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Chris MacDonald

Chris MacDonald has had a love for finance his whole life, ultimately leading him to pursue an MBA in finance. He's worked as a financial analyst for a number of companies in the corporate finance and venture capital space during his 10-year investing career. He endeavors to follow in the footsteps of iconic investors like Warren Buffett in building a long-term defensive portfolio.

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Bank Stocks

RRSP Investors: Compound Your Wealth With 2 Leading Bank Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank and Bank of Nova Scotia are two top holdings to put in your RRSP right now.

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Energy Stocks

Worried About Inflation? 2 TSX Energy Stocks That Actually Benefit From it

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Suncor (TSX:SU) and Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE) are two top-tier stocks investors should buy to battle inflation.

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Technology
Investing

Magna Stock Rose 9% in November: Is it a Buy Today?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Magna (TSX:MG) stock may be a solid bet in this difficult macroeconomic environment right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Manulife Stock Rose 7% in November: Is it a Buy Today?

| Chris MacDonald

Should investors consider Manulife (TSX:MFC) stock amid surging inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical concerns?

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cryptocurrency, crypto, blockchain
Investing

Hut 8 Fell 50% in November: Is it a Buy Today?

| Chris MacDonald

Despite a beaten-down stock price, Hut 8 (TSX:HUT) is most likely a sell at these current levels, given the company's…

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Investing

This Growth Stock Could 10X in 10 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) is a growth stock with the potential to provide 1,000% returns over the next 10 years.

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Dividend Stocks

Opinion: The Top Stock in the TSX Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) could be the top stock on the TSX worth buying for its total returns over…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Be Buying Liquefied Natural Gas Stocks Right Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Tourmaline Oil (TSX:TOU) is one of the top natural gas stocks long-term investors should consider buying in this…

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Investing

Why Is Everyone Talking About Nutrien Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors looking to hedge against volatility may want to consider Nutrien stock.

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Investing

A Passive-Income Triple Play: 3 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Together

| Chris MacDonald

These two top Canadian dividend stocks provide long-term investors with much-needed stability and passive income right now.

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Investing

2 Top Canadian Retail Stocks That Could Get a Holiday Boost

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) and Canada Goose (TSX:GOOS) are two top Canadian retail stocks to buy right now.

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Investing

Buyer Beware: This Is One of the Most Shorted TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Is Cineplex (TSX:CGX) a stock to own in this current environment or a stock to avoid, considering most meme stock…

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: Here’s Where to Park That Higher $6,500 Contribution

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why TFSA investors may want to consider Shopify (TSX:SHOP) as a long-term holding in this growth-focused fund right now.

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Investing

Beat Inflation by Buying These 2 Gems Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top TSX stocks investors looking to battle inflation ought to consider in this current market right now.

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Investing

Protect Against Inflation With 2 Top TSX Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top TSX stocks that long-term investors concerned about inflation may want to consider in this time of…

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Tech Stocks

Why Investors Shouldn’t Give Up on Shopify Just Yet

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why long-term investors may not want to throw in the towel just yet on e-commerce juggernaut Shopify (TSX:SHOP).

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Provide That Provide Tonnes of Consistent Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) are two top TSX stocks to buy for growth right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend-Growth Stocks With Yields That Keep on Growing

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB) are two dividend-growth stocks that I think are worth buying and holding for…

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Bank Stocks

2 Bank Stocks to Load Up on in a Recession

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top Canadian bank stocks investors may want to consider, particularly as we potentially head into a recession.

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Tech Stocks

Is Now Actually the Perfect Time to Buy Shopify Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock may be a top buy in this market, despite concerns around slowing growth.

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Investing

3 Unstoppable Growth Stocks to Buy if the Market Keeps Falling

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three unstoppable growth stocks that long-term investors looking to buy the dip may want to consider in this…

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Investing

2 TSX Growth Stocks to Hold for the Next 10 Years

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Boyd Group (TSX:BYD) are two growth stocks worth buying right now.

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Investing

2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks Worth a Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top undervalued Canadian stocks long-term investors may want to consider buying in this uncertain market right now.

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Investing

This Dividend Stock Is a No-Brainer for Bear Market Growth

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Fortis (TSX:FTS) is an excellent long-term dividend stock investors should consider for bear market growth.

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Tech Stocks

Buy These 2 Growth Stocks on the Dip

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software and Shopify are two top growth stocks to buy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Passive Income

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) and Enbridge (TSX:ENB) are two top dividend stocks to consider buying now.

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Tech Stocks

Why I’m More Excited Than Ever About SHOP Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why investors may want to consider Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock, despite the recent market beat down.

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Tech Stocks

Forget the Stock Split: 5 Reasons to Buy Alphabet Stock Now and Never Sell

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG) is a long-term bet investors may want to make, and why Alphabet stock is…

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Energy Stocks

Why This Energy Giant Looks Like a Major Bargain

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Suncor (TSX:SU) is one energy giant that is starting to look like a major bargain, despite…

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Investing

Forget Bed Bath & Beyond: These 3 Stocks Are Screaming Bargains

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three companies I think are much better bets than Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ:BBBY) stock in this current…

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Dividend Stocks

Couche-Tard Stock Looks Like a Steal, Even at All-Time-High Prices

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock is a screaming buy right now, despite the macro outlook.

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Is My Biggest Holding, by Far

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why I think Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) is a great long-term pick and why it's my largest portfolio holding by…

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Tech Stocks

3 Disruptors I Love Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Constellation Software (TSX:CSU), and Nio (NYSE:NIO) are disruptors to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and TD Bank (TSX:TD) are two dividend-growth stocks to buy right now.

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Investing

This Biotech Stock Could Offer Big Growth – Even During a Recession

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Knight Therapeutics (TSX:GUD) is one biotech stock that's worth a buy, or at least a look, in this…

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Tech Stocks

Down 80%, Is Shopify Stock Worth the Risk?

| Chris MacDonald

The big question many investors are asking right now is whether Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock is worth a bet right now.

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Investing

Here’s Why I Just Bought Berkshire Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's my rationale for continuing to add to Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) in these volatile markets right now.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Pushes Back on Buy With Prime: Can it Beat Amazon?

| Chris MacDonald

Can Shopify (TSX:SHOP) ultimately beat Amazon in its race to dominate the fulfillment market, or is this stock's run over?

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Bank Stocks

2 TSX Bank Stocks Worth a Long-Term Bet Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are two top bank stocks to buy now.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Utility Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Algonquin Power (TSX:AQN)(NYSE:AQN) and Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) are two top utility stocks to consider right now.

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