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The Motley Fool’s guide on the coronavirus pandemic and how it may affect your investments.

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Air Canada Stock Fell 5% in November: Is it a Buy Today?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock saw remarkable improvements during its last quarter but still dropped 5% with more recession hints. So,…

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Is Air Canada Stock a Buy Today?

| Andrew Walker

Airlines are on the rebound. Does Air Canada stock deserve to be on your buy list?

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Retirees: 2 Healthcare Stocks That Could Help Set You up for Life

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Healthcare stocks offer an incredible opportunity for growth for those investors who look to the right stocks, such as these…

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Remember March 2020? Grab Those Growth Stocks Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks soared in the double- and even triple-digit range once and are bound to do so once…

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Why TSX Stocks Rebounded on Tuesday

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TSX stocks started climbing back, as investors perhaps believe the worst of the worst is over, and it's time for…

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Bombardier: Could This 2021 Top Gainer TSX Stock Keep Pace in 2022?

| Vineet Kulkarni

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) stock soared a massive 260% last year against TSX stocks' average 20% gain.

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Why Loblaw Stock Soared 65% in 2021

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Loblaw (TSX:L) managed to be a major defensive play during the last year, and yet it could still be a…

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How Cineplex Stock Is Placed in 2022

| Vineet Kulkarni

Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock gained 47% and outperformed broader markets. But will it continue to rise in 2022?

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Recent Coronavirus News

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Justin Trudeau’s CERB Extension Took the Form of CRB/EI

| Puja Tayal

The most anticipated CERB extensions are here. However, this time it is not an extension of eight weeks or four…

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2nd Wave of Coronavirus: Avoid These Stocks No Matter How Cheap They Get

| Daniel Da Costa

The second wave of coronavirus is here, bringing with it a wave of uncertainty. Whatever happens over the next few…

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Bank Stocks

WARNING: October Sell-Off Could Be Worse Than September Market Crash

| Jitendra Parashar

Many negative factors suggest that the September market crash could intensify in October. Here’s how you can protect your investments…

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2 Millionaire-Maker TSX Stocks You Won’t Want to Wait on

| Daniel Da Costa

Both these TSX stocks offer investors incredible long-term growth potential, so the longer you wait to buy, the more upside…

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CERB Extension: All You Need to Know About the $2,000 CRB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has surprised Canadians by bringing a 26-week CERB extension in the form of CRB. Here is your complete…

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Canada Revenue Agency: Is the CRA Extending CERB Again?

| Aditya Raghunath

The CERB has not been extended. However, the Canada Revenue Agency will pay Canadians via the CRB and a revised…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Warren Buffett: A Market Crash Is Inevitable!

| Aditya Raghunath

Should you follow Warren Buffett and invest in gold mining giant Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)?

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CERB Extension: Here’s How You Should Choose the Right CRA COVID-19 Benefit

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has extended the CERB beyond the unemployment benefit. It is also giving sickness and caregiving benefits. Choose your…

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Could Tissue Paper Stocks Make You Filthy Rich?

| Joey Frenette

KP Tissue Inc. (TSX:KPT) is an underrated toilet paper stock that could soar in the face of another pandemic-induced market…

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Got $3,000? 3 Dividend Stocks Offering Stable Income

| Sneha Nahata

The dividend of these companies could continue to increase in the coming years.

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CRA: CERB Extension Just Averted Another Stock Market Crash

| Puja Tayal

After the March sell-off, the stock market rallied as much as 30% on the back of liquidity the CERB provided.…

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CERB Ends: Here’s What Affected Canadians Should Do Now

| Joey Frenette

Many Canadians have a bad case of financial anxiety with the end of CERB, but there are ways to reduce…

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How to Transition From CERB to EI

| Puja Tayal

The Justin Trudeau government has brought back EI and matched its benefits with CERB. Before you transition to EI, make…

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Air Canada Stock: When Should You Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Air Canada stock is down nearly 70% in 2020. Should you buy the stock today or wait for clear evidence…

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Warren Buffett and Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: What to Expect

| Ryan Vanzo

Warren Buffett and his holding company Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.A)(NYSE:BRK.B) are sitting on a pile of cash. Is Air Canada (TSX:AC)…

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Warren Buffett’s New $600 Million Investment

| Debra Ray

Warren Buffett's Scripps deal may mean that media stocks like BCE Inc (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) are top stocks to buy on the…

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Better Recovery Stock: Air Canada (TSX:AC) vs. Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)

| Ambrose O'Callaghan

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has its work cut out for it, while bad news keeps piling up for Aurora Cannabis Inc.…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: The Painful Part Isn’t Over

| Andrew Button

Many investors think an Air Canada (TSX:AC) rebound is coming, but these statistics paint a different picture.

