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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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Stocks for Beginners

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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All You Need to Know About Investing in a Recession

| Puja Tayal

A recession creates an opportunity for value investors. Here’s everything you need to know about investing in the current environment.

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New Investors: The 2 Best Options to Earn Regular Passive Income

| Kay Ng

If your goal is to earn regular passive income, select only quality dividend stocks for your investment portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginners: Where to Take Positions in Q3 2022 and Have Peace of Mind

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX’s dividend pioneer and Dividend King are the ultimate stocks for beginners and risk-averse investors.

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2 TSX Stocks That Could Grow Your Portfolio Over the Next Decade

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that could power your portfolio over the next decade? Here are two top TSX stocks!

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Top Passive Income Stocks (With Dividend Yields Over 4%) to Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and CIBC are cheap dividend stocks that are appealing to new passive income investors.

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3 Crucial Numbers to Watch as Canadian Stocks Report Earnings

| Daniel Da Costa

As the majority of Canadian stocks report their earnings over the coming weeks, here is what investors should pay attention…

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2 TSX Stocks to Buy in August 2022

| Puja Tayal

After a dip and rally in the last four months, what does August have to offer investors? Here are two…

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Where to Invest $1,000 for the Next 5 Years

| Kay Ng

Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) has outperformed in the long run. It's the perfect time to buy in this market pullback.

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TFSA Investors: 5 Safe Stocks to Buy in August

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Owning safe stocks won't mean you never see them fall, but it should mean that you'll see them climb when…

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Got $500? 3 Simple TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Jed Lloren

As a new investor, you can get started in the stock market, even with only a small amount of capital.…

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8.1% Inflation Is a Summer Bummer, But You Can Reduce its Impact  

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Earning extra income from two dependable dividend stocks can help reduce the impact of runaway inflation in 2022.

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy, Sell or Hold the Popular Stock You Own?

| Puja Tayal

Do you own a popular stock trading at its high while the overall market is in a downturn? Here’s what…

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The 5-Stock Growth and Income Portfolio

| Demetris Afxentiou

Here’s the ultimate five-stock growth and income portfolio that should appeal to new and seasoned investors alike.

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2 Bargain Stocks You Can Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Looking to build a fortune? Here are two bargain stocks to buy now and own for years and years to…

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Retirees: How to Create Tax-Free Wealth From Passive Income Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA isn't just for new investors; it can be used for retirees to create substantial wealth from passive income…

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Market Slump Got You Down? Buy These 3 Stocks Now!

| Jed Lloren

The market hasn’t been very kind to investors this year. Here are three stocks I’d buy now!

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3 TSX Stocks That are Great Long-Term Picks

| Jed Lloren

Struggling to find stocks to add to your portfolio? These three would make great long-term picks!

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Tourmaline Oil (TSX:TOU) Delights Again With a Massive Special Dividend

| Vineet Kulkarni

Tourmaline Oil amazes again with strong Q2 numbers and another special dividend.

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2 Stocks to Buy This Month

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for great stocks to buy this month? Here are two superb options that can provide some solace in this…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safe Dividend Stocks to Buy for a Market Correction

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TSX recently advanced despite elevated volatility. However, it's not safe to assume this momentum will carry on. Instead, investors…

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3 Stocks I Own and Will Buy More of if They Fall

| Robin Brown

Here's my stock playbook if the TSX stock market begins to fall again.

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: Buy the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, and Dow Jones Industrial Average Via These Index ETFs

| Tony Dong

These ETFs cover the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, and Dow Jones Industrial Average.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Passive Income: 2 Top TSX Dividend Stocks for New Investors

| Andrew Walker

TFSA investors can buy high-yield dividend stocks at cheap prices today for a portfolio targeting reliable passive income.

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Stocks for Beginners

These 2 Canadian Stocks Could Carry Your Portfolio for Years

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that could serve as the cornerstone of your portfolio? Here are two top picks!

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Got $2,000? Here Are 3 Smart TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Got $2,000 to deploy right now? Here are three top stocks to buy before a serious TSX rally!

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2 Top TSX Stocks Look More Attractive After a Recent Correction

| Vineet Kulkarni

Are you buying the dip?

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7 Things to Know Before Investing in Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Investing in stocks can be intimidating, requiring discipline and patience. Here are seven things you should know about stocks before…

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2 Stocks I Want to Buy But Won’t (Yet)

| Demetris Afxentiou

Not all stocks are great buys. Here are two stocks I want to buy that have long-term potential, but I…

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3 Great Stocks With Yields Over 5%

| Demetris Afxentiou

There aren’t many stocks to buy with yields over 5%. Here are three of them that should be part of…

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Energy Stocks

Got $2,000? Here Are 3 Smart TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're a new investor with just $2,000 you're willing to invest, then these should be the top three TSX…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada Stock Tumbles: Buy These 2 Stocks Instead

| Karen Thomas, MSc, CFA

Investors are better-served by buying steady and predictable stocks like Fortis and BCE instead of the wildly volatile Air Canada…

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2 Stocks That Can Double Your Money During an Economic Recovery

| Puja Tayal

The stock market downturn has created an opportunity to buy some growth stocks at an attractive value and double your…

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3 TSX Stocks I Will “Never” Sell

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’re three TSX stocks that I wouldn’t consider selling, despite short-term economic slowdown or market chaos.

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New Investors: The 2 Best Options to Earn Regular Passive Income

| Vineet Kulkarni

What if dividend income takes care of all your expenses?

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Stocks for Beginners

3 All-in-1 ETF Portfolios Beginners Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong

iShares, Vanguard, and BMO asset allocation ETFs are great long-term investments.

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4 Superb Income Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for some superb income stocks? Here are several options to buy now for your portfolio and hold for decades.

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Investors: Replace Your Bank, Tech, and Energy Stocks With These ETFs

| Tony Dong

Got too many stocks to manage? Try replacing some of them with ETFs.

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3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Amid a Looming Recession

| Vineet Kulkarni

Some names could remain resilient in case of a recession.

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2 Tech Stocks That Could Triple Your TFSA Cash in Less Than 5 Years

| Jitendra Parashar

TFSA investors should consider buying these two tech stocks right now. They've already started recovering in July after consistently falling…

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New Investors: Establish an Income Stream Today!

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking to establish an income stream? These three investments can help set your portfolio on a path to achieving a…

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