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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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Cannabis Stocks

Tilray Partners With Hexo: What You Should Know

| Chris MacDonald

What should investors make of the recent Tilray (TSX:TLRY)(NASDAQ:TLRY) deal to acquire Hexo (TSX:HEXO)(NASDAQ:HEXO)?

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Cryptocurrency

Why Solana Is a Top Token to Watch Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to keep a close eye on Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) in this volatile environment right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Amazing Long-Term Buy-and-Hold Stocks to Consider Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two top long-term stocks to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

Constellation Software Keeps on Growing: The Latest Deal to Watch

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) continues to be a top technology pick of mine when assessing Canadian stocks right now.

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Cryptocurrency

Is Polkadot a Top Crypto to Buy Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here are some of the pros and cons behind top crypto network Polkadot (CRYPTO:DOT), as investors decide whether this token…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks With Incredible Value (and Dividends) to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) are two top TSX stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for Passive Income? Here Are 3 Great Options

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top passive-income stocks I think are worth considering for more than their dividend yields in this environment.

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Cryptocurrency

Avalanche: The Crypto Network of the Future?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Avalanche (CRYPTO:AVAX) may be a top cryptocurrency long-term investors may want to consider on this recent dip.

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Tech Stocks

3 Canadian Growth Stocks Poised to Take Off Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top growth stocks I think long-term investors may want to consider on this recent market dip for…

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Bank Stocks

Impressive Expansion: Another Reason to Buy TD Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's another reason why investors may want to consider Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and TD stock right now.

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Cryptocurrency

Where Are Meme Tokens Headed From Here?

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time to buy meme tokens Shiba Inu (CRYPTO:SHIB) and Dogecoin (CRYPTO:DOGE), or watch the excitement from the…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Canadian Value Stocks to Buy the Dips on Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and Suncor (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) are two top Canadian value stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Forget About for the Long Term

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) are two top-tier dividend stocks to consider now.

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Cryptocurrency

Solana: The Payments Network of the Future?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) could be a top cryptocurrency for long-term investors to consider on this recent dip of late.

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Tech Stocks

2 Incredible Growth Stocks Primed for Takeoff Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and Open Text (TSX:OTEX)(NASDAQ:OTEX) are two top growth stocks to consider right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Picks for Long-Term Investors to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Algonquin Power (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) are two top long-term stocks to buy now.

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Cryptocurrency

Is Binance Coin a Cryptocurrency to Buy Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Binance Coin (CRYPTO:BNB) could be a cryptocurrency with the tokenomics to be considered a top buy right now.

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Technology
Dividend Stocks

Why Manulife Stock Could Be a Top Buy in March

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) stock in this rather uncertain environment.

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Cryptocurrency

Could Bitcoin Be the Best Hedge Against War?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) is a token that's getting a lot of attention in the midst of this uncertain geopolitical…

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Bank Stocks

This Canadian Bank Stock Could Be a Great Buy Following Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is a top Canadian bank stock to consider right now.

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Bank Stocks

Could Royal Bank Stock Be a Great Buy Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Royal Bank (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is a top bank stock long-term investors may want to consider as volatility picks up…

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Energy Stocks

What to Make of Baytex Stock Following Earnings

| Chris MacDonald

Is now the time for investors to continue to buy Baytex (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE), or is this rally in oil overdone right…

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Cryptocurrency

What’s Behind Terra’s Latest Rise?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Terra (CRYPTO:LUNA) is one cryptocurrency investors may want to keep on their radars right now as…

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Tech Stocks

1 Little-Known Canadian Growth Stock to Buy Amid Market Turmoil

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Docebo (TSX:DCBO)(NASDAQ:DCBO) is a top growth stock worth considering at these levels right now.

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Cryptocurrency

3 Reasons Why Cardano Is Looking Attractive Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Cardano (CRYPTO:ADA) could be a top cryptocurrency investors may want to keep a close eye on this year.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 Stocks to Buy for Passive Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top stocks I think are certainly worth a look as passive-income opportunities in this difficult-to-assess market right…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Incredible Dividend Stocks That Could Take Off Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top dividend stocks I think are worthy of a deep dive from long-term investors seeking income, growth,…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top ETF to Consider Buying Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

I believe Vanguard Global Value Factor ETF (TSX:VVL) is worth a grab at this moment.

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Cryptocurrency

2 Top Metaverse Cryptocurrencies to Pick Up on This Dip

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Axie Infinity (CRYPTO:AXS) and Decentraland (CRYPTO:MANA) are two top metaverse cryptocurrencies to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

3 Growth Stocks Worth Buying and Forgetting About

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top Canadian growth stocks I think have the potential to continue to outperform, despite this recent market…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Value Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) are two top value stocks to consider right now.

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Cryptocurrency

1 High-Growth Cryptocurrency to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) is a top-notch cryptocurrency long-term investors may want to consider right now.

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Bank Stocks

Why National Bank Is Surging Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors with a long-term investing time horizon may want to consider National Bank (TSX:NA) in this current environment.

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Cryptocurrency

Could XRP Go on a Nice Run Again?

| Chris MacDonald

Is XRP (CRYPTO:XRP) a token long-term investors may want to consider right now, given the ongoing global conflicts, or should…

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Tech Stocks

1 Top Canadian Tech Stock to Buy for the Long Term

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Enghouse Systems (TSX:ENGH) could be a great long-term buying opportunity, despite the ongoing headwinds for tech.

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Cryptocurrency

How High Could Shiba Inu Go in 2022?

| Chris MacDonald

Is Shiba Inu (CRYPTO:SHIB) a meme token that investors should consider, given the momentum in this space or another token…

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Dividend Stocks

1 More Reason Why Restaurant Brands Stock Is a Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) stock is worth a hard look right now.

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Investing

Can Cineplex Stock Soar in 2022?

| Chris MacDonald

Could Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock be worth a speculative buy at these levels, or are the headwinds likely to be too…

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Investing

Why Air Canada Could Soar Higher in March

| Chris MacDonald

Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) a stock that could soar in March, or are the headwinds too strong for this airline…

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Load Up on in March 2022

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top growth stocks I think are worthy of consideration right now, despite the decidedly higher risk in…

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