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The Motley Fool’s guide on the coronavirus pandemic and how it may affect your investments.

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Air Canada Stock Fell 5% in November: Is it a Buy Today?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock saw remarkable improvements during its last quarter but still dropped 5% with more recession hints. So,…

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Is Air Canada Stock a Buy Today?

| Andrew Walker

Airlines are on the rebound. Does Air Canada stock deserve to be on your buy list?

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Retirees: 2 Healthcare Stocks That Could Help Set You up for Life

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Healthcare stocks offer an incredible opportunity for growth for those investors who look to the right stocks, such as these…

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Remember March 2020? Grab Those Growth Stocks Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks soared in the double- and even triple-digit range once and are bound to do so once…

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Why TSX Stocks Rebounded on Tuesday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TSX stocks started climbing back, as investors perhaps believe the worst of the worst is over, and it's time for…

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Bombardier: Could This 2021 Top Gainer TSX Stock Keep Pace in 2022?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) stock soared a massive 260% last year against TSX stocks' average 20% gain.

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Why Loblaw Stock Soared 65% in 2021

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Loblaw (TSX:L) managed to be a major defensive play during the last year, and yet it could still be a…

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How Cineplex Stock Is Placed in 2022

| Vineet Kulkarni

Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock gained 47% and outperformed broader markets. But will it continue to rise in 2022?

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Tech Stocks

1 Top Stock I’d Buy Over Air Canada (TSX:AC) Any Day!

| Robin Brown

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock continues to be challenged beyond its control. Rather than waiting, buy this top stock that has…

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3 Top Monthly Income Stocks for Retirees

| Sneha Nahata

Retirees can supplement their monthly income with these top dividend-paying stocks.

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Don’t Buy a House! Bet on This Stock Instead

| Ryan Vanzo

If you buy a house in Canada, prepare for it to lose value. Instead, put your money into Brookfield Property…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried the CRA CERB Is Expiring? Earn $2,000 Every Month This Way

| Robin Brown

The CRA CERB $2,000 per month benefit is expiring in October. Rather than worrying, start building your own CERB-like investment…

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3 Work-From-Home TSX Stocks Still Soaring

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

While other tsx stocks have been falling, work-from-home stocks have been soaring. But these three stand to continue making huge…

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CRA Cash: 1 Way You Can Still Get $2,000 CERB After September

| Puja Tayal

The CRA will stop the $2,000 CERB in September. But you can claim the benefit even after September if you…

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4 Mid-Cap Stocks That Could Turn Your $1,000 Into $10,000

| Sneha Nahata

Mid-cap stocks offer explosive growth and are less volatile than small-cap stocks.

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Investors: 2 RRSP Tax Breaks That You Should Know!

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's how you can withdraw money from your RRSP account without paying taxes to the Canada Revenue Agency.

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Get Rich: 2 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy in August 2020

| Jitendra Parashar

Investors’ fears about slowing global economy seem to be fading away. As a result, the shares of these two Canadian…

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The CRA Was Hacked! Has Your Account Been Compromised?

| Vishesh Raisinghani

The CRA, small businesses, and individuals are at risk of such cyber attacks. This is why demand for Absolute Software's…

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3 Factors That Helped Canadian Tech Stocks Skyrocket During the Pandemic

| Vineet Kulkarni

Canadian tech stocks have soared 90% this year, even beating the U.S. tech stocks on average. So, what really drove…

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Is Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Stock a Lost Cause?

| Kay Ng

Before you buy Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock for an incredible turnaround that's possible, read this first.

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ALERT: Right Now, Shares of This Iconic Canadian Firm Are on Sale!

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) is trading at a considerable discount to book, despite Prem Watsa's impressive long-term track record.

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Canada Revenue Agency: $2,000 CERB Alternative Coming Soon

| Puja Tayal

The CRA will end the $2,000 CERB in September. It will introduce a CERB alternative in October that can help…

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Warren Buffett Buys Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX): Should You Own Gold or Gold Mining Stocks Today?

| Andrew Walker

Warren Buffett's Berkshire just made Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) its top gold stock pick. Should investors own gold itself or buy…

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Warren Buffett: The 2-Minute Penalty Is Over

| Adam Othman

Buffett spent enough time in the penalty box, and now he is out to score. The two-minute penalty is over,…

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3 Risky Bets with Massive Upside Growth Potential

| Sneha Nahata

Investing in these risky stocks could pay off big time.

