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Stocks for Beginners

To learn more about Stocks for Beginners, take a look at our Guide to How to Start Investing in Canada for all the details.

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Stocks for Beginners

Top Recession-Resilient TSX Stocks to Buy With $3,000

| Adam Levy, tmfadam and Adam Othman

It's time to increase your exposure to defensives!

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Just Released: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in February 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Making money investing in stocks is not hard -- often, all you need is patience.

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TFSA Investors: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Motley Fool Stock Advisor's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I…

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Just Released: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in January 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Let’s cut to the chase: It’s absolutely true that shares of Redfin, an online real estate platform, have fallen 93%…

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Just Released: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Our yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go first?”

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Got $1,500? You Can Confidently Add These 3 Stocks to Your Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Do you have $1,500 that you’re hoping to invest? Here are three stocks to add to your portfolio!

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3 Cheap Stocks I’d Buy in Bulk Before a Bull Market Arrives

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

All three of these cheap stocks trade in value territory, and offer up dividends you can lock up before the…

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2 Monster Stocks to Buy Without Any Hesitation

| Puja Tayal

It’s time to buy monster stocks as value stocks trade near their 52-week lows. These stocks can probably double your…

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My 3 Favourite U.S. Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Kay Ng

Canadian investors should diversify in great U.S. stocks of wonderful businesses. Here are a few examples starting with Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN).

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3 Top TSX Stocks That Seem Ready to Break Out

| Vineet Kulkarni

Here are three TSX stocks that have outperformed broader markets.

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3 TSX Stocks I Will “Never” Sell

| Kay Ng

Simplify your investing process and buy quality stocks, like TELUS (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU), that pay good dividends on dips and never sell!

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TFSA Investors: Got $6,000? Here’s How to Power Up Your Portfolio

| Robin Brown

Got $6,000 to invest in your TFSA? Here's three TSX stocks that could power your portfolio (literally) for years to…

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Dividend Stocks

Real Estate: 2 Small-Cap Income-Generating Stocks to Buy Now

| Puja Tayal

Rising interest rates are slowing property price growth, which has made real estate investing more affordable. Here are two small-cap…

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New Investor? Why It’s Smart to Get Started Investing With Little Money

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) is one low risk, dividend stock to consider buying with your first $1,000.

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1 Oversold Stock Buy for a TFSA as a Recession Nears

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master stock seems oversold ahead of a recession that may not be as severe as many expect.

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Why Corus Entertainment Stock Has Lost 20% in the Last 20 Sessions

| Jitendra Parashar

Rising inflationary pressures and continued supply chain issues could affect Corus's stock price movement in the near term.

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Dividend Stocks

What Sets Fortis (TSX:FTS) Stock Apart in Bear Markets

| Vineet Kulkarni

Here's why Fortis is one of the best defensive dividend stocks on the TSX today.

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New to Investing? 3 Top Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Jed Lloren

Are you a new investor hoping to start a stock portfolio? Here are three top stocks every Canadian should own.

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Monday, September 12

| Jitendra Parashar

TSX investors may want to remain cautious ahead of Tuesday’s U.S. inflation report for August.

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New to Investing? 2 Top Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Demetris Afxentiou

New and seasoned investors alike should diversify for long-term income and growth potential. Here are two top stocks every Canadian…

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3 TSX Stocks to Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for TSX stocks to add to your portfolio? Buy these three stocks today and hold them forever!

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How to Easily Turn a $40,000 TFSA or RRSP Into $850,000!

| Robin Brown

Are you looking to build generational wealth? Use your TFSA and RRSP to turn $40,000 into $850,000 or more. Here's…

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Risk-Averse Canadians: Earn Moderate but Safe Income From 2 ETFs

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Risk-averse investors, including beginners, could earn moderate but safe passive income every quarter from two ETFs with lower risk ratings.

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Are You Interested in Getting a Start in the Stock Market? Buy These 3 Stocks!

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that could help you get started in the stock market? Here are three great picks!

