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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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Dividend Stocks

Shopify: Amazon 2.0 or Cult Stock?

| Chris MacDonald

Shopify's (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) valuation is a key thing to consider when determining if or when to invest in Canada's tech darling.

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Stocks for Beginners

Don’t Overlook Cineplex (Yes, You Read That Right)

| Chris MacDonald

This is the only article you need to read on Cineplex Inc. (TSX:CGX).

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Stocks for Beginners

Buy Alert: The Top TSX Stock You Should Buy in November

| Chris MacDonald

The time to buy is now for Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett Would Love This Canadian Real Estate Pick

| Chris MacDonald

Invest like Warren Buffett with this real estate contrarian pick: Brookfield Property Partners (BPY.UN) backed by Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM).

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Tech Stocks

Get Insane Growth With This Tech Gem

| Chris MacDonald

Certainty in these uncertain times is difficult to come by. Is this company the next Shopify?

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 TSX Dividend Picks Will Armour Your Portfolio Against Market Uncertainty

| Chris MacDonald

Most investors agree there is uncertainty on where the market will go next. If you're looking for dividends and a…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash 2020 Alert: 3 Top TSX Picks That Will Go Through the Roof

| Chris MacDonald

When will the next market crash occur and which stock picks should you keep an eye on? Here's my analysis…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Tech or ESG?

| Chris MacDonald

Tech and ESG are two of the most popular niches right now in the market. So where should you put…

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Dividend Stocks

Protect Your Portfolio With This Key Trend

| Chris MacDonald

All investor types should read this article! This key trend will help strengthen your portfolio. Includes my top 3 ETF…

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Dividend Stocks

This Company Is a Great Way to Bet on Interest Rates

| Chris MacDonald

Here are key strategies to leverage the low interest environment and maximize your portfolio gains and my analysis on Brookfield…

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Dividend Stocks

Smart Investing Tips: How To Handle Your FOMO

| Chris MacDonald

Here are some key strategies for smart investing, including how to choose quality, long term growth options such as Enbridge…

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Dividend Stocks

Investor Alert: Tips for Investing Your Cash This Summer

| Chris MacDonald

Here are my top tips for those looking to make moves over the summer. Companies discussed include BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO),…

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Dividend Stocks

The Surprising 2 Stocks You Should Avoid

| Chris MacDonald

Knowing which stocks to exclude is as important as knowing which stocks to include in your portfolio. My two picks…

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Stocks for Beginners

Will Air Canada Crash Land in 2020?

| Chris MacDonald

As one of the most popular stock picks on the TSX, will Air Canada (TSX:AC) sink or swim? Here's my…

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Dividend Stocks

Key Lessons From Previous Bubbles and How To Build Wealth Now

| Chris MacDonald

Sage advice from sage investor Warren Buffett and key lessons learned from previous stock market bubbles.

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Cash Tips: How to Grow Your Tax Return by 10X

| Chris MacDonald

Three key tips for maximizing your return and lessening your tax burden.

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Coronavirus

Sell Alert: These Previously Great Canadian Companies Will Sink Your Portfolio

| Chris MacDonald

These previously popular TSX stocks, I predict, will become duds.. and soon: BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO) and Interpipeline Corp. (TSX:IPD).

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Alert: The Top Tech and Gold Picks to Beat the Market

| Chris MacDonald

You've probably never heard of my top two stock picks. These will beat the market in these tough times: CGI…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Market Crash 2020: 3 Key Strategies to Save Your Portfolio and Come Out Ahead

| Chris MacDonald

Here are three key strategies to save your portfolio during the next market crash.

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Coronavirus

Warning: This 1 TSX Stock Will Kill Your Portfolio: Sell Today!

| Chris MacDonald

It there is one finance article you read today, it should be this one. Here is the one company you…

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Tech Stocks

Save Your Portfolio With These 3 Tips

| Chris MacDonald

Covid has changed the market which means you need to save your portfolio following these three key tips.

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Tech Stocks

Market Crash Prep Class: Should You Sell Your Stocks Now?

| Chris MacDonald

All (or most of us, at least) know that the next market crash is coming. How should you prepare for…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Rich and Retire Early With These TFSA Tips

| Chris MacDonald

Becoming a millionaire and retiring (very) early are possible with these tips and these dividend king picks: Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS),…

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Coronavirus

Sell Warning: This One Stock Will Kill Your Portfolio

| Chris MacDonald

Selling this stock is key to saving your portfolio. Here is my take on how Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) will…

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Dividend Stocks

WARNING: Don’t Miss This Key Advice From Banks in July

| Chris MacDonald

Here is the key advice and strategy from banks on how to get rich.

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Investing

CRA: 3 Tips To Maximize Your Refund and Avoid Paying More

| Chris MacDonald

There are 3 key tips to build wealth in a sound investment strategy, maximizing your refund and avoid paying more…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Alert: The One TSX Tech Stock That Will Predict The Market

| Chris MacDonald

There is a "canary in the coal mine" amidst the market uncertainty. Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) is the company to watch…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Rich With These 2 Tips From Warren Buffett

| Chris MacDonald

Warren Buffett and his company Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.A)(NYSE:BRK.B) need no introduction. Here are his top two tips to get rich.

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Dividend Stocks

Save Your Portfolio and Create Wealth With This Golden Rule

| Chris MacDonald

Times are tricky for building a portfolio that will truly generate wealth. Here are my tips and why I chose…

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Coronavirus

Take Warren Buffett’s Advice and Soar Above Coronavirus/Market Fears

| Chris MacDonald

Are you interested in taking Warren Buffett's advice to develop a rich portfolio? Here's his (and my) take on the…

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Tech Stocks

Will This Canadian Telecommunications Giant Boom or Bust?

| Chris MacDonald

Investors are often looking for high growth plays during these tough times. Here's my take on BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE).

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Dividend Stocks

An +11% Dividend?! What You Need to Know About This Canadian Real Estate Juggernaut

| Chris MacDonald

A +11% dividend yield will cause most investors to do a double take. Here is my assessment of Brookfield Property…

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Dividend Stocks

10 Times Growth in 10 Years? Don’t Miss Out on This TSX Tech Stock Pick

| Chris MacDonald

Identifying growth players in these times is extra tough. One of my interesting picks- with upsides and downsides is Shaw…

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Investing

Buy Alert: The #1 Travel TSX Stock You Should Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

For those avoiding air travel, what is the next best thing? Road trips of course! Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) is my…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Alert: 3 TSX Picks That Are Too Cheap to Ignore

| Chris MacDonald

My top three value picks are Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC), Brookfield Asset Management (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM), and CCL Industrial Inc. (TSX:CCL.B).

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Alert: 3 Cash-Rich TSX Picks to Buy Today

| Chris MacDonald

Investors are once again looking for high-risk, high-reward plays. Here are my top three picks: Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU), Inter Pipeline…

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Top TSX Stocks

Will This Popular Canadian Stock Boom or Bust?

| Chris MacDonald

While revenues have declined 90% on a year over year basis, I'll make my bull argument for why Canadian Tire…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $3,000? Here’s How to Turn it Into $30,000

| Chris MacDonald

Here are my top tips to growing your nest egg into one fit for a king.

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Tech Stocks

Is This Stock the Next Shopify? Don’t Miss Out on This Hot TSX Tech Stock

| Chris MacDonald

While Shopify gets a lot of attention, many investors do not know about another Canadian tech name: Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD).

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Tech Stocks

The Top Tech TSX Stock To Buy in July

| Chris MacDonald

Often overlooked, my top TSX tech pick is Telus Corp. (TSX:T) for long term growth.

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