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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

Want Tesla-Beating Returns? Shopify Has Blown Tesla Out of the Water!

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a stock that has outperformed Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) over the past five years! Here's why more outperformance may…

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Tech Stocks

This 1 Top TSX Tech Stock Provided Growth of +3,000% Over 10 Years!

| Chris MacDonald

As far as growth by acquisition plays go, Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) is top of my list right now for growth…

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Tech Stocks

Is the Reddit “Wallstreetbets” Trade Over?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's explore whether or not this Reddit-fueled rally is over for stocks like Cineplex (TSX:CGX) that showed promise as momentum…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: Why Investors Need to Mark February 12 on Their Calendars

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is reporting its full-year financials on February 12. Here's why investors need to mark this date on…

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Tech Stocks

Can Lightspeed Stock Continue its Light-Speed Parabolic Ascent?

| Chris MacDonald

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) is a true growth gem on the TSX and has provided amazing returns in recent years. Here's why…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock I Think Warren Buffett Would Like

| Chris MacDonald

Kirkland Lake (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) is, in my view, the best value play on the TSX today in the gold sector, or…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About a Market Correction? This 5G Stock Provides Defensiveness in Spades

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) could be the best 5G stock on the TSX right now!

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Metals and Mining Stocks

What Might Be Behind Warren Buffett’s Barrick Gold Position?

| Chris MacDonald

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) is one of Warren Buffett's new additions. Here's why I think he made the move that's shocked…

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Tech Stocks

The Reddit Effect: Why BlackBerry Stock Could Continue to Plunge

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) continues to be one of the most volatile stocks on the TSX right now! Here's what investors need…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Get February Started off Right

| Chris MacDonald

Here are 2 Top TSX Stocks I think could benefit from catalysts taking hold in February. These are companies I…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Pension: Create Your Own CPP-Like Income Stream with These 2 Top TSX Stocks!

| Chris MacDonald

Looking to create another income stream in retirement? These 2 stocks provide incredibly reliable and growing yields that are far…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Magna Is the Top EV Play Investors Should Consider Today

| Chris MacDonald

I think Magna (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is an underappreciated indirect play on the EV space. Here's why I think this catalyst is…

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Investing

Why February Is a Big Month for Air Canada Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada's (TSX:AC) upcoming earnings this month could take this stock on a wild ride. I'm going to give my…

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Pension: 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today for Bond-Like Yields of +3.5%

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX dividend stocks not only provide investors with bond-like yields greater than 3.5%, but excellent long-term growth…

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Tech Stocks

Why the “WallStreetBets” Mania Might Not Be Over for BlackBerry

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock has gone parabolic due to the WallStreetBets mania. This rise has appeared to have stalled. Here's why…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Right Now in February

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) should be on every investors' radar in February.

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Investing

Warren Buffett Could Make This Top TSX Stock Great Again!

| Chris MacDonald

I think an acquisition funded by Warren Buffett could be the catalyst that could take Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) stock much…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Quickly in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks are ones I think will outperform long term! Each of these stocks provide excellent income,…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Warren Buffett Could Back Up the Truck (Again) on Suncor Energy!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett has not been shy to go against the grain over the years. Here's why I think his Suncor…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

I think Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) could be among the best stocks on the TSX right now!

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Investing

Is What’s Driving Bitcoin’s Rise Any Different From the “WallStreetBets” Phenomenon?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think the price of Bitcoin could be a different (but similar) kind of market manipulation to the…

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Dividend Stocks

BUY ALERT: The Best Gold Stock in the World Is Trading at a 35% Discount!

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian gold miner could be the best value option on the TSX today!

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Stock Is on Sale: 15% Off! Why Getting in Now Might Not Be a Bad Idea

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) could be the highest-quality tech company we've ever seen in Canada. Here's why I think picking up these…

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Cannabis Stocks

Curaleaf and HEXO: The Only 2 Cannabis Stocks Every Investor Should Own

| Chris MacDonald

These two Canadian cannabis players are the only two I'd tap right now for a portfolio position for those inclined…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock Could Be on the Verge of a Parabolic Move Higher!

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is one that could be on the verge of a parabolic move due to these key…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Royal Bank Is a “Forever” Stock to Put in Your RRSP and Forget About for 30 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Royal Bank (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is a stock to get married to forever!

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Tech Stocks

What Is “Short-Selling?” And How Does a “Short Squeeze” Work? Here Are the Answers

| Chris MacDonald

Do you want to better understand short selling and how a short squeeze works? This article dives into what's driving…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Value Stocks That Are Dirt Cheap Today!

| Chris MacDonald

These three top TSX stocks have everything investors want: growth, yield, and defensiveness!

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cybersecurity ETFs With Parabolic Growth Potential at Dirt-Cheap Prices Today!

| Chris MacDonald

Cybersecurity is a secular trend I think will provide parabolic long-term growth. Here are two ETFs I think provide great…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Curaleaf Stock’s Parabolic Move Is Only Just Getting Started!

| Chris MacDonald

Curaleaf stock has been soaring of late. I think this parabolic move is not only warranted but likely to continue!…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett: Hedging With Gold Right Now — Not a Bad Idea!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time and recently tapped Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) for a portfolio…

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Investing

Why Air Canada Stock Could Soar Above $30 This Year

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is a stock with a lot of noise right now. Here's why I think investors could get…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today for Their +5% Yields!

| Chris MacDonald

Navigating the high-yield space is difficult at any point in time. With bond yields so low right now, I think…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $1,000/Month in Income? Here’s How With These 3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks!

| Chris MacDonald

These top three stocks provide some of the best monthly income on the TSX! Here's a roadmap for how investors…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Has Tripled This Month: Why It Could Go to $50 This Year!

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry's parabolic run may have some investors thinking about taking profits. Here's why I think investors should hold on right…

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Target. Stand out from the crowd
Investing

Why Cineplex Stock Could Go Parabolic as the Next TSX “Wallstreetbets” Target, Like BlackBerry

| Chris MacDonald

This "wallstreetbets" group is much more powerful than many initially thought. Check out the share price of BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) or…

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Cannabis Stocks

Can Canopy Growth Stock Continue its Parabolic Move?

| Chris MacDonald

Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) has gone parabolic of late! Here's what's supporting this parabolic rise, and why this parabolic move could…

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Investing

Canada’s 1st Retail Bitcoin ETF Is Set to Launch! Time to Buy?

| Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin is soaring! Should investors buy ETFs aimed at retail investors?

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Dividend Stocks

Beginner Investors: Don’t Know Where to Start? Buy These Top 2 TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These top TSX stocks are the best starting points I think any beginner investor could work with for those looking…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Enbridge Stock Is Poised for a Parabolic Move!

| Chris MacDonald

Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is not a stock many investors would look at for parabolic growth. Here's why I think a move…

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