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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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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry: A Growth Stock at a Discount

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) investors have been on a bumpy ride of late, but this stock might finally be too cheap…

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Cannabis Stocks

Top Canadian Cannabis Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Hexo Corp. (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) has a lot going for it right now.

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks I'd highly recommend long-term investors consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 Best Stocks to Buy in April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks right now for long-term investors seeking core portfolio holdings today.

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Investing

Today’s Top Stock: Air Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock remains the premier reopening play on the TSX today for investors seeking some near-term…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed POS: A Stock With Tremendous Growth Potential

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) is an intriguing growth pick investors ought to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

NFTs: What Are They, and How to Invest?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are all about, and why the market is seemingly going crazy for stocks in companies…

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Bank Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is among my top TSX picks I think investors should consider right now.

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Energy Stocks

Forget Tesla! This Is the #1 EV Stock to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think these EV picks could be better than Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) right now!

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Energy Stocks

Analysts Are Very Bullish on This Top Canadian Energy Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors and analysts are bullish on this small cap Canadian energy play right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy in April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks I think every investor should consider today.

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Dividend Stocks

Better 5G Buy: Telus or Rogers?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my take on two of the key players in Canada's 5G race right now.

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Energy Stocks

Top Pick for April 2021: Suncor Energy Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor could outperform in April and beyond, as investors flock into the energy sector.

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Tech Stocks

ESG: The Pin That Could Prick the Bitcoin Bubble

| Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin miners like Hive Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) have produced impressive returns, but also use a tonne of energy along the way.

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock: One with Parabolic Potential Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry could indeed be one of the best sneaky growth picks on the TSX right now.

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Investing

Can’t Wait to Travel? Buy Air Canada Stock in the Meantime

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) could be one of the best pandemic reopening plays right now.

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Investing

Cineplex Stock: A High-Volatility Trade Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) is an intriguing option investors should take care with

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Investing

This Canadian Stock Has Been a 5-Bagger This Past Year

| Chris MacDonald

Those looking for highly cyclical pandemic reopening plays ought to consider this top Canadian stock right now.

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Investing

The Next Roblox: A Cheaper Canadian Alternative

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) isn't getting the love it deserves right now in relation to other…

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Energy Stocks

Why This Canadian Energy Play Could Be a Double in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) is one of my top picks in the energy sector right now.

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Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Energy Could Boom in April

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) continues to be one of my top picks in the commodities/energy space today.

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Cannabis Stocks

Today’s Top Pick: Curaleaf Holdings

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Curaleaf Holdings (TSXV:CURA) continues to be my top pick for investors looking at companies with high leverage to…

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Investing

Air Canada: A Stock With Tremendous Momentum Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) is one of the best reopening plays to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

The 3 Best Canadian Stocks To Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of my top picks I'd invite all long-term fundamentals-oriented investors to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Canadian Stock Long-Term Investors Should Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) remains among my top picks in the Canadian banking space today.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $500? 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I believe these three stocks have everything long-term investors want in a core grouping of TSX stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Telus Corporation

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors who haven't already considered Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) should do so.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

ESG Investors Could Pour Cold Water on This Canadian Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Teck Resources (TSX:TECK.B)(NYSE:TECK) could be a mining stock to avoid right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Want to Play U.S. Cannabis Legalization? Consider This Top Canada-Listed Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Trulieve (TSXV:TRUL) has worked its way up to the top of my list in terms of cannabis picks…

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Tech Stocks

Meme Stocks Are Dropping: Time to Buy BlackBerry

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) meme stock status may be gone, but its growth catalysts aren't.

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Tech Stocks

What to Expect From the Upcoming Dialogue IPO

| Chris MacDonald

The upcoming Dialogue IPO is set to be a big one, as Canadian investors look for more telemedicine options on…

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Investing

Robinhood IPO: A Bet on Meme Stock Supremacy?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the Robinhood IPO may be signaling another leg up in the rise of meme stocks today.

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Cannabis Stocks

Uncertainty Looms After Hexo Reports Decent Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors seem to be hesitant with Hexo (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Could the Rogers-Shaw Merger Have More Hair on it Than Previously Thought?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) deal for Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYE:SJR) could have some hair on it.

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Dividend Stocks

Breaking News: This Canadian Stock Could Cease to Exist

| Chris MacDonald

As George Weston (TSX:WN) explores the sale of its bakery business, investors and analysts are pondering whether this company will…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Canopy Growth Stock Could Double in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) could be one of the best cannabis stocks to own today.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian Banks Could Soar in April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) should be on every investor's watch list right now.

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Tech Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: BlackBerry Stock

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) has been beaten up of late, but could be one of the best growth stocks to consider…

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Cannabis Stocks

Looking for a Canadian YOLO Play? Try This Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Retail investors have put cannabis stocks in their cross-hairs today. Here's why these ETFs could soar on this sentiment.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Top Canadian Stock to Buy for April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) remains a top pick of mine for long-term investors right now.

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