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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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Investing

How to Create $900 in Passive Income Each and Every Month

| Tony Dong and Amy Legate-Wolfe

Holding a covered call ETF in a TFSA can create a solid monthly passive-income stream.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Dividend Stocks to Buy With Yields Upwards of 5%

| Daniel Da Costa

These five companies all earn tonnes of cash flow, making them some of the best long-term dividend stocks you can…

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Top TSX Stocks

Small-Cap Investors: Our Favourite 12 Stocks for 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Jim Gillies (TMFCanuck)

Motley Fool Hidden Gems' 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 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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Energy Stocks

2 Top TSX Energy Stocks to Buy in January 2023

| Robin Brown

Here are two top TSX energy stocks that had a great year in 2022 and could be primed for strong…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

B2Gold Stock: How High Could it Go in 2023?  

| Daniel Da Costa

After struggling through 2022 while gold stocks were out of favour, B2Gold has some significant upside in 2023 as interest…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $50 in April

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three companies top my list of best picks for April 2021!

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Investing

Today’s Top Buy: Air Canada Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Air Canada (TSX:AC) is still the penultimate reopening play for investors bullish on the Canadian economy right now.

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Coronavirus

Can Meme Stock Investors Take This TSX Stock Parabolic?

| Chris MacDonald

Empire Group (TSX:EMP.A) may not be a meme stock, but it's a retailer with a tonne of potential upside right…

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Energy Stocks

Forget Tesla! This Small EV Stock Could Take Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG) and Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) are still two of my favourite stocks for EV investors.

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Bank Stocks

Don’t Fear a Housing Correction: Canadian Banks Are Strong

| Chris MacDonald

Those concerned about the potential for a massive correction in housing shouldn't avoid gems like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY).

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Tech Stocks

Another Bitcoin ETF Launched! Are These Buys Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the rise of Bitcoin ETFs could change the game for cryptocurrency investors looking to speculate on these digital…

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Tech Stocks

Meme Stocks: Why BlackBerry Could Go Parabolic Again

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) may not be done with its impressive parabolic move, as meme stock investors focus in.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best 5G Play in Canada Just Got a Lot Bigger

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why the acquisition of Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR)(NYSE:SJR) by Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) is a doozy.

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Energy Stocks

Beginner Investors: A Massive Correction Is Your Friend

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my take on why investors looking for safety today should gravitate toward quality names like Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) now.

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Tech Stocks

Like Apple Stock? 1 Top Canadian EV Play for April 2021

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is my preferred way to play the growth in the EV sector for such investors…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: Turbulence Could Be on the Horizon

| Chris MacDonald

Indeed, Air Canada (TSX:AC) has a lot going for it right now. However, there are a couple risks I think…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks That Could Double Their Payout

| Jed Lloren

If you’re a dividend investor, these three stocks better be in your portfolio.

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Tech Stocks

Why This Small Canadian Stock Could Be the Next Roblox

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) actually has a lot in common with Roblox (NYSE:RBLX), though investors may…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reasons to Be Cautious With Energy Investing Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why energy investors should avoid pure-plays on this sector, and instead consider stocks like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB).

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Investing

Top Stock for April 2021: Air Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is perhaps the paramount economic recovery and pandemic reopening play in Canada right now, and investors should…

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Bank Stocks

Worried About a Housing Correction? Be Cautious With This Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Home Capital Group (TSX:HCG) is a stock I'd be cautious with right now amid bubble-like conditions in the…

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Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry Stock a Buy at $14?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) could indeed be a buy at its current level, as speculators and investors jump in.

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Dividend Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Alimentation Couche-Tard

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Alimentation Couche-Tard once again finds its way into the "Today's Top Buy" category.

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Investing

3 Under-the-Radar Stocks to Buy Today

| Jed Lloren

These three stocks are not being talked about by many investors now. Here’s your chance to load up on great…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin: A Safe Investment or a Complete Gamble?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Bitcoin is an interesting but highly speculative and risky bet for investors right now.

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Tech Stocks

Got $500? These 3 Stocks Can Double Your Money

| Jed Lloren

You don’t need a lot of money to get into the stock market. Which three stocks would I choose for…

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Dividend Stocks

Biden’s Infrastructure Bill Makes This Top TSX Stock a Screaming Buy

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is a great way to play increased infrastructure spending in the U.S.

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Investing

These 2 Garbage Companies Are Attractive Buys Today

| Chris MacDonald

Taking out the garbage has proven to be very profitable for Waste Connections (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) and GFL Environmental (TSX:GFL).

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Bank Stocks

Today’s Top Pick: Bank of Montreal

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is set up nicely for a post-pandemic rally right now.

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Wheeling and Dealing Could Lead to Big Opportunities for Investors

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Organigram Holdings (TSX:OGI)(NASDAQ:OGI) is a very intriguing pick in the cannabis sector today.

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Tech Stocks

Why HIVE Stock Could Soon Break All-Time Highs

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Hive Blockchain Technologies Inc. (TSXV:HIVE) could be a key stock to keep an eye on in the cryptocurrency…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify vs. the Bond Market: Who Will Win?

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is a stock that has done extremely well for investors in recent years, but has slowed down of…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Rogers/Shaw or Air Canada/Air Transat?

| Chris MacDonald

Wondering which big acquisition play to focus on right now? Here's my take on two of the biggest recent M&A…

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Coronavirus

Today’s Top Buy: Air Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors have lots of room to be optimistic around Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock right now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $50

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think these three top Canadian stocks are worth a look right now for investors seeking value in…

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Dividend Stocks

This 5G Play Just Got a Lot Bigger

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) could be the winner out of its deal to acquire Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR).

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Tech Stocks

Millennials: GameStop Is Trendy, But Shopify Is Quality

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is likely a much better long-term growth play than GameStop (NYSE:GME) right now.

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Energy Stocks

Better Buy: Tesla vs. Nio

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.U)(NYSE:BEP) is a sneaky way investors can bypass the Tesla vs. Nio debate today.

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Stocks for Your Portfolio Today

| Jed Lloren

These two stocks are compelling buys today. Read this article to find out why!

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Dividend Stocks

Retail Meme Stocks Are Surging! Here’s 1 TSX Retailer to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Tire could be a great long-term holding, whether it's viewed as a meme stock or not.

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Dividend Stocks

This Top TSX Bank Stock Has Surged 60% This Past Year: Why the Ride May Not Be Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) continues to be among my top picks in a rising interest rate environment.

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Dividend Stocks

Power the EV Revolution With This Top TSX Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) is an interesting, sneaky way to play the growth in the EV…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Inflation Is Skyrocketing! Protect Your Portfolio With These 2 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

For investors worried about inflation, there's no better place to look than gold. Here are two of my top picks…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify’s Parabolic Move Is Far from Over

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) may only be taking a breather right now for growth investors looking to pick up…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Is Skyrocketing, But Bond Proxies Will Do Okay

| Chris MacDonald

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) is a top pick of mine in the utilities space as a bond-like proxy I anticipate will…

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