard Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors would do well to avoid noise and hold Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) long term.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Investors May Want to Consider Shaw Stock Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors in Shaw Communications (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) and Shaw stock could win the day with the company's recent merger.

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Dividend Stocks

Is the Commodities Boom Over? Let’s Discuss

| Chris MacDonald

In the commodities space, Nutrien (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) remains a top pick that investors should consider right now, and here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

Bank Some Big Gains With These 2 Top TSX Banking Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) are two top banking stocks to consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Slow-Growth Picks to Add Today for High-Yield Exposure

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Telus (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) are among the two slow-growth, high-yield picks investors should buy now.

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Investing

Insiders Are Buying This Top TSX Stock in Bulk

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) could be a top TSX stock that's not getting enough love in the market right…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Scotiabank Stock Could Be the Top Pick of This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Investors in Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) certainly have a lot to like about this big Canadian lender.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Amazing Gold Stocks With Tremendous Upside Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) and Equinox Gold (TSX:EQX) should be on investor watch lists right now.

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Energy Stocks

2 Top TSX Energy Stocks to Buy as Volatility Grips This Sector

| Chris MacDonald

These two top TSX energy stocks are among the best Canada has to offer and could be significantly undervalued if…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX growth stocks are among the best buy-and-hold opportunities for long-term investors today.

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Energy Stocks

1 Top TSX Natural Gas Stock With Unreal Growth Potential

| Chris MacDonald

In the natural gas space, Peyto Exploration (TSX:PEY) is one stock investors should definitely consider right now.

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Investing

2 Top TSX Growth Stocks That Look Cheap Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and Spin Master (TSX:TOY) are two top TSX growth stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock for Investors Interested in Real Estate Exposure

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Tricon (TSX:TCN) remains an intriguing real estate option for investors seeking diversification today.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Pandemic Reopening Play to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) remains a top pandemic reopening pick investors should consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

Bullish on Clean Energy? Here Are 2 Top Green Picks on the TSX

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Northland Power (TSX:NPI) and Boralex (TSX:BLX) are two great green picks in today's market to consider right now.

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