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Stocks for Beginners

To learn more about Stocks for Beginners, take a look at our Guide to How to Start Investing in Canada for all the details.

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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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Stocks for Beginners

Just Released: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2024 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

The Motley Fool's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go…

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Stocks for Beginners

Just Released: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in February 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Making money investing in stocks is not hard -- often, all you need is patience.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Motley Fool Stock Advisor's yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I…

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Stocks for Beginners

Just Released: The 5 Best Stocks to Buy in January 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Let’s cut to the chase: It’s absolutely true that shares of Redfin, an online real estate platform, have fallen 93%…

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Stocks for Beginners

Just Released: 10 Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in 2023 [PREMIUM PICKS]

| Iain Butler

Our yearly list of "Starter Stocks" is our attempt to answer a simple question: “Where do I go first?”

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $1,500? You Can Confidently Add These 3 Stocks to Your Portfolio

| Jed Lloren

Do you have $1,500 that you’re hoping to invest? Here are three stocks to add to your portfolio!

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Cheap Stocks I’d Buy in Bulk Before a Bull Market Arrives

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

All three of these cheap stocks trade in value territory, and offer up dividends you can lock up before the…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Royal Bank of Canada Stock a Buy for its 3.3% Dividend Yield?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Royal Bank stock has long been one of the best buys on the TSX, and that remains the case after…

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Tech Stocks

How to Invest in Canadian AI Stocks for Long-Term Gains

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're looking for top tech stocks, these AI stocks are certainly ones to consider for long-term gains.

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Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Bullish on CAPREIT Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CAPREIT stock is a solid option for investors looking to get a great deal for future growth from dividends and…

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Dividend Stocks

Is BCE Stock a Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BCE stock has a long and storied history as a stable dividend provider. But is this dividend stock hitting a…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Stock Down 16% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A recent stock price dip could make this stock an excellent buy-and-hold candidate for patient investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Want Decades of Passive Income? 4 Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income doesn't have to be tricky or complicated, especially with these top dividend stocks that weather any storm.

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Tech Stocks

3 Monster Stocks to Hold for the Next 3 Years

| Puja Tayal

Stocks can generate better returns if you stay invested. These stocks are in a downturn but have the potential to…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Allied Stock a Buy for Its 9.9% Dividend Yield?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Allied stock is one great dividend stock for monthly income, but if that's all it offers, is the stock still…

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Energy Stocks

1 Miracle-Working Dividend Stock Down 18% to Buy Immediately

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Buying a stock while it's down is a time-tested strategy of long-term investors. This energy stock has the added bonus…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Stock Ready to Surge Into 2025

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

First Quantum stock has nearly doubled in share price in the last year, but is more on the way for…

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Energy Stocks

A Dividend Aristocrat I’d Buy Over This Dividend King Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These dividend stocks are strong contenders for any portfolio, but one might edge out the other.

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Dividend Stocks

A 7.7% Dividend Stock Paying Cash Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock is a prime choice for those wanting not just regular cash flow, but cash every single month!

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock or Rogers Stock: Are Either a Smart Buy for Canadians?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two telecom stocks are strong options, or at least they have been in the past. But what does the…

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're thinking about long-term growth for a TFSA, these are the top sectors along with the top stocks for…

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Tech Stocks

4 Momentum Stocks to Buy as the TSX Rises Higher

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These four momentum stocks are the perfect options for investors wanting to gain more income, not just now but for…

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Stocks for Beginners

How 2 Stocks Could Turn $10,000 Into $100,000 by 2030

| Jitendra Parashar

The strong fundamental outlook of these two Canadian growth stocks could significantly multiply their value over the next several years.

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s How Much Canadians at 35 Need to Retire

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want to create enough cash on hand to retire, then consider an ETF in one of the safest…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $10,000? Buy This Dividend Stock for $4,992.40 in Total Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want almost $5,000 in annual passive income? Then you need a company bound for even more growth, with a dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

Watch Out! This is the Maximum Canadians Can Contribute to Their RRSP

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

We often discuss the maximum TFSA amount, but did you know there's a max for the RRSP as well? Here's…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP at 70: Is it Enough if Invested in an RRSP?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Even if you wait to take out CPP at 70, it's simply not going to cut it during retirement. Which…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Marvellous Canadian Dividend Stock Down 11% to Buy and Hold Immediately

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Buying up this dividend stock while it's down isn't just a smart move, it could make you even more passive…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top Red Flags the CRA Watches for Every Single TFSA Holder

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA is perhaps the best tool for creating extra income. However, don't fall for these CRA traps when investing!

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 5,144 Shares of This Top Dividend Stock for $300/Month in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Pick up the right dividend stock, and investors can look forward to high passive income each and every month.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Safe Canadian Stocks for Cautious Investors

| Jitendra Parashar

Without taking unnecessary risks, cautious investors in Canada can still build a resilient portfolio by focusing on safe stocks like…

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Grow Your TFSA Well Past the Average

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Need to catch up quick with your TFSA? Consider some regular contributions to this top bank stock, as well as…

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Stocks for Beginners

Prediction: Here Are the Most Promising Canadian Stocks for 2025

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are three top Canadian stocks that could deliver solid returns on your investments in 2025.

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Top TSX Stocks

A 6 Percent Dividend Yield Today! But Here’s Why I’m Buying This TSX Stock for the Long Term

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want a great stock to buy? You will regret not buying this TSX stock and its decades of growth and…

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Dividend Stocks

TELUS Stock Has a Nice Yield, But This Dividend Stock Looks Safer

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TELUS stock certainly has a shiny dividend, but the dividend stock simply doesn't look as stable as this other high-yielding…

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Stocks for Beginners

Have $2,000? These 2 Stocks Could Be Bargain Buys for 2025 and Beyond

| Joey Frenette

Fairfax Financial Holdings (TSX:FFH) and another bargain buy are fit for new Canadian investors.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Growth Stocks Set to Skyrocket in the Next 12 Months

| Jitendra Parashar

Despite delivering disappointing performance in 2024, these two cheap Canadian growth stocks could offer massive upside in 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Stock Down 12% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This top stock may be down 12% right now, but don't see that as a problem. See it as a…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Is TELUS Stock a Risky Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TELUS stock has long been a strong dividend provider, but what should investors consider now after recent earnings?

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Laurentian Bank Stock a Buy for its 6.5% Dividend Yield?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Laurentian Bank stock may have a stellar dividend yield, but there are several risks involved with taking on this stock…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Superior TSX Stocks Could Triple in 5 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you seek a TSX stock that's going to triple in share price, you need to dip in deep. So…

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3 Safe Canadian Stocks to Buy Now and Hold During Market Volatility

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These Canadian stocks offer the perfect trio for investors looking for growth, income, and long-term holds.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Smartest Growth Stock to Buy With $5,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This top growth stock has been climbing not just this year, but for years on end! And it's not about…

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Stocks for Beginners

Are TD Stock and BNS Stock Smart Buys for Canadian Investors?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

TD stock and Scotiabank both delivered earnings this week, so let's look at whether now is the time to buy,…

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Dividend Stocks

Billionaires Are Selling Lululemon Stock and Picking Up This TSX Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Here's why some are parting ways with their athleisure darlings and choosing this dividend darling instead.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

The best growth stocks are those you can buy and hold for years and maybe even decades. Let these great…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Immediately With Just $1,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Two standout stocks that can transform a modest sum into a hefty gain over time through the power of compounding.

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