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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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Cryptocurrency

Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) and 1 Rival Post Double-Digit Gains

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The recent price surges and double-digit week-on-week gains of top cryptocurrencies aren’t signs of a crypto market recovery.

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Energy Stocks

2 Oil Stocks With Mind-Blowing Gains in 1 Year Could Still Rise

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two oil stocks with mind-blowing returns in one year could climb further if oil demand picks up in winter.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks That Are Actually Beating the Market

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three non-energy stocks display resiliency in 2022 and are actually beating the TSX year to date.

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Investing

Fairfax Financial (TSX:FFH): No Alarm Bells, Despite Q2 2022 Loss

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Warren Buffett of the North isn’t alarmed by the net loss of his holding company in Q2 2022 and…

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Top-Growing Stocks on Earth

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Market volatility remains high in Q3 2022, but it’s easy to identify the top-growing stocks on Earth.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Simple TSX Stocks to Buy With $25 Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians with capital of as low as $25 can purchase three simple stocks right now and earn recurring passive income…

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Energy Stocks

3 Rising Energy Stocks to Buy as Oil Hits 6-Month Low

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three rising energy stocks are strong buys today as their upward momentum is likely to continue due to the tight…

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Cryptocurrency

Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) Jumps 13% as Major Network Upgrade Nears

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The world’s second-largest cryptocurrency by market value might dethrone the first mover with the launching of its network upgrade in…

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Dividend Stocks

Change Your Future: What to Hold in a TFSA in 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Holding dividend growth stocks in a TFSA long-term can change the financial futures of worried Canadians.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) a Strong Buy? Profit Surges Almost 19% in Q2 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TSX’s top mining stock should be a strong buy in August after the gold miner reported a 19% profit growth…

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Dividend Stocks

Real Estate Slide Continues: Toronto Sales Fall Almost 50%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Most economists expect housing markets in Canada to cool down significantly with further rate hikes by the central bank.

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Energy Stocks

2 Oil Stocks Under $11 With 90-110% Gains So Far This Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two small-cap oil stocks with enormous gains year to date are likely to deliver far superior returns in 2022 versus…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Announces $3.6 Billion in New Projects

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians should consider adding more shares of TSX’s top-tier energy stock because of the huge capital program that could deliver…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Users: Earn $100 Every Month From 2 Income Plays

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors can earn $100 or more in extra tax-free income every month from two high-yield stocks that pay monthly…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Big Bank Stocks to Own for Lifelong Income

| Christopher Liew, CFA

These two Big Bank stocks are ideal staple holdings for newbie investors seeking a lifetime of passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income Generator: 1 Dividend Stock Yielding 6.16%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A high-yield energy stock that pays monthly dividends is a reliable passive income generator for investors.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Growth Stocks That Provide Healthy 4.5% Dividends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three dividend-growth stocks are excellent choices for Canadian investors looking for consistent, healthy, and growing passive-income streams.

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Dividend Stocks

Housing Market: 2 or More Rate Hikes Could Lead to a Severe Correction

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s largest banks see property values easing in the near term as the housing market adjusts to higher interest rates.

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 TSX Stocks Have Doubled Over 3 Years: Can They Do It Again?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Three TSX stocks whose share prices have doubled in three years are well-positioned to repeat history and reward investors with…

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Dividend Stocks

Smart Buys: 2 Low-Profile Value Stocks With Strong Upside

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two low-profile value stocks with strong upside are smart buys if you’re looking for investments outside the energy sector.

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Investing

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Reports Massive Q2 Losses: Buy or Sell?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s flag carrier reported a $386 million net loss in Q2 2022 to mark 10 consecutive quarterly losses beginning in…

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Energy Stocks

Soaring Cash Flows: 2 TSX Oil Stocks Are Paying “Special” Dividends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX oil stocks have declared payment of special dividends to shareholders in 2022 due to soaring cash flows and…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE (TSX:BCE): An Impressive 5.75% Yielder

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s top 5G stock deserves top billing in a stock portfolio because of its Dividend Aristocrat status and impressive 5.75%…

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Energy Stocks

Small OPEC+ Oil-Output Hike: Buy More Energy Stocks?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Energy stocks could soar higher, because oil markets will remain tight due to the small production increase by OPEC+.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy Today and Never Let Go

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Old and new investors alike will worry less about market volatility if blue-chip stocks are the backbones of their investment…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Smart Real Estate Stocks to Buy in August

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two high-yield REITs are the smart buys in August 2022 for investors seeking exposure to the real estate market to…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $500,000 by the Time You Retire

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Building retirement wealth is a long process, but it’s possible for $100,000 to grow to half-a-million dollars over time.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Housing Markets in Canada Where Prices Are Being Slashed

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The aggressive rate-hike campaign by the Bank of Canada is starting to impact on housing markets, as evidenced by declining…

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Cryptocurrency

Top Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) Investor Lost US$917 Million

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A top institutional investor in Bitcoin reported close to US$1 billion quarterly losses due to the crypto’s free fall in…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stable ETFs Fit for Newbie Investors

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two stable and top-performing TSX ETFs ideal for beginners with low-risk appetites.

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Dividend Stocks

Finning International (TSX:FTT): A Likely Multi-Bagger in 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A Dividend Aristocrat in the industrial sector is a potential multi-bagger in 2022, because of robust demand and a significantly…

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Bank Stocks

Own a TFSA for Better or for Worse

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TFSA is a financial partner for life, and users aren’t missing out, even if they’re unable to contribute or…

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Dividend Stocks

What Would a Real Estate Crash Do to REITs?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A real estate market crash in 2022 could affect REITs, but not two names with strong fundamentals and leasing momentum.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: Where to Put $100 Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A $100 capital is enough to purchase shares of top-performing TSX stocks or a cheap, high-yield dividend stock.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Dividend Growth Stocks with Inflation-Protection Potential

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two TSX dividend growth stocks that are safe havens for risk-averse investors and beginners because of their inflation-protection potential.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Proven Strategy to Get Ahead of Inflation: Earn Monthly Passive Income

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can better cope with inflation by earning passive income from stocks that pay dividends each month.

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Energy Stocks

1 Energy Stock That You Can’t Overlook

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A top-performing energy stock with an upsurge in profit is validating the prediction that the oil sector will deliver mind-blowing…

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Energy Stocks

Surge Energy (TSX:SGY) Could Deliver a More Than 132% Return in 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A surging small-cap energy stock could deliver a more than 132% return in 2022 if constraints on global oil supply…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks to Buy Amid a New Global Tension

| Christopher Liew, CFA

An oil stock and a gold stock are safety nets in the wake of oil supply uncertainties and a brewing…

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Tech Stocks

Rare Gems: 1 Pair of Outperforming Dividend-Paying Tech Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A pair of underrated but outperforming dividend-paying tech stocks are interesting options for income investors.

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