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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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Tech Stocks

Is This TSX Stock a Millionaire Maker? 

| Chris MacDonald

This Canadian software giant can help balance your mix of growth and value stocks.

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Energy Stocks

1 Renewable Energy Stock to Buy and Hold

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) could be a top renewable energy stock for investors to consider right now.

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Energy Stocks

Is It Too Late to Buy Fortis Stock Now?

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) is a top utilities stock I think long-term dividend investors should consider, even at current levels.

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Investing

The Top Canadian REITS to Buy in September

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three Canadian REITs to buy for investors looking for long-term and liquid exposure to real estate right now.

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Tech Stocks

1 Hidden Catalyst That Could Ignite Shopify Stock

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one key hidden catalyst investors may want to consider that could take Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock on a nice run…

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Shopify Stock Today

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what growth investors may want to consider when it comes to adding Shopify (TSX:SHOP) to your portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

This Renewable Energy Giant Could Power Your Portfolio for Decades

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) could be the clean energy stock long-term investors want to consider right now.

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Investing

Defensive Investing Is Important, So This Could Be the Smartest Move in the Market Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Here's one way investors looking to take a defensive posture on the market can do so, in this current macro…

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Investing

E-Commerce Still Has Incredible Growth Ahead and These 2 Stocks Are Worth Checking Out

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two top e-commerce giants long-term investors may want to consider for big time growth in the coming decades.

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Tech Stocks

2 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy Right Now for Less Than $1,000 

| Chris MacDonald

These two Canadian growth stocks are among the few no-brainer stocks that may be worth buying on dips for those…

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Investing

The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now: A TSX Focus

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three of the best stocks long-term investors may want to consider for long-term growth during this current market…

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Tech Stocks

This Growth Stock Has Market-Beating Potential

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) remains a top TSX growth stock long-term investors may want to consider on any future dips.

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Investing

3 Blue-Chip Stocks So Safe That Canadians Can Hold Them Until They Die

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three blue-chip stocks long-term investors may want to consider, given their penchant for growth amid market share dominance.

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Investing

Got $2,000? Here Are 2 Beaten-Down Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

These two beaten-down growth stocks are certainly worth considering for investors with a long-term time horizon.

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Dividend Stocks

Want Fast-Growing Passive Income? Here Are 3 Long-Term Dividend Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

For investors looking to create a robust and growing passive-income stream in retirement, look at these three long-term dividend stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Now’s the Time to Look for Defensive Dividend Growth, Starting With These Stocks

| Chris MacDonald

These two Canadian companies provide the kind of defensive dividend growth long-term investors should be after right now.

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Investing

Why Alimentation Couche-Tard Stock May Have Plenty of Room to Surge From Here

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into what may make Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock one investors may want to consider moving forward.

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Dividend Stocks

Could Couche-Tard Be the Best-Performing Large-Cap Canadian Stock in 2025?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Alimentation Couche-Tard could be the best-performing stock in 2025 on the TSX, or if downside is…

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Investing

Restaurant Brands Might Be the 1 Best Stock to Buy Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into what may make Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) the one Canadian stock long-term investors might wish they bought when…

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Tech Stocks

The 3 Best Growth Stocks to Buy Now in August

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why these three TSX stocks could be among the best growth stocks investors should consider adding in the coming…

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Investing

1 Beaten-Down Stock That Could Be the Best Bet in the TSX

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Air Canada (TSX:AC) is one beaten-down stock long-term investors may want to consider right now.

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Tech Stocks

Prediction: Shopify Will Be a Top TSX Outperformer in 2025

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the bull case behind why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) could indeed be a top-performing TSX stock in the coming…

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Investing

2 Fantastic Growth Stocks Worth Buying for the Long Term

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) and Well Health Technologies (TSX:WELL) are two fantastic growth stocks to consider.

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Investing

3 High-Growth TSX Stocks to Buy in August 2024

| Chris MacDonald

These three high-growth TSX stocks look well-positioned to provide solid long-term returns to investors who have a long enough time…

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Tech Stocks

Better Stock to Buy Now: Constellation Software or Shopify?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) or Shopify (TSX:SHOP) is the better stock to buy from a growth perspective.

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks That Can Turn Retirement Dreams Into Reality

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why these three TSX stocks have the potential to make investors' retirement dreams a reality over the…

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Stock a Buy in 2024?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock is a buy in this current environment, or if investors should step away…

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Investing

Can Telus Stock Outperform the TSX Over the Next Five Years?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Telus (TSX:T) stock has the potential to be a long-term outperformer, or if the market is…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best TSX Stocks to Buy in August

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Restaurant Brands (TSX:QSR) are two of the top TSX stocks investors may want to consider…

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Dividend Stocks

The 3 Best Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy for Dividend Growth

| Chris MacDonald

These three Canadian dividend stocks look well-positioned to see continued upside over the long term.

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Investing

If Interest Rates Continue to Fall, These Are the 2 Stocks to Own

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two stocks to own for long-term investors seeking both growth and long-term viability in this uncertain macro backdrop.

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Dividend Stocks

Time to Get Defensive: 3 Dividend Stocks to Batten Down the Hatches

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three top dividend stocks long-term investors may want to consider for outsized gains in this current environment.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Canadian Mining Stock Worth a Long-Term Investment

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) remains a top Canadian mining stock long-term investors may want to consider on dips right…

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Investing

Why Manulife Stock Looks Like a Value Pick Most Investors Should Scoop Up

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) could be among the best value stocks to buy in this current macroeconomic backdrop.

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Investing

1 Growth Stock With Legit Potential to Outperform the Market

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Boyd Group (TSX:BYD) remains a top growth stock long-term investors who want to beat the market may want…

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy Shopify Stock Right Now

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) looks like a strong buying opportunity at this point in the macroeconomic cycle.

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Retirement

2 Magnificent Dividend Stocks I Plan to Add to My TFSA in August

| Chris MacDonald

Here are two magnificent dividend stocks long-term investors may certainly want to hone in on before the next bull cycle…

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Dividend Stocks

Income Stocks: A Once-in-a-Decade Chance to Get Rich

| Chris MacDonald

These two income stocks are among the best on the TSX for those seeking consistent total returns over a long-term…

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Investing

ATD Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold Today?

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is a buy here, or whether ATD stock could have more risk than…

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Investing

3 Top Utility Stocks to Buy to Ride Market Tailwinds Higher

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into the following three utility stocks long-term investors can buy to ride market tailwinds higher in the years…

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