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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

Canadian REITs Yielding Above 20%

| Mat Litalien, MBA

Canadian REITs have been hit hard by COVID-19 mitigation efforts. Be warned however, chasing yield can lead to future dividend…

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Tech Stocks

Market Crash: How to Turn $5,000 Into $110,000

| Kay Ng

Continue investing through this market crash in wonderful businesses like Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) to get to $110,000 sooner.

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Why Air Canada Stock Price Lagged the TSX by 207% in March

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

The Air Canada stock price is in the midst of its biggest crisis ever, and as the company struggles to…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Did Brookfield Renewable (TSX:BEP.UN) Stock Fall 29%?

| Ryan Vanzo

Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) stock has been punished, but this could be a long-term buying opportunity.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy TSX Stocks Like BCE (TSX:BCE), but Avoid This Major Mistake

| Daniel Da Costa

Buying top TSX stocks like BCE Inc (TSX:BCE) in this environment is prudent; however, investors should be cognizant not to…

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Market Crash: How to Invest $6,000 Now

| Jared Seguin

The recent market crash has sent blue-chip stocks barreling lower. TFSA investors with extra cash can take advantage of this…

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2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy for a Coronavirus Recession

| Victoria Hetherington

Looking for top TSX stocks that could beat a coronavirus recession? Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and at least one other stock…

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Market Crash 2020: 2 Top TSX REITS

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX REITs have been overlooked by investors and now present significant opportunities for long-term value investors.

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Warren Buffett: What’s the Deal With Berkshire Hathaway’s (NYSE:BRK.B) Airline Divestments?

| Joey Frenette

Warren Buffett's latest airline share sale is confusing, but I still don't think Canadians should ditch Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B).

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Dividend Cuts: How to Avoid Them in a Crash

| Joey Frenette

Income investors should invest in steady dividend heavyweights like Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) to avoid dividend cuts.

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Market Crash: Diversify Your Portfolio Today

| Kris Knutson

Diversifying across geographies and industries is a great way to protect your portfolio. Consider using a high-income ETF such as…

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TSX Stocks: 2 Canadian Heavyweights Yielding 8%

| Vineet Kulkarni

These 2 top TSX stocks not only offer higher dividend yields but strong growth potential as well for the long…

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Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) Just Became the Best Bank for Your Buck

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is a ridiculously cheap dividend king to buy amid the coronavirus crash.

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Market Crash 2020: Buying These 2 Stocks Today Could Make You a Millionaire

| David Jagielski

The market crash has made Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and this other stock scorching-hot bargains.

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Crude Oil Market Crash 2020: Alberta Might Never Recover

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Alberta is in a precarious state, but the investment in the Keystone pipeline project is a must to ensure its…

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COVID-19: Brace for a 30% Drop in Canada’s Housing Market

| Andrew Button

A Canadian housing market crash could be bad news for RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN).

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Dividend Stocks

Brookfield Infrastructure (TSX:BIP.UN) Stock Just Plunged: Time to Buy

| Ryan Vanzo

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) has built a long-term business. The latest downturn is a buying opportunity.

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Worried About a Market Crash? Buy This Stock Now!

| Ryan Vanzo

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) stock has the opportunity to grow even stronger throughout the market crash.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Great Canadian Stocks to Buy With Social Distancing Built In

| Victoria Hetherington

Great Canadian stocks like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and three others have been resilient during the market crash. Here’s why they’re…

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Market Crash: 2 Screaming Buys

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The coronavirus may have sent stocks plummeting, but there are some that don't deserve the dip in share price. Here…

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Energy Stocks

Market Crash: Become a Millionaire Millennial in 20 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you aren't already invested in Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA), this market crash gives the perfect opportunity to reach millionaire…

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$6,000 in This Stock Could Deliver $399 in Passive Income

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Passive-income investors should take a closer look at TransAlta Renewables (TSX:RNW).

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock an Upside Machine in Disguise?

| Victoria Hetherington

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is a falling knife. But has it hit the bottom, and just how much upside could it…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: Is Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) Stock About to Implode?

| Ryan Vanzo

Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) has been hit by the market crash, pushing its dividend up to 8.8%. The worst…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Are Cutting the Dividend

| Mat Litalien, MBA

The bear market of 2020 has not only led to depressed stock prices but companies are slashing the dividend. This…

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Dividend Stocks

Could Telus (TSX:T) Make You Rich in a Downturn?

| Joey Frenette

Should you buy Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) for its rich dividend and compelling defensive growth runway?

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Retire Rich: 3 Crash Stocks to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It seems odd, but now is the best time to think about retirement with these three stocks perfect for investors…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) or CIBC (TSX:CM)?

| Joey Frenette

Should you buy Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) or CIBC (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) after the recent coronavirus-driven market crash?

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The Market Crash Has Made This Toy Company a Top Pick

| Chris MacDonald

Investing in a toy company in a bear market may seem loony. Read Chris MacDonald's take on why now is…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top TSX Stocks to Invest $5,000 in This April

| Victoria Hetherington

You may have $5,000 to invest this month, or you may have $1,000. From Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) to four other…

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How to Retire as a Passive Landlord in This Market Crash

| Kay Ng

The market crash allows investors to buy high-yield REITs at super attractive valuations. Become a passive landlord to enjoy their…

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3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy in a Bear Market

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's why Fortis and two other stocks are well poised to recover in the current bear market.

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No Savings at 50? I’d Buy Cheap Dividend Stocks After the Market Crash

| Peter Stephens

Purchasing dividend stocks right now could boost your retirement prospects.

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Market Crash: Why Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Plunged 68%

| Ryan Vanzo

The market crash has caused Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock to crater by nearly 70%. The coronavirus is clearly to blame,…

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Market Crash: Here Is How You Can Turn $20,000 Into $1 Million!

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Investors should look for opportunities after the market crash, as stocks like National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) boast tremendous value…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash Alert: Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) Stock Just Plunged 27%

| Ryan Vanzo

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) was once one of Canada's most reliable stocks. The recent market crash has put that…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Should You Buy the Dip in April?

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and the whole airline industry is facing a massive crisis, but this may be just the right…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash: 2 TSX Stocks I’ve Doubled Down On

| Daniel Da Costa

A stock market crash can bring a lot of quality opportunities for long-term investors who have the cash to invest,…

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Dividend Stocks

What the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918 Tells Us About the Stock Market

| Andrew Button

Despite the economic effects of the Spanish Flu, the Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) still paid its dividend.

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Tech Stocks

Buying Opportunity: 3 TSX Stocks Are Down Over 50%

| Aditya Raghunath

Stocks such as Lightspeed and CI Financial have lost considerable market value in the market sell-off and are trading at…

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