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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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Stocks for Beginners

Airline Stocks: Has Air Canada (TSX:AC) Become “Uninvestible” in the Coronavirus Era?

| Joey Frenette

Should Canadians follow Warren Buffett by dumping airline stocks like Air Canada (TSX:AC) given the coronavirus headwinds?

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This Under-the-Radar TSX Stock Just Soared 111% — and Still Has Room to Run!

| Joey Frenette

GoodFood Market Corp. (TSX:FOOD) is a white-hot momentum stock that's still attractively valued amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Is Rallying Over 5%

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Shopify stock rallies, as the company posts strong earnings and as the secular shift to e-commerce accelerates significantly.

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Trust the Market Rally? Buy This Stock

| Ryan Vanzo

The market rally has pushed prices higher, but if you're nervous about another downturn, load up on Hydro One Limited…

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Fortis (TSX:FTS) Stock Is Backed by Another Solid Earnings Result

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Fortis stock ranks high due to the predictability of its revenue and dividend, as demonstrated in its first-quarter earnings result.

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Shopify Stock Just Expanded its Potential Market by $9 Trillion

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock could emerge from 2020 stronger than before. Its recent moves expand its potential market by trillions…

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Bank Stocks

Income Investors: With a 5.5% Yield, TD Bank (TSX:TD) Is a Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

If there is a prolonged economic slowdown, you will need to pick the right bank. Holding a diversified bank like…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Is on an Absolute Tear

| Adam Othman

Shopify has been one of TSX's top growth stock for a while now. Currently, it's also a potent element in…

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Dividend Stocks

Is This Canada’s Most Defensive Dividend Stock?

| Victoria Hetherington

Canadian National Railway Co. (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is one of the most strongly diversified dividend stocks on the TSX. Here’s why else…

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1 Stock to Buy and 1 to Ignore in the COVID-19 Pandemic

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is very volatile amid the COVID-19 uncertainty. It is better to avoid high-risk airline stocks and switch…

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Stock Market Rally in May? 3 Metrics to Watch

| Victoria Hetherington

Stocks like Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) track the economy. Here’s what else to look out for.

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Global Recession: Is It Time to Look at Gold Stocks?

| Andrew Button

If the global recession gets worse, gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) could be good buys.

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After a Solid Q1, Top TSX Gold Stocks Look Set for New Peaks

| Vineet Kulkarni

Strong quarterly earnings along with higher physical gold prices could push TSX gold miner stocks further higher. Should you buy?

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) After its Steep Dividend Cut?

| Vineet Kulkarni

After a steep dividend cut and a record first-quarter loss, what should Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) investors do?

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash 2020: Will Royal Bank of Canada Stock Move Lower?

| Aditya Raghunath

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) stock remains a compelling buy for long-term income investors who seek large but safe dividends.

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Energy Stocks

Canadians: 2 Reasons Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock Is a Steal Today

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and other energy stocks have been pummeled in 2020, but there are positive signs ahead as we…

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Canada’s Loonie Could Plummet: Get Ready for a 60-Cent Dollar

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The depreciation of the loonie is almost certain with the massive financial support the Canadian government is extending during the…

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Stocks: 1 Industry I’d Avoid in 2020

| Daniel Da Costa

With coronavirus here to stay for the foreseeable future, I'd caution investors to avoid buying TSX stocks in this one…

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Stocks: Is This 8.5% Dividend Safe?

| Daniel Da Costa

This top TSX dividend stock is nearly 30% off its 52-week high and offering a juicy 8.5% yield, but is…

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Warren Buffett Is Selling Stocks but STILL Recommends You Buy THIS!

| Andrew Button

Warren Buffett is selling stocks right now but does recommend holding index funds like the Horizons S&P 500 Index Fund…

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2 Reasons Why This TSX Stock Is Ready to Soar

| Sneha Nahata

Want to beat the market and protect your portfolio too? Consider buying this TSX stock.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Bank That’s Still Down 50% From All-Time Highs!

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is a Canadian bank that value investors shouldn't count out if they seek deep value on…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Warren Buffett Expecting a Retest of March 23 Lows?

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is a risky airline stock that Warren Buffett followers ought to avoid as the coronavirus could fuel…

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The #1 Pot Stock to Buy During the Market Rally

| Ryan Vanzo

The market rally has pushed pot stocks higher, but HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO)(NYSE:HEXO) shares still represent an incredible value for patient…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Stocks for TSX Investors to Buy in May

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and two other top TSX stocks are solid buys this month.

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Dividend Stocks

Have $1,000? 1 Top Canadian Defensive Stock Yielding 8% to Buy Today

| Matt Smith

Boost your exposure to defensive stocks. Buy Northwest Healthcare REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) today and lock in an 8% yield.

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Dividend Stocks

The Impact of COVID-19 on 5G TSX Stock Returns

| Debra Ray

Canadian investors should buy BCE Inc (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) stock before the global stock market completes its rebound after the Covid-19 crisis.

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Bank Stocks

Market Crash: Another Chance to Buy Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock

| Kay Ng

There is lots to like about Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) stock, but wait for the crash before buying (more)…

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Warren Buffett’s Top Indicator Shows Another Stock Market Crash Is Due

| Matt Smith

The Buffett indicator highlights that another stock market crash is due.

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Dividend Stocks

Behind Cargojet’s (TSX:CJT) Stock Price Surge

| Debra Ray

You should buy Cargojet (TSX:CJT) stock to profit from quick e-commerce trends rather than Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Market Recovery: Is This Small High-Yield Stock a Buy Today?

| Kris Knutson

Airlines have been crushed, and Exchange Income Corp. (TSX:EIF) was hammered along with the rest. Recently, the high-yield stock has…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: Is a 2nd Round Coming?

| Daniel Da Costa

With North American stock markets rallying as the economy continues to see pain, is a second market crash likely in…

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Will Air Canada (TSX:AC) Get Sued Into Oblivion?

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) already has a lot of problems, now a lawsuit against it threatens even more headaches.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Tech Stocks to Buy for May 2020

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's why investors can consider tech stocks such as Shopify and Amazon right now.

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Why Air Canada (TSX:AC) Is a Future Billionaire’s Top Stock

| Victoria Hetherington

Pundits are bearish on Air Canada (TSX:AC). But contrarians and value investors may find more upside than downside left in…

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Will Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Retest $10 Levels?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Management's gloomy outlook, poor Q1 earnings, and growing COVID-19 uncertainties point to more weakness in Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock.

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Warren Buffett: His Latest Trade Doesn’t Bode Well for Air Canada (TSX:AC)!

| Robin Brown

Warren Buffett just sold his entire U.S. airline holdings. Here are three reasons why this doesn't bode well for Air…

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CRA Temporary Change: Don’t Miss These 2 Tax Updates

| Adam Othman

Amid the coronavirus pandemic and economy being in general disarray, Canadians shouldn’t forget about their tax obligations that are still…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: 3 Reasons Why it Could Go to $0

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors are steering clear of the Air Canada stock. Despite assurances that the airline company can weather the 2020 pandemic,…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $5,000? 2 TFSA Top Picks to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

You should buy Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) and another cheap dividend stock for your TFSA amid the coronavirus crisis.

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