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Dividend Stocks

Energy Stocks: A Top Industry to Buy Now?

| Debra Ray

It may be the perfect time for income investors to buy low-priced, high-dividend energy stocks like Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock.

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CERB Is Finished: What Comes Next to Replace CERB Payments?

| Andrew Walker

CERB is done. Here are the new benefits to replace CERB and a way Canadians can create tax-free payments of…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make More Income Starting in October 2020

| Kay Ng

Feeling tight in the wallet because of COVID-19? Make more passive income starting in October 2020. Here’s how.

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How Beginner Investors Can Become Numb to Extreme Volatility

| Joey Frenette

Why beginner investors should seek safety in boring but beautiful dividend stocks like Cascades Inc. (TSX:CAS) if they were rattled…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Sold This Canadian TSX Stock

| Debra Ray

Warren Buffett sold his stock market position in the Canadian TSX stock Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Stock Market Investing: It Takes $100 a Week to Make $1 Million

| Puja Tayal

Investing in the stock market is all about diversifying your risk, buying future growth, and selling future losses. If you…

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Hooray! Justin Trudeau Government Increases CRB/EI to $500 a Week

| Puja Tayal

The Justin Trudeau government has passed the legislation for the new recovery benefits. The legislation will match the EI/CRB payments…

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Warren Buffett: Was it a Mistake to Buy Gold Stocks?

| Daniel Da Costa

Since it was announced in August that Warren Buffett invested in a gold stock, prices have tanked. Is that it…

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Tech Stocks

The Best-Performing COVID-19 Stock So Far This Year

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Small-cap Sona Nanotech (CNX:SONA) has outperformed all other COVID-19 stocks so far in 2020. Can shares surge again before year…

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September Selloff: Prepare for More or Buy the Dip?

| Daniel Da Costa

The volatility in stock markets has been heating up the last few weeks. Here's what to do in case there…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: How to Make Money From the Dip

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock fell 19% last week to $15.8. Should you buy the stock at the dip? It depends…

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Dividend Stocks

Revealed: 3 CERB Extension Options!

| Kay Ng

Here are three ways to extend the CERB for you and your family. In fact, you can potentially get more…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Are You Eligible for the $500 CRCB?

| Puja Tayal

The CERB alternatives are here. This time, the CRA is also giving $500 CRCB a week for those who have…

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Market Crash 2.0: Approaching the Cliff

| Christopher Liew, CFA

According to analysts, the events in September point to another market crash. If you think the market is approaching the…

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TFSA Investing: 3 High-Yield Stocks to Boost Pension Income

| Andrew Walker

TFSA income investors have a number of high-yield dividend stocks and REITs to choose from right now to help boost…

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Avoid This #1 Market Crash Investing Mistake

| Christopher Liew, CFA

When the stock market crashes, it’s a mistake to sell at rock-bottom prices. You can avoid it with less-risky assets.…

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2 TSX Stocks That Can Protect Your Portfolio From Another COVID-19 Surge

| Ryan Vanzo

If you want to avoid the next COVID-19 wave, look at stocks like Hydro One (TSX:H) and Brookfield Renewable Partners…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Extend Your Recovery Benefits Beyond 26 Weeks

| Puja Tayal

Along with CRB, the CRA is introducing sickness and caregiving benefits. You can extend your CRA cash benefits beyond 26…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Rich Slowly: A Stellar Growth Stock to Buy Right Now, Even in the Face of a Worsening Pandemic

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) is the perfect value stock that can help you get rich slowly through and after…

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This Discounted Stock Is Poised to Soar as the Markets Continue Crashing Amid COVID-19

| Joey Frenette

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is a discount retailer with a heavily discounted stock given its resilience and the economic pain that…

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Warren Buffett: Sell Canada?

| Adam Othman

Warren Buffett exited his entire position in Restaurant Brands International. Does that mean you should too, or should you hold…

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Cheap Dividends: 2 TSX Financial Stocks That Are Beyond Undervalued

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) and another unloved financial stock that Canadians should buy for their helping of cheap dividends.

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