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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.

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Cryptocurrency

Landmark Event: Will the “Merge” End Bitcoin’s (CRYPTO:BTC) Dominance?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The landmark event in the crypto space in September 2022 could see the end of Bitcoin’s dominance over other digital…

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Energy Stocks

Strong Buys Under $10: 3 Energy Stocks With More Upside Ahead

| Christopher Liew, CFA

With the oil price level expected to remain at $100 per barrel, more upside is ahead for three top-performing energy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend ETFs that Are Well Suited for Beginners

| Christopher Liew, CFA

New and old investors have opportunities to earn passive income in a volatile market from three dividend ETFs.

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About a Housing-Induced Recession? Buy These 2 TSX REITs

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two monthly dividend-paying REITs are solid alternatives to buying investment properties if rising interest rates lead to a housing-induced recession.

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Dividend Stocks

Policy Rate Hike of 75 Basis Points: What Will it Do to Real Estate?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The most recent 75 basis points rate hike will have four serious repercussions for Canada’s real estate market.

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Energy Stocks

Should You Drop Energy Stocks Before the Recession Kicks in?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two Canadian energy stocks with overflowing cash flows are worth holding despite a looming recession.

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Dividend Stocks

Retire Early: How to Turn Your $50,000 TFSA Into $500,000

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Turning a $50,000 TFSA into $500,000 in the hope of retiring early is doable but a very arduous task.

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Energy Stocks

Want Easy Passive Income? Go With These 2 Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Conservative investors can earn easy passive income despite the heightened market volatility in 2022 by simply owning two Canadian dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Beasts with Over 7% Yields

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors can earn generous passive income every month from three dividend beasts whose yields are over 7%.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Must-Buy Value Stocks Amid High Inflation

| Christopher Liew, CFA

These three TSX value stocks are excellent buying opportunities despite the persistently high inflation in 2022.

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Tech Stocks

TSX Tech Giants Rise More Than 7%: Start of an Epic Comeback?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite recent gains, growth investors should manage their expectations about Canadian tech giants making an epic comeback, because challenging macroeconomic…

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Energy Stocks

2 High-Yield Oil Stocks to Buy and Hold on Lower Demand Worries

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two high-yield TSX oil stocks can sustain dividend payments, even if crude prices drop due to lower demand worries.

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Cryptocurrency

Is the Crypto Winter Over as Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) Surges Above $21,000?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Market observers say the crypto winter may not be over despite the industry-wide rally last week, because prices remain vulnerable…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $300? 2 Simple TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Your $300 investment will go a long way if you buy two simple TSX stocks that are beating the market…

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Investing

Got $250? Here Are 3 Smart Stocks to Buy Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A $250 investment can buy three smart stocks right now, notwithstanding the stock market’s erratic behaviour.

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Dividend Stocks

Risk-Averse Canadians: Earn Moderate but Safe Income From 2 ETFs

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Risk-averse investors, including beginners, could earn moderate but safe passive income every quarter from two ETFs with lower risk ratings.

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Dividend Stocks

Scoop up 2 High-Yield REITs Instead of Buying Investment Properties

| Christopher Liew, CFA

In an unstable housing market, real estate investors can take positions in two high-yield REITs instead of purchasing investment properties.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Big Bank Predicts a Large Real Estate Drop

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A Canadian Big Bank forecasts a 20% to 25% drop in home prices on a peak-to-trough basis from Q1 2021…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirement Planning in 2022: Be Sure to Factor in Inflation

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Stubborn inflation in 2022 calls for a new approach to retirement planning. Future retirees are advised to factor inflation into…

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks for Income Investors

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two high-yield dividend stocks that can overcome the headwinds are viable options for income investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income the Easy Way With Dividend Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Dividend investing is one of the easiest ways to earn passive income, especially during inflationary periods.

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Dividend Stocks

Hold or Buy More of These 2 Value Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors can get the most out of their money this month by taking positions in two undervalued stocks.

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Tech Stocks to Buy Before They Roar Back

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX tech stocks with visible growth runways are on the buy list and are potential multi-baggers.

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Stocks for Beginners

Better Buy: 2 Stocks or 500 Shares?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Stocks and shares can mean the same thing, although knowing the difference can help you determine the potential returns.

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Energy Stocks

3 Great Momentum Stocks You Should Buy Today!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX energy stocks can sustain their strong momentum if OPEC cuts back production output to drive oil prices higher…

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Cryptocurrency

Will Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) Be the “New” Crypto King After September 15?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A “new” king in the cryptocurrency market could emerge after the launching of a highly anticipated event on the 15th…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: Where to Put $100 Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians with only $100 to invest can put the money in a top growth stock or a great value stock…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 ETFs That Will Pay You Dividends Every Month!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX ETFs that pay monthly dividends are ideal options for newbie investors with low-risk tolerance and little or no…

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Bank Stocks

2 Stocks to Help You Retire Rich

| Christopher Liew, CFA

These 2 high-yield Big Bank stocks with dividend track records of 190 years can help Canadians build wealth and retire…

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Dividend Stocks

3 REITs to Help You Receive Easy Passive income

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors can receive easy passive income every month from three Canadian REITs with strong leasing momentum in 2022.

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4 Excellent Stocks to Buy Under $10

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Price-conscious investors can buy four excellent stocks trading at less than $10 per share for capital growth or recurring dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Safest Dividend Stocks on Earth Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two of the safest dividend stocks on the planet right now are Canadian large-cap stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Passive Income: Use Dividend Stocks (With 0% Tax!)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Active TFSA users can achieve inflation-fighting power and earn tax-free passive income by purchasing and holding two high yield royalty…

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Dividend Stocks

Collect Passive Income With These 3 Monthly Paying REITs

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Real estate investors can collect passive income from three high-yield Canadian REITs that pay monthly dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

Want Easy Passive Income? Go With These 2 Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can earn easy passive income from these two TSX dividend aristocrats to minimize the impact of rising inflation on…

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Tech Stocks

Absolute Software (TSX:ABST): Record Fiscal 2022 on Strong Cyber Defence Demand

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A dividend-paying tech stock is likely to rebound faster than its sector peers following a transformative year and record results…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Low-Risk Stocks With Unbelievable Dividends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors, including beginners, can take positions in three relatively low-risk stocks with unbelievable dividend yields.

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Dividend Stocks

September Rate Hike: 2 Stocks That You Shouldn’t Worry About

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The rate hike in September could destabilize the TSX further, although these two income stocks should hold up better against…

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Dividend Stocks

George Weston (TSX:WN): Strong Earnings From Market-Leading Businesses

| Christopher Liew, CFA

One of Canada’s successful enterprises and the TSX’s pioneering consumer staples stock is a strong buy today for its market-leading…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safe Dividend Paying Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian investors can counter market volatility and earn a steady stream of passive income by buying two safe dividend-paying stocks…

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