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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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Stocks for Beginners

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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Air Canada Stock (TSX:AC): Multi-Bagger or Value Trap?

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock could make you rich if the international vaccine rollout accelerates, but are the downside risks too…

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Tech Stocks

2 of the Best Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy in May and Go Away

| Joey Frenette

Lightspeed POS Inc. (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) and another Canadian growth stock to buy in May 2021 and go away for the long…

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Cineplex (TSX:CGX): High Risk, Higher Reward!

| Joey Frenette

Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX) may be the ultimate turnaround stock for Canadian investors looking to strike it rich in the post-pandemic…

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Cathie Wood Stock Could Offer More Upside Than Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) and not Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA), may be the Cathie Wood stock with the most room to run over the…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Top Canadian Stocks Paying Over 4% Dividends

| Robin Brown

The TSX has been soaring, but there are still dividend value stocks to be found. Here are four Canadian stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Stocks: 3 Bargain Plays That Offer Decent Return Prospects

| Vineet Kulkarni

Although TSX stocks don a premium valuation amid their all-time highs, many Canadian names are still trading below their fair…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada (TSX:AC): The Risks May Outweigh the Rewards

| Joey Frenette

Even after the latest round of financial support, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock isn't out of the woods yet, as COVID-19…

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Warren Buffett Indicator Hits Ominous Record High! What Now?

| Joey Frenette

The Warren Buffett Indicator continues its ascent past record highs, but is the stock market really overvalued and overdue for…

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Dividend Stocks

1 TSX Stock Has Been Beating Its Bigger Peers!

| Kay Ng

Like RioCan REIT (TSX:REI.UN) or SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN)? You might like this small dividend stock even more!

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Got $3,000? 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Amid the Market Rally

| Vineet Kulkarni

TSX stocks at large have gained around 50% in the last 12 months. Despite the strong gains, markets seem in…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Great Canadian Stocks With Huge Upside Potential

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) and Boyd Group (TSX:BYD) are top Canadian stocks for those seeking big upside potential in 2021.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: How to Boost Your Passive Income Despite Low Interest Rates

| Kay Ng

Interest rates are too low. Interest income from retirement savings won't be much. Here's how to increase your passive income…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Dividend Stocks to Double Your Money

| Kay Ng

Here’s how you can turn $10,000 into $20,000 via dividend stocks. Two strategies are discussed.

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4 Top Canadian Stocks Under $10 to Buy Today

| Robin Brown

Canadian small-cap stocks have pulled back, and now is a great opportunity to load up. Here are four great TSX…

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Stocks for Beginners

Ottawa Invests in Air Canada (TSX:AC): Should You?

| Joey Frenette

Ottawa is poised to take a hefty stake in the Canadian airline which has fallen on hard times amid the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Growth Stocks to Buy Today With $3,000

| Vineet Kulkarni

TSX stocks: If you are an aggressive investor, consider investing a significant portion of your portfolio in growth stocks.

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Stocks for Beginners

Market Melt-Up: 1 Canadian Growth Stock That Could Soar!

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is a wonderful company with a stock that trades at a massive discount amid this market melt-up.

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Dividend Stocks

What Do Experts Think of a Stock Market Correction in 2021?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Will stock markets correct this year as well amid growing COVID-19 cases in many parts of the world? Let’s see…

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Tech Stocks

A Top Canadian Stock to Buy in Cathie Wood’s ARKK

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a great Canadian stock in Cathie Wood's ARKK ETF, but is she right to still own…

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2 Bargain TSX Stocks I Recently Bought More of

| Joey Frenette

I recently bought more of Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and another dividend bargain of a TSX stock.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Cheap Canadian Stocks Under $50 to Buy With $6,000 in TFSA Cash

| Joey Frenette

You should buy Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) and another cheap Canadian stock under $50 before they correct upwards.

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Dividend Stocks

Millennials: 4 Tips to Start Investing Today!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Millennials: here are tips on getting started and making millions by the time you retire.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Should You Have in an Emergency Fund?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Everyone needs an emergency fund, and there's a simple way to figure out how much you need and fund it…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks That Wall Street Sees Soaring Over 30%

| Joey Frenette

NFI Group Inc. (TSX:NFI) and another great Canadain stock could skyrocket over 30%, according to the folks on Bay and…

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Dividend Stocks

Top TSX Stocks: 3 Incredible Value Picks to Buy NOW

| Joey Frenette

Canadian investors should look to add Spin Master (TSX:TOY) and two great TSX value stocks to their portfolios while they're…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Ways Canadians Can Invest Like Warren Buffett Today

| Robin Brown

Warren Buffett has developed a market-beating strategy over his lifetime. Here are two TSX stocks that replicate some of his…

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3 Undervalued TSX Stocks to Buy Under $30 in 2021

| Robin Brown

Looking for great undervalued stocks to buy for the long run? Here are three great TSX stocks that are under…

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $500? 3 Stocks That Could Bring in $25K in a Decade!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Even if you don't have a lot to invest, you can make thousands by investing in stocks like these and…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $1,000? 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today

| Vineet Kulkarni

If you are sitting on some extra cash, consider investing in these TSX stocks for the long term.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Great TSX Stocks Under $30 for Canadian Investors to Buy on Sale

| Joey Frenette

Investors should look to buy Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) and another great Canadian stock under $30 as value shines.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Cheap Canadian Stocks You Can Buy Under $40 Today

| Robin Brown

The Canadian stock market has been on the rise, but there are still some bargains out there. Here are four…

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Stocks for Beginners

Forget Air Canada: This Stock Could Be Your Ticket to Gains in 2021

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock may be capable of huge gains in 2021, but if things go south, the reopening stock…

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Stocks for Beginners

Forget Coinbase and Bitcoin! 3 Top Cryptocurrency Plays to Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. (TSX:GLXY), HIVE stock and Bitcoin ETFs look like better cryptocurrency plays to buy over the white-hot…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Is a Top Turnaround Play for the Next Decade

| Joey Frenette

BlackBerry stock (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is a strong buy after its latest WallStreetBets-driven dip for its collab with the great Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN).

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Tech Stocks

2 Great Canadian Stocks That Could Skyrocket in Price

| Joey Frenette

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is just one of many great TSX tech stocks that Canadians should be thinking about buying on…

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Stocks for Beginners

Forget Air Canada: This Top Canadian Stock Is Severely Undervalued!

| Joey Frenette

Air Canada (TSX:AC) holds great upside potential for upside-seeking investors, but it's not the only (or best) reopening play in…

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Dividend Stocks

Do This to Boost Wealth Creation in Your Stock Portfolio

| Kay Ng

Keep buying strategically if you're aiming for that boosted wealth creation. Here's how.

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry or Shopify: Which Canadian Tech Stock to Buy Now?

| Joey Frenette

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock are great Canadian stocks, but which is the better play for 2021?

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Bank Stocks

TD Bank Stock Could Be April’s Best Canadian Bank for Your Buck!

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock could be on the cusp of a massive bull run, as Canadian banks continue to ascend…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy in April and Own Forever

| Robin Brown

Your best bet to build wealth is to buy and own top quality TSX stocks over a lifetime. Here are…

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