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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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Dividend Stocks

The Coronavirus and Oil Price Collapse Could Decimate Canada’s Economy, But Don’t Panic

| Matt Smith

Buy attractively valued Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) today and lock in a 5.9% yield.

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Warning: Sell These 3 Stocks Right Away!

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Oil, hotels and cannabis companies with very little cash are likely to suffer under the coronavirus pandemic shutdown. Investors beware.

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Dividend Stocks

Go on the Defensive With These 3 Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

My top 3 defensive plays are Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD), Chorus Aviation (TSX:CHR) and Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B).

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Out of Toilet Paper? This Toiler Paper Stock Has More for Investors

| Vineet Kulkarni

You have to buy toilet paper. Here's why you should also buy this toilet paper stock!

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Top TSX Stocks: 2 Canadian Heavyweights That Lost 50% This Week

| Vineet Kulkarni

Top TSX stocks are trading at multi-year lows. Read this before you initiate a position.

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Coronavirus Market Crash: Where to Invest $3,000 Right Now?

| Aditya Raghunath

The coronavirus-led market crash has sent shares of Lightspeed Inc lower by 73% from its record high, making it an…

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1 Tech Stock Defying All Market Crash Logic

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This tech stock has been making gains as everything around it drops, and no, it's not Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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The Coronavirus Market: How to Buy TSX Stocks and Beat the Crash

| Victoria Hetherington

The stock market is crashing. Here’s why buying stocks like Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) could beat the coronavirus market.

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Market Selloff: 1 Dividend-Growth Stock at a Bargain Price!

| Robin Brown

As markets continue to sell off, add this quality dividend-growth stock to your wish list.

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COVID-19 Casualty: 1 Cheap TSX Stock to Buy for the Long Term

| Amit Singh

Spin Master stock is an attractive long-term play. Do you know why?

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Forget the Market Crash: Buy This TSX Stock for a 2020 Stock Market Rally

| Victoria Hetherington

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is a standout stock that defies downturns. Here’s why you should buy and forget the market…

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Cheap Dividend Stocks That Can Survive Coronavirus

| Ryan Vanzo

Cheap dividend stocks like Hydro One Limited (TSX:H) and Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (TSX:FFH) offer solid payouts and durable business…

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TSX Index Crash: How Much Pain Is Left?

| Vishesh Raisinghani

The TSX Index has lost more than $1 trillion in value due to the coronavirus pandemic. But the bottom could…

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2020 Market Crash: The Stock Market Rout Is Far From Over, But Don’t Panic

| Matt Smith

There is further carnage ahead for markets with airline, entertainment, and retail stocks among the most vulnerable.

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1 Canadian Defensive Stock to Buy!

| Jared Seguin

With the recent market crash taking its toll on investors, many are seeking solid defensive stocks. This TSX stock is…

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2 Pot Stocks That Can Survive the Coronavirus Crash

| Ryan Vanzo

Pot stocks like Cronos Group Inc (TSX:CRON)(NASDAQ:CRON) have a major advantage that few competitors possess.

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2020 Stock Market Crash: Do Not Fear: We’ve Been Here Before

| Kay Ng

The 2020 stock market crash is not over, but investors need to stay calm. Read on to find out more!

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Get Ready for a Bear Market More Brutal Than 2008

| Matt Smith

Buy Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) today and lock in a 9.7% yield.

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COVID-19 Outbreak: 2 Cheap Healthcare Stocks to Buy Now

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The COVID-19 outbreak has put the spotlight on healthcare and on promising companies like VieMed Healthcare Inc. (TSX:VMD)(NASDAQ:VMD).

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2 Gold Stocks Surpassing Pre-Market Crash Levels

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gold has been touted as the one industry investors should buy in bulk, but if you're going to I would…

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Coronavirus Could Demolish These 2 Dividend Stocks

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Dividend stocks like Vermilion Energy (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) could be at risk from the ongoing economic shutdown and coronavirus pandemic.

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Stock Market Crash 2020: Buying in Steps Is a Good Idea

| Amit Singh

Accumulating quality stocks in steps seems a fair idea to me amid the market selloff.

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Market Crash Report: 3 Stocks Hitting 52-Week Lows to Pounce On

| Brian Pacampara, CFA

Hunting for a bargain? This group of beaten-down stocks, including Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ), might provide the value you're looking…

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Energy Stocks

Market Crash: This Top TSX Stock Is at 8-Year Lows. Will You Buy?

| Vineet Kulkarni

A top TSX stock with a unique set of assets in a near-monopoly environment. Will you buy?

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Tech Stocks

Coronavirus Bear Market: Where to Invest $5,000 Right Now?

| Aditya Raghunath

Is it time to consider defensive stocks like Telus and BCE Inc amid the coronavirus driven bear market?

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TFSA Investors: 3 Stocks That Could Double in a Market Comeback

| Joey Frenette

TFSA investors should look to buy stocks like Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) amid the market meltdown.

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Retirees: Do This to Protect Your RRSP From the 2020 Stock Market Crash!

| Andrew Button

Utility stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can be great plays right now.

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2 TSX Tech Stocks To Consider As the COVID-19 Rages On

| Aditya Raghunath

Here's why Canadian investors can consider tech stocks such as Morneau Shepell for their portfolio. 

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Energy Stocks

Energy Market Turmoil: Further Carnage Ahead for Oil Stocks

| Matt Smith

Avoid heavily indebted oil stocks such as Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) in the current environment.

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Stock Market Crash: The 1 Industry That’s Already on the Rebound

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Stock market crash? What stock market crash? This industry already seems to be recession proof even during today's doomsday scenario.

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Warren Buffett’s Advice on How Investors Should Respond to a Super-Contagious Disease

| Keith Speights

The Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, has given some words of wisdom on exactly what you should do during the…

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Market Crash 2020: 3 Defensive Stocks to Buy

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

The 2020 market crash has worsened this week, which means investors may want to consider top defensive stocks like Loblaw…

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Coronavirus Crash: It’s Time to Buy Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks

| Joey Frenette

The coronavirus crash wiped out a tonne of wealth but brought with it plentiful opportunities for dividend investors seeking to…

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3 Stocks to Buy if the Coronavirus Scare Gets Worse

| Andrew Button

Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) stock should make it through the coronavirus scare unscathed.

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This TSX Stock Could Gain Over 75% Once Coronavirus Panic Ebbs

| Aditya Raghunath

The coronavirus pandemic will have a huge impact on auto sales in 2020. However, investors can consider undervalued stocks, including…

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Coronavirus: Are Healthcare REITs the Safest Option?

| Vishesh Raisinghani

Healthcare REITs, like NorthWest Healthcare REIT (TSX:NWH.UN), could help shareholders protect their wealth during this market crash.

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Coronavirus Market Crash: 2 Safe-Haven Stocks to Buy as Recession Looms

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) and another dirt-cheap bargain did not deserve to be punished this week.

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Coronavirus Crash: A Top Stock to Buy Amid the Vicious Sell-Off

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is the perfect cure to an undiversified portfolio that's getting crushed right now.

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3 TSX Stocks to Buy if the Coronavirus Selloff Gets Worse

| Andrew Button

If the coronavirus panic turns into an all-out recession, Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) stock may benefit.

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Contra Strategy: 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Amid Coronavirus Jitters

| Vineet Kulkarni

Strong earnings growth prospects and insanely cheap valuation deserve a look at these two stocks.

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