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Stocks for Beginners

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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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2 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Before a Big Rally

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks have sold off recently. Before they inevitably rebound again, they are two of the…

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This Beginner-Friendly Stock Could Outperform “Sexy Stocks” in 2022

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a boring dividend stock that could actually finish the year much higher than the sexy growth stocks…

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2 Beginner TSX Stocks to Buy in a Volatile Market

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Canadians looking to invest in a volatile market should have these two top TSX stocks on their watch lists in…

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Is Shopify Stock Overdue for a Big Correction to the Upside?

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a great company, but tough times have caused shares to implode. When it bounces, the correction to…

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3 Canadian Stocks Analysts Think Can Gain at Least 50% Over the Next Year

| Daniel Da Costa

According to analysts, these three Canadian stocks offer investors some of the best value in the highly volatile market environment…

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Young Investors: Warren Buffett’s Returns Prove That Now Is the Time to Start Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

Let's look at how much money we could make in a TFSA, earning Buffett-like returns over a long time horizon.

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TFSA Investors: 3 Canadian REITs to Buy for Monthly Income

| Kay Ng

If you want passive monthly income, consider owning quality Canadian REITs in your Tax-Free Savings Account!

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3 Top Stocks to Buy in March While They’re Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

With many stocks on the market selling off considerably, here are three of the top growth stocks to buy in…

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CP Rail Stock: Bill Ackman Is Buying; Why You Should, Too

| Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP)(NYSE:CP) looks undervalued following news that bilionaire investor Bill Ackman punched his ticket into the name.

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Low-Risk Investors: These Are the Safest Bond ETFs to Buy as Interest Rates Rise

| Tony Dong

Investors with a low risk tolerance should consider buying one of these bond ETFs.

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My Top 3 ETFs for March 2022

| Puja Tayal

In times of crisis, index ETFs are a good option. They give you exposure to large-cap stocks that have withstood…

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Interested in Investing? Now Is a Great Time to Get Started

| Jed Lloren

With the market continuing to trade downward, new investors have an opportunity to buy shares at very cheap prices. Here…

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2 Dependable TSX Stocks to 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 that should be on…

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Low-Risk Investors: 3 Ways to Create the Classic 60/40 Portfolio

| Tony Dong

The 60/40 investment portfolio is ideal for investors seeking a balanced approach with lower risk.

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New Investor? 1 Great Starter Stock to Buy Right Now Amid Market Panic

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is so severely undervalued that I think new investors should look to buy on recent weakness.

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How Top Canadian Companies Are Responding to the Russia-Ukraine Crisis

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s how the top Canadian companies are showing solidarity with Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

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Why Now (Yes, Now!) Is the Best Time to Invest

| Kay Ng

The stock market will go up and down. Here's why you should invest immediately to help secure your financial future!

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New to Investing? Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Buy TSX Stocks

| Robin Brown

Are you a new investor? Here's why buying top-quality TSX stocks in a bear market is one of the best…

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Is Now the Best Time to Buy Stocks Since the Start of the Pandemic?

| Daniel Da Costa

With several high-quality Canadian stocks trading well off their 52-week highs, now is the time to buy the best Canadian…

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3 Canadian Stocks to Buy to Help You Beat Inflation

| Daniel Da Costa

With inflation having a significant impact on our economy today, here are three of the best Canadian stocks to buy.

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2 Horizons ETFs Every Canadian Investor Should Own

| Tony Dong

Horizon's lineup of Total Return (TR) ETFs are great for taxable accounts. Let's look at my top two picks.

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These 3 TSX Stocks Could Carry Your Portfolio in the Long Run

| Jed Lloren

Are you looking for stocks that could carry your portfolio in the long run? Here are three top stocks!

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Should You Borrow to Invest in a Market Correction?

| Kay Ng

A market crash is happening in parts of the stock market. Should you borrow to invest? Here are the pros…

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Stocks for Beginners: 3 Solid Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

New to investing but don't want too much risk? Here are three reliable dividend stocks to build a fortress-like investment…

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Nervous About the Market? Here’s What to Do if it Continues to Fall

| Jed Lloren

The market continues to worry investors. Here’s what you should do if it stays on its current trajectory.

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1 of the Best Cheap Stocks to Help You “Stay” Rich

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is one intriguing value stock that could be ready to outperform even as rates begin to rise.

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2 TSX Insurance Stocks to Buy in 2022 for Income

| Tony Dong

If you goal is maximizing investment income, the TSX insurance sector might be worth a look.

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Why Air Canada Stock Dived Over 10% on Monday

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s the key reason why Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has lost 18% of its value in the last three sessions.

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Why Cargojet Stock Crashed 16% Despite Upbeat Q4 Earnings

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s why Cargojet (TSX: CJT) stock crashed by over 16% on Monday, despite its upbeat Q4 earnings report.

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5 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy for Under $20

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for the top Canadian stocks that you can buy while they are still cheap, here are five…

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Why Sleep Country Stock Fell 12% on Monday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sleep Country (TSX:ZZZ) stock lost the 10% growth it saw last week, as the company announces a new buyback program.

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Why the TSX Outperformed the Nasdaq in the 2022 Market Downturn

| Puja Tayal

The global stock market is in a downturn, but the TSX Composite Index is in green. What is the catalyst,…

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2 of the Top Stocks to Buy for Your TFSA While They’re Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck, these two are some of the best to consider.

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Why Bombardier Stock Fell 11% on Monday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bombardier stock (TSX:BBD.B) fell at news the company would no longer be doing business with its Russian clients, sending shares…

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3 of the Best ETFs to Buy on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

With many factors impacting global stock markets and uncertainty heating up, here are three of the best ETFs you can…

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Are You Still Considering Air Canada? Here’s a Top Canadian Stock to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

While Air Canada stock looks cheap, and although it has the potential to recover over the coming years, several Canadian…

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2 Canadian Stocks to Weather a Recession

| Robin Brown

Worried about a recession in 2022? Here are two top Canadian stocks to hold if you want to get defensive.

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When Should You Sell a Losing Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

As long-term investors, we want to commit to stocks for years. However, you have to recognize when it hasn't worked…

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Travel Is Returning: Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock?

| Adam Othman

Air travel is not exactly back to normal, but by the end of the year, it'll be relatively closer to…

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New Investors: 3 Tips to Improve Your Odds of Making More Money

| Kay Ng

Investing involves dividing your excess cash into different investments. Here's how you can make more money in stock investing.

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