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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 Oil Bulls Need to Consider This Top TSX Energy Play Today

| Chris MacDonald

For those bullish on the current market environment in energy, Tourmaline Oil (TSX:TOU) is an intriguing pick today.

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Tech Stocks

Growth Investors: Buy These 2 Top TSX Stocks Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Spin Master (TSX:TOY) and Kinaxis (TSX:KXS) are among the top TSX stocks every Canadian investor should consider right…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Value Picks to Buy This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX value picks are among the highest-quality, defensive long-term holdings investors should consider right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Diversify Your Portfolio With These 2 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These two top TSX stocks could provide excellent defensiveness and portfolio stability at a time of heightened volatility in the…

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Tech Stocks

3 Amazing Long-Term Growth Picks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top long-term growth picks on the TSX right now for those seeking market-beating returns over time.

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Energy Stocks

This Canadian Energy Stock Has Tripled Over the Past Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Trican Well Services (TSX:TCW) has tripled over the past year, and why more upside could be on the…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest for Long-Term Growth With These Top 3 TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks ought to make every long-term growth investor's watch list in this current environment.

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Energy Stocks

Why This Top TSX Energy Stock Just Got Upgraded, Again

| Chris MacDonald

Investors bullish on the transition away from fossil fuels may want to consider Peyto Exploration (TSX:PEY), a natural gas player.

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Dividend Stocks

Top Pick for Summer 2021: Scotiabank Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors seeking growth, income, and value will want to consider Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) right now.

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Energy Stocks

1 Key Headwind Investors in Canada’s Oil Patch Need to Consider

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors buy into heavy oil stocks such as Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) right now or heed the headwinds?

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Tech Stocks

Why Well Health Stock Has Taken Off This Past Month

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what has driven the recent increase in Well Health (TSX:WELL) stock over the past month and whether this momentum…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Incredible Undervalued Buying Opportunities for Long-Term Investors

| Chris MacDonald

These three stocks are very different in terms of their business models and operations, but each provide investors with excellent…

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Dividend Stocks

Gear Up for a Hot Summer With This Hot Renewables Play

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power & Utilities (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is one of the top renewables plays investors should consider right now.

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Energy Stocks

Ride the Bull Market in Energy With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cenovus (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) ought to remain a top pick for energy investors looking to ride the bull market today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Income Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX income picks are among the best long-term picks for investors seeking income now or in retirement.

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Dividend Stocks

2 World-Class Canadian Value Picks to Load Up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) and Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) have great value.

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Canopy Growth Stock May Be in for Some Downside Pressure From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why more downside may be on the horizon for Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC).

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Tech Stocks

It Isn’t too Late to Pick Up Shares of These 2 Amazing Tech Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These two amazing tech stocks are among the best Canada has to offer right now in the hyper-growth space.

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Tech Stocks

Can Lightspeed Compete With Shopify? Let’s Take a Look

| Chris MacDonald

The question of whether Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) can compete with Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) In the e-commerce space is key.

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Tech Stocks

Top TSX Growth Stocks to Load Up on This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these two top TSX growth stocks continue to make my list of companies that every long-term growth investor…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top TSX Tech Stocks to Load Up on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top TSX tech stocks long-term growth investors would be remiss to ignore in this current market environment.

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Dividend Stocks

Value Investors: 3 Dirt-Cheap Picks to Load Up on Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three dirt-cheap value picks are among the best stocks long-term investors will want to consider for their RRSPs today.

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Tech Stocks

What Should Investors Know About the Upcoming Q4 IPO?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to keep an eye on the upcoming Q4 IPO -- particularly long-term growth investors looking…

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Cannabis Stocks

Earnings Miss Has Canopy Growth on the Outside Looking in

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors buy Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) on the dip or heed the warnings the market is putting out today?

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Investing

Here’s Why Dollarama Stock Is Surging Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock has been surging of late and why investors may want to consider this momentum play…

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Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Stock Could Be the Best Pick of the Summer

| Chris MacDonald

For energy investors, Suncor (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock remains one of the most-watched investments on the TSX right now for good reason.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Canadian Picks for Long-Term Growth Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) remain two long-term growth picks to buy today.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Top TSX Commodities Play Providing Excellent Portfolio Diversification

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Nutrien (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) is a great pick for long-term investors seeking portfolio diversification today.

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Bank Stocks

Why it’s Time to Be Bullish on Laurentian Bank Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors ought to consider Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) as a top long-term buy-and-hold play right now.

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Dividend Stocks

This 5%-Yielding Dividend Stock Is Every Income Investors’ Dream

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors would do well not to sleep on Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) in this current economic environment.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Value Plays to Buy in an Overvalued Market

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) provide excellent long-term value today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Canadian Growth Stocks Ready to Go Parabolic

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA) remain two top Canadian growth stocks every investor should consider.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Seriously Undervalued Top TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three stocks are ones we feel have extraordinary value in this current market environment.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Scotiabank Stock Could Be a Steal at These Levels

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may want to consider Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) stock in this overvalued market today.

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Tech Stocks

Looking for Growth? These 3 Top TSX Stocks Have You Covered

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks are among the best picks for long-term growth investors attempting to invest in Canadian growth.

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Cannabis Stocks

Canopy Growth Drops Drake: Is it the Trendy Stock it Once Was?

| Chris MacDonald

What should investors make of the recent dissolution of the dissolution of Drake's partnership with Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC)?

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Bank Stocks

Can National Bank Grow Into a “Big” Bank?

| Chris MacDonald

Could National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) eventually grow into one of Canada's largest banks? Let's discuss.

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Energy Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Build a Portfolio on

| Chris MacDonald

These three top Canadian stocks are ones investors would be remiss to ignore at these levels today.

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Investing

Looking for More Cyclical Exposure? Buy This Top Canadian Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

For investors seeking greater cyclical exposure, Bombardier Recreational Products (TSX:DOO)(NASDAQ:DOOO) could be a great pick.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX 5G Play for Long-Term Income Investors to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

For investors interested in taking advantage of the growth the 5G revolution provides, BCE (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is a solid pick.

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