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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

Why Warren Buffett Could Take Barrick Gold Stock on a Parabolic Ride

| Chris MacDonald

I think Warren Buffett's recent addition of Barrick Gold wasn't just a foray into this stock. I think he's looking…

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Value for money
Dividend Stocks

VALUE ALERT: Why Restaurant Brands Stock Is Severely Undervalued Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is a great company and has been undervalued for some time. Here's why long-term growth investors should…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest Like Warren Buffett With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

I think even Warren Buffett would agree this top TSX stock is too cheap to ignore right now!

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now!

| Chris MacDonald

There's no time like the present to adjust one's portfolio and add some high-quality companies! These are three of my…

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Woman has an idea
Dividend Stocks

Shopify Stock Is Great, But This TSX Stock Is My Top E-Commerce Pick Right Now!

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is the stock that's all the rage these days. However, I think investors should focus on sneaky e-commerce…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks for ESG Investors Seeking Renewables Exposure

| Chris MacDonald

The ESG and renewables secular trend is alive and stronger than ever. Here are three top TSX picks taking advantage…

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Where to Invest?
Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Before February!

| Chris MacDonald

I think these three top TSX stocks have the potential to outperform in February and beyond. Investors who don't buy…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock Could Go Parabolic: Why Warren Buffett Could Be Completely Wrong About Airlines

| Chris MacDonald

I think Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock could go parabolic, and Warren Buffett might be completely wrong about airlines right now!

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Tech Stocks

Is This TSX Stock the Next Netflix or the Next Corus Entertainment?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think WildBrain (TSX:WILD) is not even remotely similar to Netflix, and investors should think about this stock…

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Investing

Cineplex Stock: A Warren Buffett “Cigarette Butt” Pick or Value Trap?

| Chris MacDonald

Is Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock a top value pick that could rebound nicely, or a value trap? Read more and find…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock: Growth Potential Like Few Other TSX Stocks Today

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock seems to have stalled since the beginning of the year - here's why I think another parabolic…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Don’t Buy Gold. Buy This Top TSX Gold Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett has recently added a position in this Canadian gold miner. I think a tremendous amount of value and…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Tesla! Magna Stock Is the Way to Play the EV Space

| Chris MacDonald

Tesla's (NASDAQ:TSLA) growth potential is well known. Magna's (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is considered less often, despite its top-notch upside.

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Investing

Want Bitcoin at a 25% Discount? Buy This TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies are assets that have been on an absolute tear of late. Should investors buy the dip with…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today If You Have $500

| Chris MacDonald

These 3 Top TSX Stocks are favorites of mine for those looking for growth at reasonable prices. I think each…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry’s Parabolic Potential Makes it a Top TFSA Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

I think BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is a stock with an incredible amount of parabolic growth potential right now! Read more to…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy the Dip Before This Top TSX Stock Goes Parabolic!

| Chris MacDonald

I think this Canadian growth stock has a ton of potential to go parabolic here soon. This stock has also…

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Tech Stocks

Elon Musk Has Nothing on This Canadian EV Stock That Has Outperformed Tesla Stock!

| Chris MacDonald

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) has actually underperformed this lesser-known Canadian EV stock!

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Investing

Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock on the Verge of a Parabolic Move — or a Crash Landing?

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is a make it or break it stock right now. Here's what the bulls and bears are…

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 Best RRSP Stocks to Buy Right Now!

| Chris MacDonald

These three top RRSP picks won't let you down! These are three of my highest-conviction picks right now for investors…

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now!

| Chris MacDonald

These top dividend stocks are some of my highest-conviction Canadian picks right now!

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Tech Stocks

Why Lightspeed Stock Has Run Out of Steam

| Chris MacDonald

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) is not a stock for the faint of heart. Here's why this stock has traded sideways over the…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 3 Canadian Stocks Under $50

| Chris MacDonald

These 3 stocks are among the safest income-generating TSX-listed stocks out there!

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Tech Stocks

Amazon Could Make BlackBerry Stock Go Parabolic!

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock has been on a parabolic ride of late, but I think we're only in the early innings…

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Cannabis Stocks

The Top (and Only) TSX Cannabis Stock Investors Should Consider Today!

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Curaleaf (TSXV:CURA) is the only Canadian cannabis stock investors should consider right now!

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Stocks for Beginners

SELL ALERT: I’d Avoid These 2 Stocks!

| Chris MacDonald

These two stocks are ones I would avoid like the plague! Investors need to be wary of the rebound or…

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Dividend Stocks

A Biden Presidency Could Make Canada (and This Canadian Stock) Great Again!

| Chris MacDonald

Suncor is a stock that has been in the doghouse for some time, but I think the stars may be…

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Woman has an idea
Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Stocks with Yields of 4% or More!

| Chris MacDonald

These 3 top TSX dividend stocks should be the cornerstones of every income portfolio!

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Still Has Tons of Upside Potential!

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) is a polarizing stock. That said, I think the growth with this company is too hard to ignore,…

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Investing

Why CargoJet (TSX:CJT) Stock Could Plummet in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

I think CargoJet (TSX:CJT) stock makes no sense at these levels. In fact, I think this is a stock due…

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Woman has an idea
Metals and Mining Stocks

Biden’s Inauguration Makes This TSX Company My Top Pick for 2021!

| Chris MacDonald

My top high-conviction pick on the TSX right now is this lesser-known stock. I think this company has the best…

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Dividend Stocks

Top TSX Stock for January: The $40 Billion Company No One’s Heard of!

| Chris MacDonald

This is the top TSX stock I'd recommend every investor consider right now, given the growth one can receive at…

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Tech Stocks

Turn Your $6K TFSA Contribution Into $300K in 5 Years with This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

This top TSX stock has been a 50-bagger over the past five years! This has turned a $6K investment into…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks I’d Put in My RRSP and Leave Them There Forever

| Chris MacDonald

These Top TSX Stocks deserve a spot in every investor's RRSP. With the RRSP investing deadline coming up, now is…

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry Stock Shot More Than 25% Higher Last Week

| Chris MacDonald

BlackBerry stock has seen a parabolic surge in 2021 thus far. Here's why this raging stock could see acceleration in…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Shopify! The Top E-Commerce Stock That Nobody’s Talking About

| Chris MacDonald

This top TSX stock is my preferable way to play the e-commerce trend. It's safe, but could provide explosive returns…

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Tech Stocks

This Top TSX Bank Stock Is a Tech Play in Disguise

| Chris MacDonald

This top TSX bank stock is trading in line with its peers, but has a technological advantage I think could…

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Hexo (TSX:HEXO) Stock Will Likely Double Again in 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Hexo stock could shoot much higher this year if things fall into place for this small regional player. Here's why…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett: The Market Will Crash. This TSX Stock Will Outperform

| Chris MacDonald

If you're worried about a market crash on the horizon, and you follow what Warren Buffett says, this TSX gold…

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Stocks: A Parabolic Move Is Underway

| Chris MacDonald

Cannabis stocks are starting a parabolic move right now. I think 2021 could be a banner year for these stocks.…

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