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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

Today’s Top RRSP Buy: Enbridge

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is perhaps the best stock investors should consider today for a RRSP addition.

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Investing

The 1st Bitcoin ETF Is Live! Should You Buy Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin has become a very lucrative investment recently, and investors might be enticed to pick up shares of the Purpose…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock Investors Need to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is among the best long-term growth plays investors can consider right now, and here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

EV Investors: 1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is a great way to play the electrification trend right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Gold Might Be Broken, But Kirkland Lake Gold Is Still a Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Gold miners have underperformed my expectations of late, but I think over the long-term Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) will outperform.

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Dividend Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Scotiabank

| Chris MacDonald

Scotiabank (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) has been soaring after earnings. Here's why investors should still consider this high-quality portfolio staple right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Investors Should Buy This Top TSX Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a top TSX pick investors should buy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stock Picks for March 2021: Growth, Value, and Income

| Chris MacDonald

These three top picks have everything investors could want from core portfolio holdings: growth, value, and income.

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Tech Stocks

Are Shopify’s Stock Offerings a Sell Signal?

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has dipped considerably in recent weeks from its highs. Here's why the company's equity raises could have something…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Trimmed Suncor Stock, But it’s Still a Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Suncor is a stock with a ton of potential as a company that could benefit from a rotation toward value…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock That Could Be on Warren Buffett’s Radar

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) could be on Warren Buffett's watch list right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett Likes This Top TSX Stock, and So Should You

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time, and his recent foray into Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) proves…

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Tech Stocks

The #1 Top Stock for March

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) is the top stock every investor should consider for March, particularly in…

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Dividend Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Alimentation Couche-Tard

| Chris MacDonald

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) has been put in the penalty box by the market. Here's why I think that could change…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks Income Investors Should Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These three top picks are perfect for any investor looking to create an income portfolio for retirement today.

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Tech Stocks

Facedrive Stock: The Best Short Opportunity in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Facedrive (TSXV:FD) stock is perhaps the most overvalued stock in the universe right now, which says a lot considering how…

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Investing

Cineplex Stock Is Going Parabolic: Here’s Why

| Chris MacDonald

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) has rebounded nicely in recent days. Here's why this stock price appreciation might not be short-lived.

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Tech Stocks

Turn a $75K TFSA Into $1 Million with This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

How to turn a $75K TFSA into $1 million? Simple: buy this Top TSX tech stock!

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Hasn’t Looked This Cheap in a While

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) remains beaten up badly by the pandemic - here's why that might change soon, and why value…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett: Hedging Isn’t a Bad Idea Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett likes Canadian gold miner Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX), making this a top pick of mine right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian Tire Stock Is a Buy on Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) blew away expectations in its recent earnings report, but has not moved much since yesterday.

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Dividend Stocks

Forget the Banks: Buy This Top TSX Financials Stock Instead

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) could be one of the best financials stocks on the TSX today.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks Income Investors Should Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks are incredible opportunities for income investors right now.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) has risen to the top of my list in terms of best TSX stocks…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Bet Big on Biden: Buy This Top TSX Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Joe Biden could make Labrador Iron Ore Royalty (TSX:LIF) great again!

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Dividend Stocks

Investing With a Barbell Strategy? Enbridge Stock Makes a Great Core Holding

| Chris MacDonald

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a great company to hold as a core position in a barbell investing strategy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Hold Steady and Buy the Dips

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is on the list of top TSX stocks Warren Buffett would like right…

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Tech Stocks

How to Make a $1 Million TFSA Portfolio: Buy This Top TSX Tech Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Want to grow your TFSA to $1 million or more? This top TSX tech stock is a great place to…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Likes this Canadian Stock — and You Should Too

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett's deal-making with Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) may not be over quite yet.

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Soar This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock could actually be really cheap at these levels.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make $1 Million Tax-Free

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) continues to be the stock I think can provide investors with millionaire-making growth.

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry’s Meme Stock Status May Be Gone, But Its Long-Term Growth Potential Isn’t

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) meme status may be gone, but this stock still has a ton of potential for long-term investors.

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Energy Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy If You Have $50

| Chris MacDonald

Methanex Corp. (TSX:MX)(NYSE:MEOH) is a lesser-discussed top TSX stock I think deserves to be considered by every investor.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Forever Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two top TSX picks are forever holdings I think every growth, income, and value investor should consider right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

1 Top TSX Cannabis Stock to Play U.S. Legalization

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA) is, hands-down, the best way to play U.S. legalization right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest Like Warren Buffett: Buy This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett ventured into gold miners recently. Here's why I think Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) would fit his profile perfectly.

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Tech Stocks

Should Investors Follow Elon Musk Into Crypto, as Canada Approves its 1st Bitcoin ETF?

| Chris MacDonald

Canada is launching the world's first Bitcoin ETF. Should investors buy now?

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Stock Dropped 3% Yesterday

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify's (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) earnings report was fantastic, but comments around growth took this stock lower yesterday.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Now for Income, Growth, and Safety

| Chris MacDonald

I think Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) has it all: growth, income, and safety.

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Cannabis Investors Should Avoid ETFs Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Stock picking could outperform passive investing (ETFs) in the cannabis sector, and here's why.

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