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Top TSX Stocks

5 Top Stocks to Buy in October [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Here are five hand-picked stocks the team at Motley Fool Canada thinks are particularly smart investments this month.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in September [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Here are five hand-picked stocks the team at Motley Fool Canada thinks are a good value this month.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in August 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Movements in the market create a lot of opportunity. Even if you’re not ready to act now, here are five…

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in July 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Five companies that the market is ignoring -- and that we think are good stocks to buy right now.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in June 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

This month’s collection of our five favourite stocks leans hard on the energy sector.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in April 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Nate Parmelee (TMFDoraemon)

Today's historically high dividend yields of 6% to 9% just might be here to stay. Some payouts could even grow.

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Top TSX Stocks

Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in March 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Forget the hype. The best opportunity is in a sector the market is ignoring.

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Stocks for Beginners

Can You Guess the 10 Most Popular Canadian Stocks? (If You Own Them, You Might Be Losing Out.)

| Iain Butler

The list is woefully predictable.

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Investing

Is Manulife Stock a Good Buy?

| Joey Frenette

Manulife Financial (TSX:MFC) stock still looks way too cheap if you like capital gains and dividend growth over time.

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Stock Market

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, October 11

| Jitendra Parashar

In addition to Statistics Canada’s latest labour force report, the latest U.S. wholesale inflation data will shape TSX sentiment ahead…

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Top TSX Stocks

The 3 Best Stocks to Buy in Canada Right Now for the Long Haul

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for some "forever" stocks? Consider these for growth potential and their dividends.

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The Best REIT ETF to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF holds North American REITs and pays a high monthly yield.

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $2,000 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

With interest rates now declining and the economic environment improving, here are two of the smartest dividend stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Monthly Paying REIT: NorthWest Healthcare Properties or RioCan?

| Rajiv Nanjapla

With both REITs offering over 5.5% dividend yields, let’s assess which of the two would be a better buy right…

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Energy Stocks

3 Must-Buy Energy Stocks for Canadians in October

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Top Canadian energy stocks are heating up this October. Secure your share of the potential gains now.

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Tech Stocks

Up 83% From Its 52-Week Low, Is Shopify Stock Still A Buy? 

| Chris MacDonald

Let's dive into whether the recent move we've seen in Shopify stock is sustainable, or if investors have something to…

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Dividend Stocks

Build a Tax-Free Passive Income Portfolio With Just $25,000

| Aditya Raghunath

Enjoy a tasty and growing yield, alongside capital gains, with these quality dividend stocks in your TFSA.

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Investing

Where Will Bombardier Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Bombardier stock is flying higher, but could there be even more gains over the next five years? Let's dig in…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Warren Buffett Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Buffett has owned Coca-Cola for decades now. Here's why I plan to do the same.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Net Worth That Puts You in the Top 10% of Canadians by Age

| Andrew Button

You can increase your net worth by investing in dividend stocks and holding them for the long haul.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Maxed Out on CPP? Use This Tax Credit Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CPP payments only go so far, but there are other ways to save and make money.

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pensioners: Boost Your Passive Income With These 2 Dividend Stocks

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) and another top income stock that can help supplement a CPP pension in retirement.

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Tech Stocks

Where Did Well Health Stock Go Wrong? 

| Chris MacDonald

Well Health (TSX:WELL) is among the former post-pandemic high flyers that have been hit hard. Let's dive into what went…

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Energy Stocks

1 Trending Growth Stock Down 8% to Buy and Hold for the Long Haul

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This top mover has risen about 40% in the last month but is still down from its all-time high.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Alimentation Couche-Tard Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Adam Othman

Consumer staples stocks are relatively safe, especially when compared to consumer discretionary stocks; different business models might enhance or dampen…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy and Hold This Dividend Aristocrat Up 2,200% Over 24 Years

| Andrew Button

The Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) stock has performed very well long term.

