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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

2 Battered Transport Dividend Stars That Could Surge if Tariffs Are Lifted

| Joey Frenette

Consider CN Rail (TSX:CNR) and another top transport play that could rise if 25% tariffs don't hit come March.

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for a Decade

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another high-yield dividend payer are worth banking on for the long haul.

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Dividend Stocks

A Bargain Dividend Stock With a Nearly +8% Yield

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock stands out as an interesting bargain as the yield approaches 8% again.

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Investing

Safe Canadian Stocks to Buy Now and Hold During Market Volatility

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is a convenient way to get solid long-term growth at a discount.

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Investing

Retirees: Time to Buy or Bail on BCE’s Colossal 12.5% Dividend Yield?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) stock looks like an interesting value play, but the latest quarter wasn't all too great.

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Investing

It’s Time to Buy: 1 Canadian Stock That Hasn’t Been This Cheap in Years

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is a great Canadian stock that's close to the cheapest it's been in a while.

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

From Markdown to Mark-Up, 2 Red-Hot Clothing Stocks Leading the Revival

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) and another clothing stock could keep soaring through another year!

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Investing

2 Ways Investors Can Play a Weaker Loonie

| Joey Frenette

Consider Sprott Physical Silver Trust (TSX:PSLV) and another top pick if you think the loonie is flying south this year.

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Investing

Move Over, FAANG: Why the “ABC” Stocks Could Become the Hottest Stocks in Canada

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) and another two stocks are about as magnificent as the Magnificent Seven!

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Investing

Take Full Advantage of Your TFSA: Income-Generating Ideas for 2025

| Joey Frenette

Consider buying Telus (TSX:T) and other passive-income bargains for your TFSA income fund.

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Investing

Young Canadian Investors: 1 TFSA-Perfect Growth Stock for 2025

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) could have a big year after lagging in 2024.

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Tech Stocks

An AI Giant Hiding in Plain Sight: Why Wall Street Is Missing Shopify’s Tech Edge

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock is a top Canadian AI play that could break out to new highs in 2025.

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Tech Stocks

1 TSX Powerhouse Ready for Takeoff

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) is a top tech play that could still surge amid looming tariffs.

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Tech Stocks

2 Cheap-Looking Stocks to Could Win in the AI Revolution

| Joey Frenette

It's about time we gave firms like Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) a bit more of an AI premium.

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Dividend Stocks

Trump Rally: This Low-Cost Dividend Stock Is Gaining Speed

| Joey Frenette

Great-West Lifeco (TSX:GWO) is a fantastic financial stock to own for decades.

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Investing

Trump Tariffs: 2 Bets to Help Your TFSA Ride Out the Storm

| Joey Frenette

Consider Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (TSX:VFV) and another investment to help brace for a return of tariffs.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Strong Dividend Stocks to Brace for Trump Tariff Turbulence

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) and another strong dividend player are stocks to own for the long haul amid tariff worries.

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Investing

2 Red-Hot TSX Winners of 2025: Is There More Upside for Canadian Investors?

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) and another top 2024 winner could pull off a repeat this year.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Ways to Bet on Gold if Precious Metals Surge

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) and another shining gold stock to buy for the year.

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Investing

2 Defensive Canadian Blue Chips for Your 2025 Portfolio

| Joey Frenette

Consider CP Rail (TSX:CP) and another bargain blue chip to buy and hold through the turbulence.

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Investing

Forget BCE Stock! 1 Cheaper Canadian Stock With More Growth Potential

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) stock could be closing in on a bottom, but that doesn't mean shares will come roaring back in…

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Investing

Restaurant Brands International: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) has a lot to look forward to in 2025, as it goes for gains.

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Investing

National Bank of Canada: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Joey Frenette

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) stock looks way too cheap after its latest slip into the new year.

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Investing

A Top ETF to Buy With $2,000 and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

This top ETF offering could be a great buy with an extra $2,000.

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Investing

A Magnificent Stock That I’m “Never” Selling

| Joey Frenette

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock is a magnificent top stock that Canadian investors should hang onto through thick and thin.

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Investing

U.S. Bank Stocks Are Soaring on Earnings—Are Canadian Banks Next?

| Joey Frenette

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) stock is a great Canadian bank that could lead the charge this year.

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Investing

Young Investors: 1 High-Growth Stock to Watch

| Joey Frenette

CP Rail (TSX:CP) stock is a growth stock that may be worth watching in the coming quarters.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Passive-Income Stocks to Watch in January

| Joey Frenette

Check out BMO Equal Weight REITs Index (TSX:ZRE) and another intriguing passive-income play this month.

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify Could Be the Hottest TSX Stock in 2025

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock could lead the TSX higher this year!

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Bank Stocks

Better Banking Stock: Bank of Montreal vs Bank of Nova Scotia?

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) and Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) look like great picks for value investors to bet on…

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Retirement

TFSA Growth Watch: 1 Dividend Winner for 2025

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) stock looks dirt-cheap with a swollen yield close to 4%.

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Investing

Balance Your TFSA: A Top Strategic Canadian ETF to Own

| Joey Frenette

iShares Canadian Value Index ETF (TSX:XCV) is a fantastic ETF for investors looking to bring more balance back to their…

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Investing

Here Are My 2 Favourite ETFs for 2025

| Joey Frenette

Canadians should consider buying Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (TSX:VFV) and another great ETF today.

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Investing

1 Canadian REIT Offering an Outstanding Yield

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) has a nice mix of appreciation and distributions.

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Bank Stocks

2 Undervalued Bank Stocks and REITs Worth Buying in 2025

| Joey Frenette

CT REIT (TSX:CRT.UN) and another top dividend play are worth picking up here.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Dirt-Cheap Dividend Stocks to Buy in January

| Joey Frenette

Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B) and another dirt-cheap stock may be buys for the next five years and beyond.

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Investing

1 Canadian Stock Ready to Surge in 2025 and Beyond

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock looks way too cheap to ignore after a rough year.

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Investing

Value Investors: Here’s Where I’m Hunting in 2025

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master (TSX:TOY) and another mid-cap value stock are worth watching this year.

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Investing

Couche-Tard Stock: Why the Canadian Retail Giant Could Surge in 2025

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock is looking like a great deal for 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

Beyond Telus: 2 Superior Canadian Dividend Alternatives for Smart Investors

| Joey Frenette

Smart investors looking for sweet yields should look at Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) and another passive-income pick!

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