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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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Investing

Prem Watsa Fans: The Billionaire’s Fairfax Companies Are a Great Value Today

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holding (TSX:FFH) and the other Fairfax stocks worth betting on as they correct.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

These 2 Soaring Gold Stocks Still Look Super-Cheap!

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Mining (TSX:ABX) and Orla Mining (TSX:OLA) stand out as golden opportunities in December 2025.

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Investing

BoC Cut Interest Rates, So These Mid-Cap Stocks Are a Buy Now

| Joey Frenette

iShares S&P/TSX Completion ETF (TSX:XMD) is a great ETF for mid-cap investors looking to play lower rates.

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Investing

2 of the Best Blue-Chip Stocks for This Very Moment

| Joey Frenette

Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) and another solid stock might be worth buying today for deeper value.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify Made a Transformative Deal With OpenAI: Is the Stock a Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) is an AI winner and shares might be too cheap to pass up given the growth catalysts in…

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Bank Stocks

TD Bank’s “Back to Winning” Plan Is a Massive Deal for Investors

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) stock is back to winning and it might be headed for higher highs in 2026.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy Over Enbridge

| Joey Frenette

Leon's Furniture (TSX:LNF) stock and another dividend payer have better value than Enbridge (TSX:ENB) right now.

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Investing

Reach for the Stars? I’d Buy These 2 Momemtum Stocks Together

| Joey Frenette

Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) and another unstoppable Canadian stock with newfound momentum.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Soaring Higher With No Signs of Slowing

| Joey Frenette

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) and another hot stock are worth sticking with in December.

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Energy Stocks

This Undervalued Stock Is Surging, and It’s Still a Buy on the Way Up

| Joey Frenette

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) shares might be too cheap to ignore despite industry challenges.

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Investing

TFSA: 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Run

| Joey Frenette

Consider Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another strong buy for a TFSA fund.

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Investing

The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) and another great dividend stock that's worth holding in your TFSA for life.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Powerhouses: Top Canadian Stocks to Enhance Your Portfolio

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) might be one of the stock dividend powerhouses to load up on while the yield is above 9%.

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Investing

Lazy Investor: This Dividend Growth Stock Deserves a Permanent Place in Your TFSA

| Joey Frenette

TFI International (TSX:TFII) or Badger Infrastructure Solutions (TSX:BDGI) stand out as great long-term holds for a TFSA.

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Investing

Better Buy: Fortis Stock or Hydro One Stock?

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and Hydro One (TSX:H) are great risk-off utility stocks to own when times get hard.

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Tech Stocks

Young Investors: These Are the AI Stocks You Should Aim to Own

| Joey Frenette

Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) stock stands out as an AI stock that Canadians might find to be worth owning on weakness.

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Bank Stocks

The Canadian Bank Stocks Still Have More Gas in the Tank

| Joey Frenette

BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (TSX:ZEB) is a standout ETF worth looking for if you like the banks for…

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Investing

Don’t Miss These TSX Stocks Whose Payouts Just Keep Growing

| Joey Frenette

CN Rail (TSX:CNR) and another dividend growth stock still worth buying in this market.

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Tech Stocks

Why Now is the Time to Invest in Canadian AI Stocks Like Celestica

| Joey Frenette

Celestica (TSX:CLS) stock rocketed higher on Monday and its not done yet!

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Prediction: This Canadian Mining Stock Will Outperform the TSX

| Joey Frenette

Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX:AEM) is a great miner that's corrected and is worth stashing away long term.

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Investing

This Top Stock Keeps Finding New Ways to Reward Investors

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) stock stands out as a great gainer to hold for the long run.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Dividend Stock in November: Telus or BCE?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) and the telecoms are in a bad spot right now, but the yields are tempting.

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Investing

A Dirt-Cheap Stock to Buy With $3,000 Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock looks like a bargain buy right now.

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Investing

2 Easy ETFs to Build Serious Long-Term Wealth

| Joey Frenette

Invesco Nasdaq 100 Index ETF (TSX:QQC) and another great ETF fit for passive investors.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Ultra-Low-Volatility Stocks With Solid Dividends

| Joey Frenette

Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) and another low-beta stock that's worth buying for defence and dividends.

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Investing

It’s Near 52-Week Lows, So Is This Stock a Bargain or Buyer Beware?

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) shares are selling off pretty quickly, but the dividend looks too big and too good to pass up!

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over Telus Stock Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) might be a less scary dividend stock to buy as market volatility picks up speed.

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Bank Stocks

The Top Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Buy Going Into 2026

| Joey Frenette

TD Bank (TSX:TD) stock isn't rattled by volatility amid AI valuation fears, making the name a top pick for the…

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Energy Stocks

If Go-Go Growth Is Hitting the Top, I’d Buy These Safer Stocks Instead

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) stock is a great way to improve your portfolio's defensive positioning amid market volatility.

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Investing

2 Blue-Chip Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another strong blue chip still worth buying up right now.

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Still Soaring Higher With Zero Signs of Slowing

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and another stock are still working well in this market environment.

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Dividend Stocks

These Days, I’d Much Rather Buy Value Stocks Over Growth as AI Fears Mount

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) stock has momentum, value and a great dividend, making it a great fit for investors looking for…

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Investing

The Single Stock I’d Want to Own Before the Next Big AI Correction

| Joey Frenette

Brookfield Corp. (TSX:BN) is a great value pick in a pricier market.

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Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Watching These Dividend All-Stars Very Closely

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) and another dividend star that's worth watching very closely going into the year's end.

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Tech Stocks

1 High-Potential Stock That Too Many Canadians Are Overlooking

| Joey Frenette

Celestica (TSX:CLS) stock took a big hit, but shares might be worth watching on the way down this winter.

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Tech Stocks

I Can’t Wait to Buy This Stock (but I’m Being Patient Anyway)

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) looks great, but I'm not rushing to load up after the recent correction.

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Investing

1 Undervalued TSX Dividend Stock I’d Buy Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) is a dividend payer that might hold up as markets reverse course.

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Investing

1 High-Yield Play to Buy and Hold Forever

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) shares stand out as a great income investment to buy and hold if you're fed up with…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Growth Stocks I’d Happily Buy Now and Hold for at Least the Next 3 Years

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama (TSX:DOL) stock and another grower worth buying and holding for the long haul.

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Dividend Stocks

A Dirt-Cheap Dividend Stock I’d Buy With a Big Chunk of My Next TFSA Contribution

| Joey Frenette

IA Financial (TSX:IAG) may have nearly doubled in two years, but shares still look severely undervalued.

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