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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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3 Reasons Why Rising Interest Rates Impact Canadian Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

As interest rates have started increasing lately, Canadian stocks have been selling off. Here are three reasons why that's not…

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Should You Buy a Home or Invest in Stocks?

| Kay Ng

If you have a long-term investment horizon, you can consider investing in solid stocks to help with making a bigger…

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2 Dependable TSX Stocks I’d Buy in a Volatile Market

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Don’t let the market’s volatility keep you from investing today. Here are two top TSX stocks to add to your…

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The Return of Volatility: Now What?

| Demetris Afxentiou

There are plenty of great stocks to help offset a bumpy ride.

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3 Smart TSX Stocks for TFSA Investors to Buy

| Vineet Kulkarni

TFSA Investors: Where should you invest this year's $6,000?

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2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Trading With P/E Ratios Under 10

| Daniel Da Costa

While several Canadian stocks are cheap these days after the recent volatility, these two Canadian stocks are easily some of…

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Is Air Canada Stock Worth Buying Today?

| Jitendra Parashar

Despite rising geopolitical tensions and higher fuel prices, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock could still be worth considering for the long…

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How to Create a Complete “Lazy” Stock Portfolio With Just 4 BMO ETFs

| Tony Dong

Want a cheap, effective, and hands-off approach to investing? Give this article a read.

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3 Quick Tips for Beginner Investors Interested in Dividend Stocks

| Kay Ng

Keep these tips in mind when you invest in dividend stocks: h. Have a long-term investing mindset, diversify, and pay…

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Canadian Stocks: 3 Common Investing Mistakes You’ll Want to Avoid

| Daniel Da Costa

No matter if you just started buying Canadian stocks or have been investing for years, here are three of the…

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Make Your Portfolio Correction Resistant With 3 Canadian Stocks

| Puja Tayal

The stock market has something for everyone. Take advantage of this diversity and reduce portfolio downside with three stocks.

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Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in Large-Cap Stocks

| Tony Dong

Investing in small-cap stocks might be a reliable way of beating the market over the long run.

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Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong

The U.S. has a great stock market, but long-term investors should also look outside it for returns. Here’s why.

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Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in Canadian Stocks

| Tony Dong

Canada has a great stock market, but long-term investors should also look outside it for returns. Here's why.

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3 Warren Buffett Quotes to Make You a Better Investor

| Daniel Da Costa

These three quotes from Warren Buffett include some of the best advice you can get on how to buy and…

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CP Stock or CNR Stock: Which Railway Looks Better Before Earnings?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CNR (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) stock and CP (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) stock both have earnings due, so what should investors know before diving in?

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Beginner Investors: 3 TSX 60 Stocks to Watch Next Week!

| Robin Brown

If you are a new investor, you will likely want to own some TSX 60 stocks. Here are three with…

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What Is a Registered Account, and What Stocks Should You Hold in 1?

| Jed Lloren

Are you having trouble understanding what a registered account is? Here are the basics!

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Canadian REITs vs. U.S. REITs: Which Are Better Buys for Canadians?

| Puja Tayal

Are you a Canadian considering investing in U.S. REITs? Before you buy a foreign REIT, understand the tax implications.

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The 2 Best Canadian Stocks for DIY Investors Right Now

| Robin Brown

There are many advantages to being a do-it-yourself (DIY) investor. Here's two top Canadian stocks that are perfect for long-term…

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New Investors: 1 Trick to Make Millions the Safe Way

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

New investors need this one trick if they're going to make millions by the time they retire. And it's absolutely…

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TFSA Investors: 3 Blue-Chip Stocks to Get Your Portfolio Started

| Jed Lloren

Are you trying to start a stock portfolio in your TFSA? These three blue-chip stocks are must-buys!

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TFSA Investors: 2 TSX Stocks That Could Make an Incredible Fortune

| Robin Brown

Don't waste your Tax-Free Savings Account by using "high-interest" savings accounts. Buy great TSX stocks to build your fortune!

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2 Top Dividend Stocks for Beginner Investors

| Adam Othman

Start investing on the right foot by securing these two top dividend-paying stocks in your investment portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners: 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today

| Vineet Kulkarni

Where should you invest when global growth looks uncertain?

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5 Perks of Saving and Investing Early

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Saving and investing early has perks that should lead to financial stability and a comfortable lifestyle in retirement.

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The 4 Best Canadian Stocks to Kickstart Your Equity Portfolio

| Puja Tayal

This is the right time to start investing in some Canadian stocks, as certain short-term events are hindering their long-term…

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RRSP Investors: Why You Should Plan to Hit Your Contribution Limit Right Now!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

RRSP investors get more benefits than just saving for retirement when they meet their contribution limit. Taxes come down, cash…

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Beginner Investors: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Just Invest in Growth Stocks

| Tony Dong

Most new investors who started in the last few years tend to overweight growth stocks. Here's why that's not the…

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2 Dependable Stocks to Buy in a Volatile Market

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Here are two TSX stocks that Canadian investors should be buying if they’re concerned about volatility.

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Want Your Money to Make More Money? Start Investing in Q2 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

First timers in the stock market can have their money make more money in 2022 like seasoned investors through dividend…

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Got Cash? Here’s Why a Stock Market Selloff Is Not Such a Bad Thing

| Daniel Da Costa

Often, investors fear a stock market selloff, because their stocks may lose value. However, if you have cash, this could…

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3 Beginner Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Adam Othman

There are many tried-and-tested “easy” stocks that make for healthy forever holdings for both seasoned and beginner investors.

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3 Top Canadian Beginner Stocks for 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians who are new to investing have three excellent beginner stocks to choose from in Q2 2022.

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1 Simple Investing Strategy for Investors Seeking Easy Wealth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian investors seeking an easy path to wealth just need these to things to get there. And this strategy is…

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Are You a Stock Market Novice? Here Are 3 Stocks You Should Buy Today

| Jed Lloren

Are you a new investor struggling to create your portfolio? Here are three stocks you should buy today!

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3 Blue-Chip TSX Stocks for Beginners to Buy Right Now

| Vineet Kulkarni

Consider these three Canadian bigwigs for the long term.

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Don’t Own a Home Yet? Invest in Housing Through Cheap Canadian REITs Instead

| Kay Ng

Don't feel left out if you don't own a home. You can invest more strategically in discounted Canadian REITs instead…

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3 Top Canadian Stocks for Beginners in April 2022

| Robin Brown

Market downturns are a perfect time to start investing. Here are three stocks that are great fits for a beginner…

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Got $400? 4 Top TSX Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Nicholas Dobroruka

With less than $400 today, Canadian investors can own this entire basket of four top TSX stocks.

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