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Tech Stocks

Here Are My Top 3 Tech Stocks to Buy Now

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Are you looking to invest in a tech stock today? Here are three companies to add to your watch list.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn $955/Year in Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This trending stock can help you earn passive income without lifting a finger.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Dividend Stocks That Are Screaming Buys in October

| Robin Brown

Looking for dividend stocks that have been raising their dividends? Here are four Canadian stocks for income and growth.

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Retirement

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 64 in Canada

| Chris MacDonald

Here's an analysis of what the average TFSA balance is at age 64 in Canada, and what younger investors may…

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Investing

These 2 Dividend ETFs Are a Retiree’s Best Friend

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these dividend ETFs pay monthly and have delivered competitive historical returns.

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Stock Market

Want $1 Million in Retirement? 3 Simple Index Funds to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Aditya Raghunath

Investing in low-cost index funds such as the VUG, SCHD, and XIT can help Canadian investors retire with $1 million.

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Tech Stocks

3 S&P 500 Stocks to Help You Retire Rich

| Aditya Raghunath

Investing in blue-chip S&P 500 stocks such as Microsoft and Broadcom should help you generate outsized gains in 2024 and…

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over TC Energy Stock Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The yield on this stock isn't as high as TC Energy's -- but it's safer.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Franco-Nevada Stock a Buy for Its 1.2% Dividend Yield?

| Adam Othman

Gold royalty stocks represent a niche in the precious metals industry. They have different dynamics from mining stocks.

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Investing

TFSA: 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for Tax-Free Gains 

| Chris MacDonald

Here's why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) are two top Canadian growth stocks to put in a TFSA.

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Energy Stocks

Is Pembina Pipeline Stock a Buy for its 4.7% Dividend Yield?

| Jitendra Parashar

Besides its consistently growing dividend payouts, these growth initiatives make Pembina Pipeline stock even more attractive to buy now and…

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Dividend Stocks

Beat the TSX With This Cash-Gushing Dividend Stock

| Kay Ng

This monthly dividend stock offers a nice dividend yield and a solid performance history.

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Tech Stocks

Why I’d Buy Constellation Software Stock Even at Today’s Prices

| Puja Tayal

Constellation Software stock rose from $2,000 in 2021 to $4,000 in 2024. The more you delay your purchase, the more you…

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Stock Market

3 Key Steps to Take as the TSX Breaks Record Highs

| Kay Ng

It's surely nice to enjoy a rising market. Simultaneously, let's not forget that market corrections will also occur at some…

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Stock Market

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Thursday, October 10

| Jitendra Parashar

The important U.S. consumer inflation report and some key corporate earnings from Canada will remain on TSX investors’ radar today.

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Stocks for Beginners

How Should a Beginner Invest in Stocks? 1 Simple Investment for a Lifetime of Security

| Kay Ng

Beginner investors can consider starting investing simply with a market-wide exchange-traded fund, particularly on meaningful market corrections.

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Investing

3 High-Performing Stocks Canadian Investors Should Consider Today

| Rajiv Nanjapla

Given their solid underlying businesses and healthy growth prospects, the uptrend in these three high-performing Canadian stocks could continue, thus…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The 1 Mining Stock Canadians Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Aditya Raghunath

Newmont is a gold mining stock that trades at a cheap valuation, making it a top investment choice for those…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Under-$20 Dividend Stocks Perfect for Income Investors

| Rajiv Nanjapla

Given their solid underlying businesses and high yields, these four under-$20 dividend stocks are ideal for income-seeking investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Act Now: 1 Top Stock and 1 REIT Offering 8% Yields for Canadian Investors

| Joey Frenette

Slate Grocery REIT (TSX:SGR.UN) and another top ultra high-yielder that looks worth picking up!

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Stock Market

Optimism or Overreach? Strategies for Canadian Investors as the TSX Surges

| Kay Ng

Canadian investors can focus on investing in a diversified basket of stocks driven by great businesses with durable earnings growth…

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Tech Stocks

Why AI Stocks Should Be in Every Canadian Investor’s Portfolio

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Ride the AI wave! Canadian investors, don't miss out on the AI revolution. Learn why AI stocks belong in your…

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