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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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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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Looking for a Diversified Portfolio? Start Here

| Demetris Afxentiou

Establishing a portfolio of great investments isn’t as hard as it sounds. New investors looking for a diversified portfolio can…

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3 Strategies to Survive Another Interest Rate Hike

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With interest rate hikes continuing, here's how Canadian investors can protect themselves, create income, and set themselves up for growth.

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TFSA Investors: 2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

With the market down, now is a great time to buy and hold these top stocks in a TFSA portfolio…

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New Investors: 2 Solid Dividend Stocks to Buy in This Market Downturn

| Kay Ng

Market downturns are good opportunities for investors to buy shares in quality dividend stocks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

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4 TSX Stocks to Pick Up During a Market Correction

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Don't let a market correction get you down. Consider these four TSX stocks that have decades of growth ahead of…

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Are Stocks a Better Investment Than Bonds in a Recession?

| Puja Tayal

A global recession could be near, as war keeps energy and commodity prices elevated and as interest rate hikes affect…

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1 Stock for Solid Growth and Recurring Income

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want stocks that can provide both solid growth and recurring income? Look no further, as a single stock can cater…

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Newcomers: Your Stock Choices Are Keys to Success in 2022 and Beyond

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The financial success of newcomers to the TSX depends highly on their stock choices.

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Consider a Tasty Food Stock This Summer

| Demetris Afxentiou

Looking for a tasty food stock to add to your portfolio this summer? Here’s an option to consider that has…

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1 TSX Stock to Start Making $300/Month in Reliable Passive Income Today

| Jitendra Parashar

A recent dip in this TSX dividend stock could be an opportunity for investors to buy it at a bargain…

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Top TSX Stocks to Buy for Beginners Amid a Market Correction

| Vineet Kulkarni

Not all steeply corrected stocks are a buy!

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Which Stocks Should You Buy, Hold, or Sell in a Market Crash?

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is in a free fall, down 6% in five days. Such momentum raises fears of a market…

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TFSA or RRSP: How to Turn Your $10,000 Into $100,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are growth stocks, and then there are these stable growth stocks on the TSX today that could see your…

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TFSA Holders Should Avoid This BIG Mistake if the Stock Market Crashes

| Jitendra Parashar

Many TFSA investors tend to get nervous amid a market crash and sell their stock holdings in big losses, missing…

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New Investors: 2 Top Stocks Are Better Buys Than the Market in a Recession

| Kay Ng

New investors can start investing in Berkshire Hathaway and Brookfield Asset Management now, as they're starting to look attractive.

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Is Air Canada Stock Price Headed to $15 Per Share?

| Jitendra Parashar

New emerging macro challenges could further delay Air Canada’s post-pandemic financial recovery and take its stock lower.

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New Investors: Buy These 3 Blue-Chip Stocks

| Jed Lloren

Are you worried about the state of the stock market? Rely on these three blue-chip stocks!

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Warren Buffett’s Top Investing Strategies for New Investors

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Even new investors know about Warren Buffett, but here are the main strategies you need to know before starting to…

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2 Dependable TSX Stocks to Buy in a Volatile Market

| Nicholas Dobroruka

The Canadian stock market has been ruthless as of late. Despite the volatility, here are two dependable TSX stocks I’ve…

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Looking to Buy Canadian Stocks Today? Here Are 5 Ratios to Help Mitigate Your Risk

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy Canadian stocks while they're cheap, here are five key ratios that will help you mitigate…

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Canadian Investors: It’s a Great Time to Buy These Stocks for Your TFSA!

| Robin Brown

The best time to load up on top Canadian stocks is in a correction. Here's two perfect stocks for your…

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2 Friendly Stocks for Beginner TFSA Investors

| Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) and Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) are beginner-friendly stocks that Canadian investors may wish to buy for a…

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How to Build Your 1st Investment Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Are you thinking of starting your first investment portfolio? Today’s a great time to start. Here’s how you should do…

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Canadian Investors: How to Prepare for the Next Recession

| Robin Brown

Worried about a potential recession? Here are a few ways to prepare your finances and investment portfolio to survive and…

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Low-Income Earners: How to Create a TFSA Portfolio From $0

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Low-income earnings can create a massive portfolio over a few decades without breaking the bank, even if they have $0…

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How to Turn a $1,000 TFSA Into $10,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are a lot of growth stocks to consider as the market rebounds, but these could grow 10-fold in a…

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New Investors: How to Prepare for a Recession

| Kay Ng

Keep buying stocks driven by great businesses on market dips. Think CN Rail, Brookfield, and RBC. And invest for the…

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Sitting on Cash? 3 Top TSX Stocks for Beginners

| Vineet Kulkarni

Here are three Canadian names that offer handsome growth prospects.

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Interested in Starting a TFSA? Here Are 3 Stocks I’d Buy Today

| Jed Lloren

Are you trying to start an investment portfolio? Here are three picks to help you get started.

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Here’s How to Easily Turn a $20,000 TFSA Portfolio Into $400,000

| Robin Brown

Want to build life-changing wealth? Here's how a Tax-Free Savings Account could turn $20,000 into $400,000 sooner than you think.

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How to Turn a $10,000 TFSA Into $100,000

| Kay Ng

Maximize your TFSA and enjoy tax-free returns by saving as much as you can and investing in solid dividend stocks…

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How to Turn a $50,000 TFSA Into $500,000 in 10 Years

| Puja Tayal

The TFSA is a perfect instrument to build wealth in the stock market. Here’s a value investing way to grow…

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Millennials: Create a Million-Dollar Portfolio for Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Millennials can reach millionaire status by retirement by investing in one solid stock and reinvesting on a consistent basis.

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Beginner Investors: 1 TSX Financial Stock to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) stock looks incredibly cheap after falling into a correction alongside the broader stock market.

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Should You Buy Cineplex (TSX:CGX)?

| Demetris Afxentiou

Cineplex has endured a lot in the past two years. Should you invest in it?

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Want a Deal? Now Is a Great Time to Grab These TSX Stocks!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TFSA investors can put their contribution room to work by picking up these valuable TSX stocks, including Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU).

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3 Stocks New Investors Should Buy Today

| Jed Lloren

Are you trying to get started in the stock market? Here are three stocks new investors should buy today!

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3 TSX Stocks to Be Greedy About — Not Fearful

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stable TSX stocks are perfect for Canadians worried about losses on the TSX today but want in on the…

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Want to Start Investing? 2 of the Best Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to start investing today, these two stocks are some of the safest and best businesses you can…

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2 of the Best TSX Stocks I’d Buy in June 2022

| Jitendra Parashar

These two top TSX stock picks for June 2022 could help you get solid returns on your investment in the…

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