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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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Dividend Stocks

This TSX Growth Stock Is a Must-Buy in April

| Daniel Da Costa

This top TSX stock is the perfect businesses to help you weather the current market environment and compound your capital…

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Better Buy: New iPhone SE vs. Air Canada Stock

| Brian Paradza, CFA

The new Apple iPhone SE arrives after a market crash; will you buy the new gadget or invest the “capital”…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: The Best Thing You Can Do With $1,000 Today

| Vineet Kulkarni

Particularly after the market crash, some of the high-quality businesses are looking insanely cheap and poised for stable growth going…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Forget Bombardier Stock and Buy Fortis Instead!

| Aditya Raghunath

Why TFSA investors need to secure their portfolio by investing in recession-proof stocks.

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TSX Stocks: 2 Canadian Bigwigs That Lost 50% in the COVID-19 Crash

| Vineet Kulkarni

These 2 top TSX stocks have fallen to their multi-year low levels amid the brutal coronavirus market crash. Will you…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash Alert: Is It Time to Buy Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)?

| Aditya Raghunath

As the stock market remains volatile, the Canadian National Railway stock could be an ideal buy for investors right now.

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Energy Stocks

Is Suncor (TSX:SU) a Must-Buy at $20?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) took a major hit with the recent crash, but now could be a great time to…

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A Top Stock to Buy if the Coronavirus Pandemic Crashes the TSX Index Again

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) looks like a must-buy bargain, as the coronavirus pandemic continues wreaking havoc on the economy.

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Bank Stocks

Market Crash: How to Turn $69,500 Into $1,000,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) is the perfect defensive stock during a market crash, and it could make you a…

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Buy TSX “Green Power” Stocks for Safer Long-Term Returns

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why green power stocks like Northland Power Inc. (TSX:NPI) could be a safer long-term bet than the hydrocarbon industry.

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Market Crash: Hedge Your Portfolio With These 2 Top Growth Stocks

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The stock market crash of 2020 has led to the emergence of new defensive industries. Take a hard look at…

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Will the Canadian Housing Market Crash in 2020?

| Joey Frenette

Could the coronavirus pandemic trigger the Canadian housing market crash that some of us have been expecting over the years?

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2 Market Crash Mistakes That Can Cause Financial Ruin

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors that allow emotions like fear and greed to rule investing decisions could be making a big mistake.

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TFSA Investors: Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) a Buy Before the Economy Recovers?

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) is starting to look like a must-buy stock after its massive fall from grace.

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investing: Dividend Cuts Are Accelerating

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Income investing is no longer the safe haven it once was. Even Canadian Dividend Aristocrats are cutting or suspending the…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC): Get Ready for Warren Buffett

| Ryan Vanzo

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has fallen by two-thirds since the market crash began. If you connect the dots, a Warren…

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Coronavirus Will Crush Cannabis Stocks: An Industry Reckoning Is Looming

| Matt Smith

Coronavirus will cause bankruptcies among cannabis stocks to soar with Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) appearing particularly exposed.

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Market Crash Alert: Telus (TSX:T) Stock Just Plunged 33%

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

After falling 33%, Telus Corp. (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is already on its way back up. Now is the time to buy this…

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Stock Market Crash: 1 Sector That’s SOARED in 2020

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The stock market crash in March pummeled many industries, but gold miners like Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) have managed to…

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Market Rebound: Where to Invest $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A rebound could already be underway, so investing in a stock like Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (TSX:VFV) could be…

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Energy Stocks

Is Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock a Buy After the OPEC Oil Price Boost?

| Victoria Hetherington

Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) has long been an energy sector favourite, with its wide-moat model and tasty dividend. But is it…

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Stocks for Beginners

Market Recovery: 1 Lesson You Should NEVER Forget

| Joey Frenette

Timing the market is a sucker's game, and so too is trying to time the bottom of a market to…

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Bank Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 TSX Stocks to Bank On

| Jared Seguin

With stocks trading lower, long-term investors can pick up shares of TSX stocks for cheap. Which of these 2 bank…

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Warren Buffett Did This 1 Smart Thing During the 2008 Market Crash

| Adam Othman

The Air Canada stock could be a worthwhile asset to consider investing in during the ongoing market crash based on…

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Market Crash 2020: Sorry Folks, You’ve Missed the Bottom

| Nelson Smith

Stocks will not retest the lows set a couple weeks ago. But there are still many bargains -- including BSR…

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Dividend Stocks

Danger: Is Now the Time to Sell the Canadian Banks?

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is one of the Canadian banks that investors may need to take a second look at…

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2 TSX Stocks to Stay Away From in the Current Market

| Aditya Raghunath

Why you need to avoid Air Canada and one other stock right now.

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Energy Stocks

No Respite for Vermilion Energy (TSX:VET) Investors

| Vineet Kulkarni

Vermilion Energy (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) announced the suspension of its dividends. The stock has already been in a free fall. What should…

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Why Now Is the Time to Buy Stocks

| Stephanie Bedard-Chateauneuf, MBA

It's time to buy stocks, as they haven't been that cheap in years. Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) is a quality stock…

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Could Aphria (TSX:APHA) Be a Millionaire Maker Stock?

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's why Aphria stock remains a solid long-term bet for cannabis investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Restaurant Stocks: Top Dividend Heavyweights to Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and other restaurant stocks that could have deep value for contrarian income investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $6,000? Then Buy These 2 TSX Stocks When They Are Cheap

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's why investing in energy giants like Suncor and Pembina can boost long-term investor wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

Forever Stocks: 1 Top TSX Dividend-Payer to Buy and Hold

| Victoria Hetherington

Here’s why names like Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) are among the best forever stocks for TSX investors right now.

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Stock Market Crash: “Doom and Gloom” Bank Now Says the Bottom Is in!

| Andrew Button

With banks now changing their doom and gloom forecasts, could stocks like CargoJet Inc (TSX:CJT) be buys?

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Don’t Invest in Cruise Lines: Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) Instead

| Matt Smith

Despite trading at multi-decade lows and significant insider buying, cruise lines like Carnival (NYSE:CCL) are highly unattractive investments, particularly compared…

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Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC): Why I’m Buying Chorus Aviation (TSX:CHR) Instead

| Nelson Smith

I'd much rather buy Chorus Aviation (TSX:CHR) shares today, rather than Air Canada (TSX:AC). Here's why I like the lesser-known…

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Follow Warren Buffett’s Advice After the Stock Market Crash

| Peter Stephens

Buying undervalued stocks could boost your long-term financial prospects.

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1 Dirt-Cheap Stock Should Be Your Top Pick Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Utilities and grocery stocks are great for a defensive investment, but its crop nutrients that are a cheap and stable…

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Buy Alert: This TSX REIT Is Set to Profit From Soaring E-Commerce Demand

| Cindy Dye

Many REITs will suffer substantial losses in the coming months as retail tenants demand reduced rent during this pandemic. But…

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Bankruptcies Ahead for Troubled Cannabis Stocks: Is HEXO (TSX:HEXO) Next?

| Matt Smith

Difficult market conditions, lack of access to credit, and growing financial pressures will cause the bankruptcy rate for cannabis stocks…

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