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Buy Alert: Warren Buffett Bets on This Canadian Gold Stock!

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's what Warren Buffett just bought and why you should follow suit.

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2 Timely TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire Corp. (TSX:CTC.A) and another beaten-up Canadian stock that could have ample upside heading into the end of 2020.

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Smart Investing Tips: How To Handle Your FOMO

| Chris MacDonald

Here are some key strategies for smart investing, including how to choose quality, long term growth options such as Enbridge…

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Dividend Stocks

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Soars: Should You Follow Warren Buffett to Safety?

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) is a terrific safe investment, but should you follow Warren Buffett into the stock after its…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett Is a Genius to Invest in Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Stock!

| Joey Frenette

Warren Buffett likely sees opportunity in Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) stock as gold prices continue roaring above US$2,000.

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CRA ALERT: You Can’t Apply for CERB and CESB Until Further Notice

| Puja Tayal

As of August 14, you can’t apply for CERB or CESB as the CRA has temporarily blocked access to My…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $1,000? Here Are 3 TSX Stocks That Could Skyrocket Post-Pandemic

| Vineet Kulkarni

Markets will be at new heights maybe five years from now, and the pandemic will just be like a bad…

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Cargojet (TSX:CJT) Is About to Crash: When it Does, BUY IT!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Cargojet Inc. (TSX:CJT) has been soaring lately, but a crash is soon coming. When it does, you'll want to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Ways to Earn More Passive Income Than the $2,000 CERB

| Adam Othman

If you have enough funds squared away, there are ways to mimic and even surpass the government's $2,000 CERB.

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Is Canada Goose Holdings (TSX:GOOS) Stock a Buy Today?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canada Goose Holdings (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) stock price has consolidated. Buy now for a post-COVID-19 crisis recovery.

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Dividend Stocks

A Once-in-a-Decade Opportunity to Earn $2,000 Tax-Free CERB for a Lifetime

| Puja Tayal

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a stock market crash and created a once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy good dividend stocks…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) or Cargojet (TSX:CJT): Which Stock Has a Higher Chance to Double Your $1,000?

| Sneha Nahata

Air Canada or Cargojet: which stock could double your money fast?

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Cyber Attack: The CRA Temporarily Shuts Down Online Services for $2,000 CERB and CESB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has temporarily shut down online applications for the COVID-19 emergency benefits like the CERB and CESB until further…

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Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Tax Breaks That You Can Claim

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has extended the 2019 tax filing deadline for the third time to September 30. Use this time to…

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Should You Buy Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) trades for less than $0.50 per share today. Is the stock a contrarian buy?

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Tech Stocks

These Stay-at-Home Stocks Could Make You an Absolute Fortune!

| Robin Brown

Looking for long-term, sky-rocketing returns? These two stay-at-home stocks are seeing a massive acceleration during the pandemic, and its not…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Has Become Too Cheap to Ignore

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock looks like a must-buy for value-conscious income investors who are hungry for a bargain amid the…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Retire on OAS and CPP Pension Payments Alone: Do This Instead

| Joey Frenette

Retirees should consider SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) and another ridiculously cheap high-yield REIT to supplement their OAS or CPP pension payments.

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Is Dollarama (TSX:DOL) Stock a Buy Right Now?

| Aditya Raghunath

While Dollarama stock is up 1,400% since its IPO, it still remains a top bet for long-term investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Investor Alert: Tips for Investing Your Cash This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here are my top tips for those looking to make moves over the summer. Companies discussed include BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO),…

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TFSA Investors: 2 Stocks I’d Buy Right Now

| Ryan Vanzo

Every TFSA investor should strongly consider buying stock in Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Constellation Software Inc. (TSX:CSU).

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Warren Buffett Goes for GOLD: Warning of an Imminent Stock Market Crash?

| Joey Frenette

Is Warren Buffett's fresh bet on Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) a sign that another stock market crash could happen amid…

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Extended Travel Restrictions Could Tank Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock More

| Puja Tayal

The Canadian government has extended the U.S.-Canada air travel restrictions to September 21. These restrictions will cost Air Canada (TSX:AC)…

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