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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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Investing

2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks Worth a Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top undervalued Canadian stocks long-term investors may want to consider buying in this uncertain market right now.

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Investing

This Dividend Stock Is a No-Brainer for Bear Market Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Fortis (TSX:FTS) is an excellent long-term dividend stock investors should consider for bear market growth.

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Tech Stocks

Buy These 2 Growth Stocks on the Dip

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software and Shopify are two top growth stocks to buy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Passive Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB) are two top dividend stocks to consider buying now.

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Tech Stocks

Why I’m More Excited Than Ever About SHOP Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock, despite the recent market beat down.

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Tech Stocks

Forget the Stock Split: 5 Reasons to Buy Alphabet Stock Now and Never Sell

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) is a long-term bet investors may want to make, and why Alphabet stock is…

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Energy Stocks

Why This Energy Giant Looks Like a Major Bargain

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Suncor (TSX:SU) is one energy giant that is starting to look like a major bargain, despite…

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Investing

Forget Bed Bath & Beyond: These 3 Stocks Are Screaming Bargains

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three companies I think are much better bets than Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ:BBBY) stock in this current…

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Dividend Stocks

Couche-Tard Stock Looks Like a Steal, Even at All-Time-High Prices

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock is a screaming buy right now, despite the macro outlook.

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Is My Biggest Holding, by Far

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) is a great long-term pick and why it's my largest portfolio holding by…

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Tech Stocks

3 Disruptors I Love Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Constellation Software (TSX:CSU), and Nio (NYSE:NIO) are disruptors to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and TD Bank (TSX:TD) are two dividend-growth stocks to buy right now.

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Investing

This Biotech Stock Could Offer Big Growth – Even During a Recession

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Knight Therapeutics (TSX:GUD) is one biotech stock that's worth a buy, or at least a look, in this…

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Tech Stocks

Down 80%, Is Shopify Stock Worth the Risk?

| Chris MacDonald

The big question many investors are asking right now is whether Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock is worth a bet right now.

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Investing

Here’s Why I Just Bought Berkshire Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my rationale for continuing to add to Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) in these volatile markets right now.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Pushes Back on Buy With Prime: Can it Beat Amazon?

| Chris MacDonald

Can Shopify (TSX:SHOP) ultimately beat Amazon in its race to dominate the fulfillment market, or is this stock's run over?

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Bank Stocks

2 TSX Bank Stocks Worth a Long-Term Bet Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are two top bank stocks to buy now.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Utility Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are two top utility stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy With Dividends Yielding More Than 3%

| Chris MacDonald

For those seeking top Canadian stocks to buy in this current market environment, here are two top ideas of companies…

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Tech Stocks

Is Now the Time to Load Up on Shopify Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time for long-term investors to load up on Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock or sit this one out?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy in This Uncertain Market

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) are two top TSX dividend stocks to consider right now.

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Cryptocurrency

Solana vs. Avalanche: Which Is the Better Bet?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the Solana vs. Avalanche debate is such an interesting one, particularly for long-term investors looking for blue-chip cryptos.

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Cryptocurrency

Will Bitcoin Ever Shift to a Proof-of-Stake Model?

| Chris MacDonald

Following Ethereum's (CRYPTO:ETH) Merge, will Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) adopt a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism or stand pat?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Dividend Growth

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian dividend stocks certainly look appealing, at least relative to the overall market, which is taking a…

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Cryptocurrency

Are New Lows Going to Be in for Bitcoin This Year?

| Chris MacDonald

Questions of just how low Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) can go continue to abound, as investors look to navigate these choppy market…

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Energy Stocks

2 High-Leverage Options to Play Surging Energy Prices

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two high-leverage options for investors seeking exposure to rising energy prices or for a hedge during these uncertain…

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Dividend Stocks

New Investors: The 2 Best Options to Earn Regular Passive Income

| Chris MacDonald

For investors seeking passive income, Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) are two excellent options to consider.

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Cryptocurrency

Ethereum Post-Merge: Buy, Hold, or Sell?

| Chris MacDonald

The highly anticipated Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) Merge has gone off without a hitch. Here's what that means for investors right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Tech Stocks That Could Soar

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top TSX tech stocks with some pretty impressive growth potential in this beaten-down market environment right now

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Value Stocks Worth Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and SmartCentre REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) are two top Canadian value stocks to consider right now.

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Cryptocurrency

Is Enthusiasm Over the Ethereum Merge Overdone?

| Chris MacDonald

The upcoming Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) merge is perhaps the biggest upgrade this sector has ever seen, but is the hype too…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks You Can Hold for the Next 3 Decades

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks are all high-quality, blue-chip names long-term investors gearing up for retirement may want to consider.

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Tech Stocks

Rebound Rockets: 2 TSX Stocks to Buy Before They Soar

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) are two top TSX tech stocks to keep an eye on right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Commodity Stocks to Buy to Create Long-Term Passive Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these two commodity stocks are worthy of consideration, even for investors concerned about this current market environment.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Undervalued Stocks Worth a Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) are two undervalued stocks investors may want to consider.

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Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Stock Could Be a Great Portfolio Hedge Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock could be a great portfolio hedge providing excellent upside in this volatile market.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top dividend stocks could provide outperformance over the long term for investors looking for consistent income over time.

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Cryptocurrency

2 Top Cryptos Worth a Look This Crypto Winter

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) and Avalanche (CRYPTO:AVAX) are two top cryptos that I think are worthy of consideration right now.

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Investing

2 Growth Stocks Long-Term Investors Should Buy and Never Sell

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) are two top growth stocks to buy at a discount.

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks That Could Soar

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks are technology names with some real long-term growth potential trading at much more attractive valuations…

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