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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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New Investors: Buy 1 Top Stock to Keep it Simple

| Kay Ng

This top stock is a winner! Buy and hold it for a long time and add to it over time…

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Why Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) Stock Dived 15% Today

| Jitendra Parashar

Canada Goose Holdings (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) shares fell sharply today. Let's find out what might have triggered these massive losses in its…

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3 Top Canadian Stocks That Could Gain Big From the Post-Pandemic Rally

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s a list of three of the best Canadian stocks that could skyrocket in the coming months as the ongoing…

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Tech Stocks

Why Absolute Software (TSX:ABST) Stock Fell 20% Today

| Jitendra Parashar

Here’s the main reason why Absolute Software (TSX:ABST)(NASDAQ:ABST) stock fell by 20% today. Let’s also discuss why I still find…

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BlackBerry vs. Cineplex Stock: Which Is the Better Buy at $13?

| Daniel Da Costa

BlackBerry and Cineplex, two of the most popular stocks in Canada are both trading around $13 at writing. Here's which…

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3 Canadian Stocks Under $10 to Buy in August 2021

| Robin Brown

Canadian small-cap stocks present a lot of value for investors willing to take on a little bit of risk. Here…

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3 TSX Stocks I’m Buying Next

| Jed Lloren

Are you not sure which stocks to add to your portfolio next? Here are three stocks I plan on buying!

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Got $1,000? Buy This Top Canadian Stock Before it’s Too Late!

| Daniel Da Costa

These days, almost all stocks are trading at or near their 52-week highs. However, this one Canadian stock is extremely…

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How I’d Spend $3,000 if I Had to Start Over From Scratch

| Jed Lloren

Are you just starting off your financial journey? Here’s how I would invest $3,000 if I had to start over…

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4 Cheap Stocks to Buy on the TSX in August 2021

| Robin Brown

Looking for TSX stocks that are still cheap? Here are four top stocks that have value, income, and upside for…

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Bullish on Crypto? Here’s the Best Stock to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

With Bitcoin and Ether both up more than 40% in the last month, this might be the last opportunity to…

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Dividend Stocks

4 TSX High Dividend Stocks to Buy to Retire Early

| Jitendra Parashar

Here's a list of four high dividend-paying TSX stocks to buy today that could help you retire early if you…

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Having Trouble Growing Your Stock Portfolio? You Might Be Making This Mistake

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are having a tough time growing your portfolio or think you may be underperforming the market, you could…

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Got $500? 2 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got cash to put to work today, these two Canadian stocks are easily some of the best opportunities…

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A Beginners Guide to Investing in TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Are you considering investing in stocks? Where to start can be intimidating. Let’s start with the workings of stocks and…

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3 Canadian Renewable Stocks to Buy Amid Rising Global Warming Concerns

| Jitendra Parashar

These three fundamentally strong renewable energy stocks could help Canadian investors to get a handsome return on their investment.

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My 3 Favourite TSX Stocks Right Now

| Jed Lloren

If you’re struggling to find stocks to buy and want some inspiration, here are my three favourite TSX stocks!

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Canadian Investors: These 2 Stocks Are Perfect for Your TFSA!

| Daniel Da Costa

The TFSA is the ideal account for investors to buy and hold top Canadian growth stocks, which is why these…

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Millennials: 5 Key Facts About 1 Top Canadian Growth Stock

| Kay Ng

Millennials should begin investing as soon as possible. One must-own stock is this Canadian growth stock that has been a…

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2 Top Canadian Stocks Hitting New 52-Week Highs

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for top Canadian stocks to buy today, these two businesses have a tonne of momentum, creating a…

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2 Hot Canadian Stocks to Buy After Reporting Stellar Earnings This Week

| Daniel Da Costa

After reporting impressive earnings this past week, these two top Canadian stocks have proven they are among the best investments…

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Got $400? Here Are 4 TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Got some spare cash to invest today? Here are four top TSX stocks that all pay dividends, trade at attractive…

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2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy as a 4th COVID Wave Looms

| Daniel Da Costa

After Dr. Theresa Tam recently warned Canadians of a potential fourth COVID wave, here are two of the top stocks…

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2 Cheap Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Robin Brown

Not every growth stock is a tech stock. Here are two undervalued Canadian stocks that still have many years of…

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Cineplex vs. HIVE: Which Stock Offers More Potential Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex and HIVE Blockchain Technologies are two of the most popular stocks in Canada, but which one is the better…

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2 of the Most Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Jitendra Parashar

In this article, I’ll highlight two amazing stocks that I find to be most undervalued in the Canadian market right…

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3 High-Potential Growth Stocks That Could Make You Rich

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for stocks that could provide you years of impressive growth, this trio of Canadian stocks are some…

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Pot or Crypto: Which Stocks Are the Best to Buy Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

Pot and crypto stocks are two of the highest-potential industries to invest in. But which industry has the best stocks…

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Trading at Below $13, Is Cineplex Stock Worth an Investment Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex stock has been getting cheaper the last few weeks over fears about a fourth wave in Canada. But is…

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Passive Income: Make $800 a Month in Dividend Income for Life!

| Kay Ng

No matter how much you earn this year, you can raise your income to the next level by building a…

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4 Top Canadian Stock Picks to Buy in August 2021

| Robin Brown

Canadian stocks are up in 2021, but there are still some great opportunities this August. Here are four top stock…

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New Investors: No-Brainer Dividend Stock Investing

| Kay Ng

Dividend stock investing can be made much simpler when you start with the Canadian Dividend Aristocrat list. Here are key…

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Is Bitcoin About to Rally Again?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin and several other digital currencies look like they could be in for a rally again soon, which could create…

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2 of the Best Value Stocks in Canada to Buy Today

| Joey Frenette

TSX investors would be wise to buy TD Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and another Canadian value stock right before shares take off.

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2 of the Best TSX Stocks for New Investors

| Joey Frenette

TFI International (TSX:TFII)(NYSE:TFII) and another top TSX stock that Canadian new investors would be wise to start their portfolios with…

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3 Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $5 in August 2021

| Robin Brown

Looking for some Canadian stocks that are still a bargain in August 2021? Here are three top small-cap stocks with…

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3 Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio in August 2021

| Jed Lloren

Trying to decide which stocks to add to your portfolio this month? Here are three top stock picks!

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Revealed: My Top Canadian Breakout Stock for August 2021

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is a top breakout stock that could make Canadian investors rich, as the company finally wakes up.

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2 Canadian Stocks to Look for Stellar Earnings This Week

| Puja Tayal

Many companies are seeing a recovery in earnings. Two stocks will report stellar second-quarter earnings this week.

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Could Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Price Finally Skyrocket in August 2021?

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are some key reasons why I believe Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock price could skyrocket in the near term.

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