Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Stocks for Beginners

Turn Market Fear Into Opportunity: Strategies for Canadian Investors

October 18, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two ways Canadian investors can thrive during a bear market.

Yield vs. Growth: Striking the Right Balance in Canadian Dividend Investing

October 16, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would personally settle the high dividend yield versus dividend-growth debate.

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Defensive Sectors: A Safe Haven for Canadian Investors in a Bear Market

October 14, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

ETFs targeting TSX-listed consumer staples and utilities stocks can provide lower volatility.

Dividend Stocks

Evaluating Dividend Safety: Key Indicators for Canadian Investors

October 10, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how to figure out if your dividend stock is a solid company or potential yield trap.

How Much to Invest to Get $500 in Dividends Every Month

October 10, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how a covered call ETF can help you meet your passive-income goals.

REITs in a Rising-Rate Environment: What Every Canadian Investor Should Know

October 10, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how the current rising-rate environment may affect your REIT investment.

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Investors: Here’s How to Make $750 Each Month in Retirement

September 28, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

A covered call ETF can help investors generate an above-average level of monthly income.

How Much Do You Need to Invest to Give Up Work and Live Only Off Dividend Income?

September 27, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Like many things in investing, the answer is "It depends." Here's my analysis.

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TFSA: How to Create $500 in Income Each Month for Retirement

September 27, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The TFSA is a great place to create a source of modest monthly income from.

Canadian Stocks Set to Dominate the Global Market

September 23, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why I would personally overweight Canadian stocks in my portfolio.

You Don’t Have to Pick a Winner in the U.S. Stock Market: Here’s Why

September 22, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Just buy an S&P 500 Index ETF and chill.

You Don’t Have to Pick a Winner in Bank Stocks

September 22, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Why fret over which bank stock is best when you can easily buy them all?

Tech Stocks

You Don’t Have to Pick a Winner in AI Stocks: Here’s Why

September 21, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Buy the sector instead of hoping for a moonshot.

High-Octane Returns: Fueling Your Portfolio With Canadian Energy Stocks

September 20, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

TSX-listed energy stocks are looking undervalued right now compared to the broader market.

Tech Gold Rush: Investing in Artificial Intelligence Stocks

September 20, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

I'm not a fan of the current AI hype, but here's how I would invest if I had to.

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Better Buy: Canadian Pacific Railway Stock or Canadian National Railway?

September 18, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both CNR and CP are excellent long-term buy-and-hold stocks. Here’s how I would invest in them.

Should You Invest in Artificial Intelligence Stocks Right Now?

September 17, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

AI stocks may seem like a tempting, sure-fire bet right now. Here's why I would be hesitant.

How to Pay Off Debt and Get Rich in 20 Years

September 15, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's my personal finance and investing checklist to get you started.

Here’s a Better Way to Invest in Canadian Real Estate Instead of Canadian Apartment Properties REIT

September 13, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT isn't the only way to profit from increasing real estate prices.

Here’s What I Would Buy Instead of RBC Stock

September 12, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why I personally like this ETF better than RBC stock.

What I Would Buy Instead of Alimentation Couche-Tard Stock

September 11, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's what I would feel more comfortable sinking a $6,500 TFSA contribution into instead of Alimentation Couche-Tard .

Is SPY Stock a Buy in September 2023?

August 31, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

SPY is a great ETF, but it's hardly the only choice out there for Canadian investors.

This 8% Dividend King Pays Out Every Month

August 30, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This diversified covered call ETF from BMO pays out a high yield on a monthly basis.

VFV May Be a Buy, But Is it Right for You?

August 24, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (VFV) is very popular among Canadian investors, but is it really a no-brainer pick?

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2 Top Trends to Invest $6,500 in Right Now

August 23, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two trends, one short term and one long term, that I would personally feel comfortable betting on.

Up 15% in 2023, Is it Safe to Invest in the Stock Market Right Now?

August 22, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Remember: time in the market always beats timing the market.

3 Things You Shouldn’t Do if the Stock Market Crashes

August 20, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Market crashes suck. Here's how you can avoid making them worse.

Stocks for Beginners

You Can’t Control Inflation, But You Can Control What You Do About It

August 18, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Inflation might seem scary, but you can easily overcome it with good investing behaviours and the right assets.

Stocks for Beginners

Is It Safe to Invest Today? Here’s a Better Question to Ask

August 17, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Ready to jump back into the S&P 500? Read this article if you're still on the fence about investing.

If You’d Invested $10,000 in Royal Bank Stock in 2000, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

August 16, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Royal Bank has historically been a great investment, but I’d rather do this instead.

Build the Ultimate Passive Income Portfolio With Just $5,000

August 16, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

A covered call ETF coupled with a TFSA can help you create a lucrative passive income stream.

4 Ways to Grow $100,000 Into $1 Million for Retirement Savings

August 14, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are four ways of investing long-term to to become a millionaire that don't require picking stocks.

You’ll Never Buy at the Bottom: That’s Okay

August 14, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Staying the course, focusing on low fees, and reinvesting dividends matters more for long-term success than trying to buy at…

Stocks for Beginners

You Can’t Control Interest Rates, But You Can Control What You Do About Them

August 14, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Concerned about recent changes in the Bank of Canada's interest rate? Here's what you can do.

Is it Time to Buy the Dow Jones’s 3 Worst-Performing Stocks This Year?

August 13, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why this strategy may fall short and how I would invest instead.

How to Launch a Powerful TFSA With Just $6,500

August 9, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This is how I would personally invest a $6,500 TFSA contribution.

Cross the Border to Prosperity: Canadian Investors Can Find Opportunities in the U.S. Market

July 28, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

U.S. stock market indexes like the Nasdaq 100 can provide Canadian investors with exposure to the largest tech growth stocks.

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Bypass Borders, Maximize Gains: How Canadian Investors Can Tap Into the Lucrative U.S. Market

July 27, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF is a personal favourite of mine when it comes to gaining broad exposure to U.S. stocks.

Canadian Banking Stocks: Secure Your Portfolio for July 2023 and Beyond

July 25, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two great ETF picks for investing in the Big Six Canadian bank stocks.

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Eh, Move Over SPY Stock! How Canadian ETFs are Making a Splash

July 24, 2023 | Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's a look at three Canadian ETFs I like better than SPY.

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