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Why Are Canadian Investors So Obsessed With ETFs?

Here's why ETFs are so popular among Canadian investors and some of my top ETF picks.

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Venture Beyond the S&P 500: How Small Caps Can Energize Canadian Portfolios

Investing in small-cap stocks can potentially provide higher returns at the cost of greater risk.

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Oh, Canada! Homegrown Alternatives That Outshine SPY Stock for Canadian Investors

These Canadian-listed S&P 500 ETFs are great alternatives to SPY.

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Beyond SPY Stock: How Canadian Investors Can Capture Greater Returns

Here are two local alternatives to the popular SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY).

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Wall Street: Your Ticket to International Diversification for Canadian Portfolios

Investing in ETFs tracking the Nasdaq 100 can provide exposure to the biggest U.S. tech growth stocks.

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Buying SPY Stock in Canada? Know When to Look Closer to Home

Avoid currency risk with this Canadian ETF focused on the US market

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Diversify Your Portfolio With These 3 Canadian ETFs for July 2023

ETFs can provide instant diversification at a low cost. Here are my top three picks for July.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Canadian Investors Should Consider Investing in U.S. Stocks

The U.S. market has great growth and tech-oriented indexes like the Nasdaq 100 worth considering.

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Investing in Water: Liquid Assets for Your Portfolio

This unique ETF is one of the few ways Canadian investors can gain exposure to water assets.

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Unleash Your Investing Power: Why the S&P 500 Is the Ultimate Growth Engine for Canadians

The S&P 500 Index remains a stalwart choice for investors that is still hard to beat. Here's why.

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Wall Street: Your Ticket to International Diversification for Canadian Portfolios

Here's an easy way to get access to a highly diversified portfolio of U.S. stocks.

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If You’d Invested $10,000 in CNR Stock in 2002, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

CNR has historically beaten the market. Here's how it did it.

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If You’d Invested $5,000 in Pembina Pipeline Stock in 2013, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

Pembina's history has been a wild but rewarding ride for investors. Here's a breakdown.

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If You’d Invested $1,000 in Telus Stock in 2008, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

Here's how a 2008 investment in Telus would have worked out, along with what I would have done instead.

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If You’d Invested $1,000 in Canadian Tire Stock in 2008, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

A dividend-growth stock like Canadian Tire can be a great way to kickstart a portfolio. Here's how to take it…

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If you’d invested $5,000 in BMO Stock in 2004, here’s how much you’d have today

BMO has historically been a great investment, but I'd rather do this instead.

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

These two ETFs provide affordable exposure to thousands of U.S. stocks.

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If You’d Invested $5,000 in Sun Life Stock in 2010, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

Insurance stocks like Sun Life are overlooked but essential parts of the Canadian financial sector.

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Stocks for Beginners

Outpace the TSX: Canadian Investors Can Unlock Unrivaled Opportunities in U.S. Stocks

Consider ETFs tracking the S&P 500 or the Nasdaq 100 for diversified exposure to U.S. stocks.

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Here’s What I Would Buy Instead of Telus Stock

This infrastructure ETF offers access to a portfolio of top Canadian dividend stocks as a compelling alternative to investing in…

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The AI Gold Rush: How to Strike it Rich With the Right Stocks

These three ETFs from Horizons provide exposure to AI-themed stocks.

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Stocks for Beginners

Make Your Money Work Harder: Why Canadian Investors Should Seek Growth in U.S. Stocks

These ETFs provide affordable access to a diversified portfolio of U.S. stocks.

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2 Stocks to Invest in a Sideways Economy

Low-volatility dividend stocks from Canada's utility sector can be great picks for stagnant times.

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Better Dividend Buy: Emera or Fortis Stock?

Here's how I would personally settle the Fortis versus Emera debate.

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Investing in Canadian Real Estate: Stable Returns and Long-Term Growth

Canadian REIT ETFs can offer a great mix of income, growth, and exposure to real estate at a low cost.

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TFSA: 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks for Your $6,500 Contribution Room

These two top Canadian bank stocks could be great investments for a $6,500 TFSA contribution.

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

Both CNR and CP are great long-term picks. Here's why.

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These TSX Stocks Are Safe Havens in Volatile Markets

This ETF provides investors with a ready-made portfolio of top, low-volatility Canadian stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Dividend Stocks for Investors Looking for Steady Passive Income

These two ETFs provide pre-made exposure to diversified portfolios of Canadian dividend stocks.

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy: The Pros and Cons of Investing in Canada’s Oil Sands

Here's a high-level overview of the advantages and disadvantages of investing in Canada's oil sands with Suncor.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Cameco’s Nuclear Renaissance: How Uranium Could Power Your Portfolio

Cameco is a popular Canadian stock for uranium exposure. Here's how I'd take it to the next level.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Pay Off Debt and Get Rich in 20 Years

Here's how good financial habits coupled with a S&P 500 index ETF can set you up for success.

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Energy Stocks

Beat Inflation With TSX Stocks – The Perfect Hedge Against Rising Prices

These two energy sector ETFs could work as a potential hedge against inflation.

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Tech Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Tech Stocks Trading Cheaply?

These two ETFs provide affordable exposure to U.S. and Canadian tech stocks.

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Better Dividend Buy: Canadian Utilities or Fortis Stock?

Both utility stock are favourites among Canadian dividend investors. Here's what I would pick.

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Better Buy: Telus Stock or Rogers Communications Stock?

Here's what I would personally opt for instead of the two telecom giants.

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Canadian Pharmaceuticals: Invest in the Future of Healthcare

These two ETFs can provide Canadian investors with exposure to global healthcare equities.

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How TFSA and RRSP Investors Can Turn $20,000 Into $330,000 in 30 Years

Index investing and a long-term mindset can create some serious wealth.

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How to Invest $1,000 in April 2023

A diversified all-in-one ETF can be a great place to invest $1,000

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A 2023 Bull Market? How to Prepare for an Upswing

Young investors with a high risk tolerance can make use of these bullish ETF picks.

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