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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

Why LSPD Stock Could Still Have Room to Run Higher in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) is a true growth superstar on the TSX - here's why it could have more room to…

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Investing

This Top TSX Stock Won’t Be This Cheap for Long: Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

As far as best-in-class Top TSX Stocks go, I think Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is right up there.

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Tech Stocks

The Next Microsoft? This Top TSX Tech Stock Just Might Be

| Chris MacDonald

Looking for the next Microsoft? Open Text (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) could be the stock you're looking for.

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Dividend Stocks

Bracing for Market Volatility? Invest Like Warren Buffett in This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett's greed indicator just hit all-time highs. Is now the time to transition to value stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard…

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Tech Stocks

Tesla vs. Shopify: Why Shopify Stock Will Outperform Long Term

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) has outperformed most stocks, including Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). Here's why I think that trend will continue.

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Investing

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These 3 Top TSX Stocks are perfect for long-term investors seeking safety, income, and growth.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock Warren Buffett Could Be Watching

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time, and I think he could be looking at Nutrien…

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Tech Stocks

Become a TFSA Millionaire With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) could make you a TFSA millionaire this decade!

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Cannabis Stocks

Has the Cannabis Bubble 2.0 Popped?

| Chris MacDonald

Retail investors are driving cannabis stocks wild. Here's why the cannabis bubble may have popped once again but could also…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett’s “Greed” Indicator at All-Time Highs

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett's "greed" indicator just hit all-time highs. Here's what this means for investors worried about a market crash.

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Is the Gem Among Reddit WSB “Stonks”

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is a stock that has received a lot of love of late from retail investors. Here's why this…

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Hit $30 Soon

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has some strong momentum behind it right now. Here's why the stock could trade above $30 per…

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Tech Stocks

Is the Reddit WallStreetBets Trade Over for BlackBerry?

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) continues to be a top pick for the WSB crew -- is this trade over?

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Dividend Stocks

This Top TSX Stock Will Soar as an ESG Renewables Play

| Chris MacDonald

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is a top-notch ESG investment for those focused on renewables companies.

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 Top TSX Stocks Won’t Be This Cheap Forever: Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

I think these three Top TSX Stocks are way too cheap right now, and are likely to be snapped up…

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Tech Stocks

Amazon Could Power BlackBerry Stock to New All-Time Highs

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) partnership with Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) could be the breakthrough this company needs to make new all-time highs.

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Is Booming: Here’s the Top Pot Stock to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

I think this Canada-listed cannabis company is the best in class right now! This company provides U.S. exposure its peers…

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Is Soaring Today on Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is soaring in early-morning trading following its earnings -- here's why.

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Tech Stocks

Top Stock for February: Why Lightspeed Could Be the Next Constellation Software

| Chris MacDonald

Could Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) be the next Constellation Brands (TSX:CSU)? It's possible.

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Tech Stocks

How To Make $1 Million in 10 Years Tax-Free

| Chris MacDonald

Looking for a tax-free $1 million? This article is for you. I'm going to talk about how to get such…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Income Investors Need to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are two of my top TSX picks for income investors right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Warren Buffett Would Like This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

I think Nutrien (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) might be a company Warren Buffett is looking at right now! Here's why I think this…

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Tech Stocks

Elon Musk: Bitcoin Worth Investing in Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Elon Musk likes Bitcoin - here's why investors interested in cryptocurrencies could be validated in their approach.

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Tech Stocks

Tesla or Shopify? For Tech Investors, There’s No Question: Shopify’s the Winner

| Chris MacDonald

I think there's a clear winner in the Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) vs. Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) debate. Here's why I think Shopify is…

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Investing

2 Reasons Couche-Tard Stock Could Soar This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is a lesser-discussed Canadian growth company with an incredibly cheap valuation right now.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX “Forever” Stock to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian mega-cap company has everything long-term investors want: growth, yield, and safety.

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Dividend Stocks

This Top TSX Stock Is Total Garbage: Buy Now!

| Chris MacDonald

Waste Connections (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) is a garbage collection company with a ton of long-term growth potential -- here's why it's a…

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Tech Stocks

Microsoft or Open Text? Invest in the Cloud With This Top TSX Tech Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Open Text (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) could be the best cloud stock out there today.

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Is Backed by Growth

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock price has been on a volatile ride of late. Here's why I think there might be support…

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Investing

Is Air Canada Stock Worth Owning, Bailout or No Bailout?

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada's (TSX:AC) bailout talks have been in the works for, it seems, forever. Here's why Air Canada might be…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Worried About the Market? Here’s How to Hedge

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett is perhaps the greatest investor of all time, and his recent foray for gold is bullish for my…

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Dividend Stocks

Suncor Stock Has at Least 20% Upside Because of This Catalyst

| Chris MacDonald

I think Suncor is a stock with much more than 20% upside from here, but some pretty smart money is…

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Investing

Why Canada Goose’s Stock Popped This Past Week

| Chris MacDonald

Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) is a company that has become a world-class brand moreso than just a retailer.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

These two stocks I think could be the best picks for long-term investors out there. Growth, value, income - these…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: Will it Soar or Crash Land This Year?

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada stock is at an inflection point, I think. Indeed, we could see some significant volatility over the next…

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Tech Stocks

These 2 Top TSX Stocks Have Grown 3,000% Over the Past 10 Years!

| Chris MacDonald

Growth investors rejoice: the TSX has two companies that have produced incredible returns this past decade and are poised to…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Is Down 15% This Week! Is the WSB Reddit Trade Over?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what I think about the Reddit trade potentially being over for BlackBerry, and what it means for investors.

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Is Soaring! Curaleaf Stock’s Rise Is Only Just Getting Started…

| Chris MacDonald

Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA) is a stock that has shot 25% higher this year. Here's why this momentum could continue!

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Pension: Generate $10,000 a Year With These 3 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These top TSX stocks are some of the best options for income investors today seeking substantial and stable long-term income.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Renewables Stock for ESG Investors

| Chris MacDonald

ESG investing has driven renewable power stocks like Boralex (TSX:BLX) to all-time highs this year! Here's why the party may…

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