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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher became a CFA Charterholder in 2016. He has worked at some of the largest companies in Canada, working as an Energy Trader at Enmax, a Financial Advisor at RBC, and was a Wholesaler for CI Investments and Sentry Investments. He is a staff writer at Motley Fool with hundreds of articles contributed.

Recent Articles

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Tech Stocks

Short-Seller Target: 1 Top-Tier TSX Stock Could Tank Next

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Another top-tier Canadian technology stock could tank after a short-seller firm released an elaborate report alleging misdeeds by the company.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for 10 Years

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three Canadian stocks are the top options for people with investment time frames of 10 years or more.

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Dividend Stocks

Buyers, Beware of Speculators: Home Prices Surge 22%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Homebuyers will face supply and affordability constraints in 2022 if prices surge along with the increase in mortgage rates.

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Dividend Stocks

$81,500 TFSA in 2022: Here Are 3 Stocks to Buy With it

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users with significant, if not the total accumulated, contribution room, can create passive income and hedge against inflation through…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Great TSX Stocks You Can Buy for $100

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A big bank stock and a top-notch REIT are excellent buys, even if the share prices are $100 or more.

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Bank Stocks

1 Big Bank That Just Raised Dividends by 10%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

One big bank plus a small industry peer raised their dividends recently by 10% and should be attractive options for…

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Tech Stocks

2 Tech Stocks to Buy for Under $50

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX technology stocks trading for less than $50 per share are excellent for investors looking for tech companies that…

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Cannabis Stocks

1 Small Cannabis Player Could Deliver 133% Return in the New Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A small industry player outperforms its larger peers in 2021 and is the logical investment choice before the cannabis revolution…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Far Superior Returns in 2022? Invest in Climate-Friendly Business Models

| Christopher Liew, CFA

With new growth paths due to ever-increasing demand for cleaner energy sources, renewable energy assets should deliver far superior returns…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Huge TFSA Mistakes to Avoid With the New $81,500 Limit

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The accumulated TFSA contribution room will be $81,500 in 2022. Users with that much available room should still avoid three…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Important TFSA Update Coming in 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA’s announcement of the new limit is the most important update that TFSA users await every November.

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Investing

3 Totally Undervalued TSX Stocks to Buy Cheap

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three undervalued stocks are the cheapest buying opportunities on the TSX before 2021 ends in two weeks.

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Dividend Stocks

Where to Invest in 2022: Stocks or Bonds?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Because bonds underperform during rising inflation, stocks are better investment options in 2022, although investors must make the right choices.

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Bank Stocks

Loss of Confidence? 63.5% of Canadians Say Bank of Canada Can’t Curb Inflation

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The majority of Canadians seem to have lost confidence in the BOC to rein in inflation and restore it to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks You Should NOT Sell if the Market Corrects

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s largest bank and most dominant telco are buy-and-hold stocks, so you don’t need to sell either even in a…

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Energy Stocks

3 Top Energy Stock to Buy in Canada

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three top energy stocks are buying opportunities even if the broader market is shaky due to renewed pandemic fears.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safe Stocks to Buy if You Think a Market Correction Is Coming

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors should have two safe stocks right now, because a year-end stock market correction seems inevitable.

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Dividend Stocks

Where to Invest $1,000 Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A pair of reliable passive income providers is ideal for Canadians looking to invest $1,000 instead of spending it this…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ways Your TFSA Can Be Taxed

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TSFA users, especially the new ones, must be aware of three ways the CRA can tax the one-of-a-kind investment vehicle.

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Dividend Stocks

Big Banks Hike Payouts, but 2 Non-Bank Lenders Pay Higher Dividends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Big Banks raised their dividends, but investors can earn more from two non-bank lenders that offer much higher yields.

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Energy Stocks

I’d Buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Today For 3 Reasons + $1.1 Billion More

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A blue-chip stock is the perfect choice for income investors desiring high yields and a cleaner energy future.

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Bank Stocks

2 Excellent Stocks to Hold in Your Retirement Portfolio

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian seniors will have less financial worry if the core holdings in their retirement portfolios are two excellent dividend stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Real Estate Stocks in Canada: Buy or Avoid Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors should be better off buying real estate stocks instead of purchasing physical properties while the housing market remains frothy.

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Tech Stocks That Should Be on Your Shopping List Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX tech stocks should be on investors’ buy lists or watch lists, given the predictions that technologies and trends…

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Coronavirus

Air Travel Could Be Back to Pre-COVID Level in ’22: Will Air Canada (TSX:AC) Fly High?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TSX’s top airline stock could fly high again if global air traffic accelerates and returns to pre-pandemic level in 2022.

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Dividend Stocks

Earn $2,450/Year Tax-Free with These 2 Dividend Beasts

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors can earn more than $2,000 tax-free income per year and beat inflation by investing in dividend beasts.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $20

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Price-conscious investors can purchase three top Canadian stocks that trades under $20 per share.

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Dividend Stocks

Collect Passive Income With These 2 Dividend Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can collect higher passive income from two lesser-known but reliable dividend payers.

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Dividend Stocks

Job-Finding Rate Climbs 37% as Income Support Programs Ends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The rise in job-finding rate in November 2021 is a positive development for Canadians and a boost to stock market…

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Dividend Stocks

In 2022, Higher Home Prices and Mortgage Rates = Less Buying Power

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians’ buying power could weaken in 2022 due to higher home prices and mortgage rates.

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Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Suddenly Crashed 20%: Is it a Good Time to Buy?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin’s recent crash is a warning investors not to rush to buy the cryptocurrency, because it remains a very risky…

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Tech Stocks

The Next Shopify (TSX:SHOP): 2 Stocks That Could Rise by 1,000%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two potential superstars in the technology sector could rise by up to 1,000%.

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Bank Stocks

Big Bank Dividend: Bonanza All 6 Banks Raise Yields

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s Big Six banks will deploy their excess cash hoard in Q1 fiscal 2022 to reward investors with higher dividends.

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Investing

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy for the New Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three top Canadian stocks are must-buys for investors looking to rebalance their portfolios for the New Year.

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Energy Stocks

2 Growth Stocks With 10X Potential

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors shouldn’t miss buying two growth stocks this month, as they could be worth 10 times more in the near…

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Dividend Stocks

Perfect Combo for 2022: Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and 1 Utility Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A top-tier energy stock and an independent power producer are recession-resistant stocks and excellent sources of passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

Industry Experts: Home Prices Surge 14% But There’s No Bubble

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Industry experts don’t see a bubble bursting in Canada’s housing market anytime soon, despite surging home prices.

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Bank Stocks

Fintech Race: A Big 6 Bank Has a Head Start

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s Big Six banks are racing to migrate to cloud infrastructure or risk losing market share to fintech companies.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Top Stocks to Buy

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian seniors can bump up their income streams in retirement by investing in two established dividend payers.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks That Could Set You up for a Lifetime

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can invest in three stocks to produce lasting income streams besides their pensions.

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