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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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Dividend Stocks

Biden’s Infrastructure Bill Makes This Top TSX Stock a Screaming Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is a great way to play increased infrastructure spending in the U.S.

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Investing

These 2 Garbage Companies Are Attractive Buys Today

| Chris MacDonald

Taking out the garbage has proven to be very profitable for Waste Connections (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) and GFL Environmental (TSX:GFL).

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Bank Stocks

Today’s Top Pick: Bank of Montreal

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is set up nicely for a post-pandemic rally right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Wheeling and Dealing Could Lead to Big Opportunities for Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Organigram Holdings (TSX:OGI)(NASDAQ:OGI) is a very intriguing pick in the cannabis sector today.

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Tech Stocks

Why HIVE Stock Could Soon Break All-Time Highs

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Hive Blockchain Technologies Inc. (TSXV:HIVE) could be a key stock to keep an eye on in the cryptocurrency…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify vs. the Bond Market: Who Will Win?

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a stock that has done extremely well for investors in recent years, but has slowed down of…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Rogers/Shaw or Air Canada/Air Transat?

| Chris MacDonald

Wondering which big acquisition play to focus on right now? Here's my take on two of the biggest recent M&A…

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Coronavirus

Today’s Top Buy: Air Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors have lots of room to be optimistic around Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $50

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think these three top Canadian stocks are worth a look right now for investors seeking value in…

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Dividend Stocks

This 5G Play Just Got a Lot Bigger

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) could be the winner out of its deal to acquire Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR).

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Investing

The NFT Surge: How to Invest in Non-Fungible Tokens in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

The NFT surge is taking a number of stocks higher this year, including CurrencyWorks (TSXV:CWRK).

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Tech Stocks

Millennials: GameStop Is Trendy, But Shopify Is Quality

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is likely a much better long-term growth play than GameStop (NYSE:GME) right now.

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Energy Stocks

Better Buy: Tesla vs. Nio

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.U)(NYSE:BEP) is a sneaky way investors can bypass the Tesla vs. Nio debate today.

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Coronavirus

Breaking News: CP Acquires Kansas City Southern for US$25 Billion

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what investors should make of the recent Canadian Pacific Rail (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) deal to acquire Kansas City Southern (NYSE:KSU).

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Dividend Stocks

Retail Meme Stocks Are Surging! Here’s 1 TSX Retailer to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Tire could be a great long-term holding, whether it's viewed as a meme stock or not.

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Dividend Stocks

This Top TSX Bank Stock Has Surged 60% This Past Year: Why the Ride May Not Be Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) continues to be among my top picks in a rising interest rate environment.

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Investing

Canada Goose: A New TSX Meme Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canada Goose's (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) appeal doesn't appear to be limited to growth investors, as retail investor buying picks up.

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Dividend Stocks

Power the EV Revolution With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is an interesting, sneaky way to play the growth in the EV…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Inflation Is Skyrocketing! Protect Your Portfolio With These 2 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

For investors worried about inflation, there's no better place to look than gold. Here are two of my top picks…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify’s Parabolic Move Is Far from Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) may only be taking a breather right now for growth investors looking to pick up…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Is Skyrocketing, But Bond Proxies Will Do Okay

| Chris MacDonald

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a top pick of mine in the utilities space as a bond-like proxy I anticipate will…

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Dividend Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Enbridge

| Chris MacDonald

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) continues to be one of my top picks - and here's one additional catalyst I think investors…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $1,000? Buy This Top TSX Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) could be a great place to park $1,000 right now.

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Tech Stocks

How to Make $1 Million in a TFSA

| Chris MacDonald

For those looking for massive growth in their TFSA, Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Boyd Group (TSX:BYD)(NYSE:BYD) are two great picks.

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Cannabis Stocks

This Cannabis Stock Is Poised to Double This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA) continues to top my list as the best choice for cannabis investors today.

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Coronavirus

Today’s Top Buy: Air Canada Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada's (TSX:AC) parabolic move might not be over for long-term value investors considering this name today.

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Tech Stocks

Facedrive vs. Shopify: Hype vs. Quality

| Chris MacDonald

Facedrive (TSXV:FD) is one of those meme stocks that has run to absolutely ridiculous levels and is poised for some…

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Coronavirus

Invest Like Warren Buffett in This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Followers of Warren Buffett may remember his foray into Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR), and I think there are many reasons why…

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Investing

Cineplex vs. AMC: The Race for Meme Stock Supremacy

| Chris MacDonald

The cinema space is a difficult one to navigate, but I think Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) could outperform AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC)…

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Cannabis Stocks

Looking for Parabolic Growth? Hexo Stock Is a Winner

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Hexo (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) is an intriguing domestic cannabis play for investors bullish on the growth this sector…

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Tech Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: BlackBerry

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock price has whipsawed of late, but here's why it could continue to climb over the long term…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock: A Top 5G Stock for Safety, Growth, and Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is one of the best 5G plays investors should consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

Is This TSX Stock the Next Netflix?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Wildbrain Ltd. (TSXV:WILD) is a company investors should avoid hyperbole with right now.

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Investing

1 Top TSX Stock Pick to Buy Right Now for Growth, Value, and Defensiveness

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is a great growth investment in this environment today.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Key Acquisition Positions This Top TSX Stock for Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Newmont Corporation (TSX:NGT)(NYSE:NEM) is a great pick right now for investors seeking defensiveness amid market uncertainty.

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Tech Stocks

HIVE Stock: A Top TSX Stock to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why HIVE Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) is probably the best play in the crypto space right now, in my view.

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge Stock: Not as Risky as the Market Believes

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors shouldn't be dissuaded by Enbridge's (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) high yield -- it's a great thing for long-term income investors!

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Tech Stocks

Millennials: Lightspeed POS Is a Top Pick Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) is a great pick for those with a long investing time horizon (we're talking to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Top Pick for 2021: Kirkland Lake Gold

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) is, hands-down, the number one stock every investor should consider adding to their portfolios…

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Bank Stocks

1 Top TSX Pick Long-Term Investors Should Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) continues to be near the top of my list right now for TSX…

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