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1 of the Safest Canadian Stocks Beginners Can Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Jitendra Parashar

This could be one of the safest stocks for beginners in Canada to buy right now and hold forever.

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Dividend Stocks for Income-Seeking Investors

| Vineet Kulkarni

Is your portfolio ready for an impending recession? Defensive dividend stocks are safer investment options in uncertain times. Here are…

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Got $5,000? 3 Stocks to Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Robin Brown

If you've got $5,000 to invest today, here are three multi-bagger Canadian stocks that have years of potential ahead.

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TFSA Investors: Stop Trying to Invest and Buy These Stocks Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Finding the right stocks to invest in a TFSA doesn’t have to be complicated. If you know what to look…

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3 Crucial Factors to Consider Before You Buy Canadian Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're new to investing and wondering how to pick the right stocks, here are some important factors to consider.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Rogers Communications Stock Fell to 2-Year Lows This Week

| Vineet Kulkarni

Rogers stock looks attractive from a valuation standpoint right now but a lingering deal and heavy debt are concerns for…

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Caution! Air Canada’s Stock Price Recovery Could Run Out of Steam in Q4

| Jitendra Parashar

These key factors suggest that the ongoing price recovery in Air Canada stock could run out of steam in the…

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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Thursday, September 8

| Jitendra Parashar

TSX stocks are likely to remain unpredictable today, as investors continue to react to the Bank of Canada’s latest rate…

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Beginner Investors: How to Invest in Global Value Stocks With ETFs

| Tony Dong

ETFs can be a great way of gaining diversified exposure to value stocks from around the world.

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2 Stocks That Could Grow Your Portfolio Over the Next Decade

| Puja Tayal

The best way to multiply your money is to add the right growth stocks to your diversified portfolio, and hold…

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2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks for Income Investors

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two high-yield dividend stocks that can overcome the headwinds are viable options for income investors.

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3 TSX Stocks I will “Never” Sell

| Demetris Afxentiou

The market is full of great opportunities for investors to buy and hold. Here are three TSX stocks that I…

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Beginner Investors: How to Invest in Canadian Value Stocks with ETFs

| Tony Dong

This low-cost, value-oriented ETF is an excellent pick to form the core of any value investor's portfolio.

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1 Canadian Growth Stock I’d Buy Now to Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Jitendra Parashar

This Canadian growth stock has the potential to continue soaring in the long run.

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How to Start Investing With Little Money

| Tony Dong

ETFs are a great way for beginner investors to start building a portfolio with little capital.

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Better Buy: 2 Stocks or 500 Shares?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Stocks and shares can mean the same thing, although knowing the difference can help you determine the potential returns.

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Got $250? Here’s a Smart Market Bargain for Your RRSP

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia stock seems way too cheap to ignore amid growth's pullback.

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Small Caps to Buy Right Now 

| Puja Tayal

Small-cap stocks can be rewarding but they carry higher risk. Here are two small-caps to consider that have growth potential…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: 3 Amazingly Cheap Infrastructure Stocks (With >5% Yield) to Buy Now

| Puja Tayal

While real estate and infrastructure may not be affordable, the stocks are. Here are three cheap infrastructure stocks to buy.

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3 No-Brainer U.S. Stocks for Canadian Investors

| Aditya Raghunath

Canadian investors can diversify their equity portfolio by purchasing shares of U.S. companies such as Alphabet and Salesforce.

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Is Dollarama Stock a Buy Before its Q2 Earnings Event This Week?

| Jitendra Parashar

Continued strong demand for Dollarama’s affordable goods could help it post strong Q3 financial results.

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Why Bausch Health Stock Has Risen 44% in the Last Month

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are key reasons that have driven a sharp rally in BHC's stock price in the last few weeks.

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TSX Earnings Alert! Top 4 Canadian Stocks to Watch This Week

| Jitendra Parashar

Investors may want to keep a close eye on these four TSX stocks this week, as they gear up to…

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: 3 Simple Reasons to Buy ETFs

| Kay Ng

New investors may keep it simple by starting investing in ETFs to get immediate diversification and keep costs low.

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