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Author: Joey Frenette

Joey Frenette is a journalist, University of British Columbia graduate, ex-engineer, Warren Buffett fanatic, and Fool who's completed CFA Level 1. He’s been investing since 2014 and is always on the hunt for value, regardless of the market "weather." Before writing at The Motley Fool, Joey worked as an analyst/developer at several Canadian small- and mid-cap software firms, including Syscon and Avigilon. Beyond Motley Fool, Joey’s work can be found at TipRanks and InvestorPlace. Follow or send him a message on X (or Twitter) @realJoeFrenette

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

Shelter From Market Storms: 2 Dividend-Growth Stars for Canadian Portfolios

| Joey Frenette

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) and another dividend grower are worth buying on the way down.

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Women's fashion boutique Aritzia is a top stock to buy in September 2022.
Investing

2 Tariff-Resistant Canadian Stocks for Steady Returns Amid Global Uncertainty

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw (TSX:L) and another tariff-resilient name that still look worth buying at near all-time highs.

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will Loblaw Be in 3 Years?

| Joey Frenette

Loblaw (TSX:L) stock could be a stellar performer as tariffs and headwinds move in on Canada's economy.

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will National Bank Be in 5 Years?

| Joey Frenette

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) stock still looks like a great deal at these levels.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Smartest Mining Stock to Buy With $5,500 Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) stock has been hot of late. More gains seem likely for the dividend stock.

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Investing

Where Will CP Rail Be in 6 Years?

| Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP) could be a steal of a bargain for investors with a six-year investment horizon or more.

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Tech Stocks

1 Magnificent Tech Stock Down 27% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOG)(NASDAQ:GOOGL) is starting to look severely undervalued after its latest drop!

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Canadian Stock to Buy With $1,500 Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) stock could be a great pick-up with $1,500 this spring!

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Investing

1 Magnificent Canadian Stock Down 36% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock is a magnificent tech play to buy and hold for the long run while it's correcting.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Beyond Gold: How Canadian Investors Can Capitalize on Copper and Silver Prices

| Joey Frenette

Sprott Physical Silver Trust (TSX:PSLV) is a great portfolio diversifier for those looking to bet beyond gold.

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Dividend Stocks

Value Hunting: 1 Canadian Stock Approaching Buy Territory

| Joey Frenette

Magna International (TSX:MG) stock could be a steal after its Q1 fumble.

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Investing

Where Will Telus Stock Be in 6 Years?

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) is a fantastic dividend beast that's looking way too cheap to pass up in May 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Rock-Solid Canadian ETFs to Safeguard Your Portfolio During Trump’s 90-Day Tariff Pause

| Joey Frenette

BMO Low Volatility Canadian Equity ETF (TSX:ZLB) and another ETF were built for tougher market sledding.

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Investing

CN Rail vs. CP Rail: Where I’d Put $10,000 in Canadian Railway Stocks

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) and the rails could prove deep-value plays as their yields swell further on weakness.

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Investing

1 Canadian Transportation Stock to Buy and Hold for the Next 30 Years

| Joey Frenette

TFI International (TSX:TFII) stock is starting to fall into deep-value territory.

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Investing

2 Canadian Consumer Staple Stocks to Buy in Hold in Your TFSA Through Thick and Thin

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another top defensive stock could fare well in a tariff recession year.

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Dividend Stocks

Have Room in Your TFSA? 1 Canadian Dividend Champion for April Investors

| Joey Frenette

If you've got extra cash in your TFSA, the latest dip in markets may provide you with a golden opportunity…

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Investing

Protect Your TFSA: Some Strategies for Navigating Tariff Volatility With Confidence

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock could do well, even if tariffs stick around for a bit longer.

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Investing

How I’d Invest $7,000 in 2 Oversold Stocks That Have Fallen Too Far

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another oversold stock are worth watching closely going into earnings season!

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Investing

Where Will Canadian National Railway Be in 8 Years?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) stock could be a bargain for those who buy and hold for the next eight years.

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Bank Stocks

Tariff Turmoil Makes “Sell in May and Go Away” Seem Appealing, but Here’s Why You Should Stay in the Market

| Joey Frenette

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) looks like a great dividend payer to buy in May, even as volatility stays elevated.

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Bank Stocks

2 Reasons I’m Considering TD Bank Stock for a $7,000 Investment This April

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) stock looks ready to march higher as it makes up for a last year's lacklustre performance.

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Investing

Canadian Tire: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) is a dirt-cheap retail stock that could win despite tariff disruptions in 2025.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Canadian Mining Stocks to Buy as Gold Prices Hit Highs

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another top gold mining stock could shine for investors in May 2025.

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Tech Stocks

2 Reasons I’m Considering Apple Stock for a $2,500 Investment This April

| Joey Frenette

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stock looks like a deep-value buy for Canadian investors this spring.

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Investing

Netflix Breaks $1,000: Should Canadians Add it to Their Portfolios?

| Joey Frenette

Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) stock may have what it takes to side step recent tariffs and a potential Trump recession.

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Tech Stocks

Don’t Give Up on This Leading AI Stock! It’s Down (for Now) But Definitely Not Out

| Joey Frenette

Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN) stock is a great AI bargain to consider nibbling going into May 2025.

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Investing

Tariff-ied? 2 Stability Stocks to Smooth the Volatility

| Joey Frenette

Consider Loblaw (TSX:L) and another great safety stock to ride out the wave in a global trade war year.

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Dividend Stocks

Tired of Market Turbulence? 2 Reliable Dividend Payers for Canadian Investors Seeking Stability

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another top stock to ride out a tariff wave in May 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

Bear Market Defence: 2 Steady Canadian Dividend Payers Worth Securing Now

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) and another top TSX performer could be a great way to persevere in a bear market…

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Investing

Trump Effect: 2 TSX Safe Havens for Canadian Investors

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) and another great stability stock could still rise in a recession year.

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Investing

My Top 2 Canadian Defensive Stocks for Uncertain Times

| Joey Frenette

Own Metro (TSX:MRU) and another great low-beta dividend stock amid volatility.

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Investing

Poilievre Proposes a $5,000 TFSA Top-Off: 2 TSX Stars to Watch

| Joey Frenette

I'd buy Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another top stock if I had an extra $5,000 in TFSA funds.

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Investing

A Canadian Safety Stock to Pivot Toward in April

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock looks like a defensive growth stock poised to rise into April and beyond. Don't miss the melt-up…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Canadian Mining Stocks to Buy and Hold in Your TFSA for Long-Term Resource Exposure

| Joey Frenette

Cameco (TSX:CCO) and another miner could boom again in 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

Tariff-Resilient Income: 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Weather Economic Uncertainty

| Joey Frenette

Emera (TSX:EMA) and another dividend stock are worth buying despite tariff threats.

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Investing

Monthly Passive Income: 2 REITs That’ll Pay You to Ride Out the Tariff Tremors

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) and another great passive income play are worth stashing away for the long run.

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Investing

1 Canadian “Safety Stock” for Volatility Protection This Summer

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) stock is a volatility fighter that's worth a fat premium going into summer!

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Tech Stocks

Mag 7 Stocks Are Massively on Sale, and Here’s the Biggest Bargain of Them All!

| Joey Frenette

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) stands out as a top Mag Seven stock for Canadian investors to buy amid tariff fears.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy on the Cheap

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) and another fantastic TSX dividend stock could surge high in summer.

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