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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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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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Dividend Stocks

CPP Won’t Cut It: How to Boost Your Retirement Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investing in dividend stocks can help.

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Dividend Stocks

3 CRA Red Flags for the Everyday TFSA Investor

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Millionaires aren't the only ones at risk of the CRA's scrutiny.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TFSA Stocks to Buy Right Now With $2,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA is an astute choice for those wanting to create long-term income, or who need short-term cash. And these…

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Dividend Stocks

The OAS Maximum Is Not Enough, but This Dividend Stock Can Help

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Set aside some cash to invest this top dividend stock.

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Surging Higher With No Signs of Coming Down

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for long-term holds but worried about the 52-week highs? Consider these three stocks showing no signs of slowing down.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn $561/Year in Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With a little strategy, patience, and the right investments, your TFSA can be a passive income powerhouse.

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Pays an Astonishing 10.3%

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Too many investors are simply ignoring this stock.

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Dividend Stocks

This 5.2% Monthly Dividend Stock Has So Much Room to Grow

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This monthly dividend stock is a clear winner, and it's one that offers more than just dividend growth, but substantial…

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2 Delicious Dividend Stocks I Plan to Add to My TFSA in October

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These dreamy dividend stocks can provide you with endless dividends in your TFSA. And it's why I'm considering them right…

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Dividend Stocks

9.9% Dividend Yield? I’ll Be Buying This TSX Passive-Income Stock in Bulk

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Why make investing complicated? This ETF makes earning monthly income easy.

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4 Trending Canadian Stocks That Offer Long-Term Potential

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These four Canadian stocks have seen an uptick in buys lately, but don't let that scare you off. Over time,…

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Tech Stocks

Billionaires Are Selling Nvidia and Buying This TSX Stock Instead

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Nvidia stock looks like it may have peaked for now, which is why billionaires are taking their winnings and putting…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $15,000 in This Dividend Stock for $61 in Monthly Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Monthly passive income is well within reach, especially when you have a solid dividend stock like this on hand.

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TFSA Passive Income: 4 Stocks to Buy and Never Sell

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for stocks that create perfect passive income? This TFSA dream team is the perfect portfolio just waiting to happen.

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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

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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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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1 Canadian Stock to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This Canadian stock offers perhaps the most value and best long-term outlook for any investor looking to buy and hold…

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources Stock on Sale: Why Now’s the Time to Invest

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CNQ made a major win from buying assets from Chevron stock. And yet, this company still seems to be on…

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Stocks for Beginners

Safe Stocks to Buy in Canada for October

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the most stable Canadian stocks to buy this month.

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3 TSX Growth Stocks That Show No Signs of Sinking

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three growth stocks may already be up by over 40% in 2024, but don't let that scare you off…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks That Could Secure Your Future

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks may be some of the best long-term buys today for investors looking for safety, security, and…

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Stocks for Beginners

Maximize Your $7,000 TFSA Limit in 2024 

| Puja Tayal

The 2024 TFSA limit is $7,000, the highest since the 2015 limit of $10,000. You could maximize this limit by…

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Dividend Stocks

High-Yield Alert! 3 Dividend Stocks to Buy Now for Perfect Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

High yield dividends aren't always filled with risk. And these high yielders could certainly be well worth it.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TFSA Stocks to Buy Immediately With Your $7,000 Room

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two stocks provide stability and reliable dividends to grow your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).

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Dividend Stocks

This 8.3% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This high-yielding REIT is worth a look by investors seeking monthly income.

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The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy With $7,000 Right Now

| Demetris Afxentiou

Want some of the best Canadian stocks to buy for your portfolio? Here's a trio that can provide growth and…

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Invest $10,000 in This Dividend Stock for $1,477.19 in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This dividend stock could deliver huge returns over the next few years with the rise of building activity, and it…

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Dividend Stocks

CCB Parents: You’re Getting an Upgrade in 2024

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The CCB grew even more in 2024, and with a CAGR of 3% over the last few years, it's likely…

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Stocks for Beginners

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Now for Long-Term Growth

| Demetris Afxentiou

There's no shortage of great stocks on the market that can offer long-term growth. Here's a look at two must-buy…

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Energy Stocks

This 11.1% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This energy stock offers a massive dividend, together with a solid near-term future for those wanting cash on hand every…

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Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 55 in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Seeking to boost your TFSA balance before retiring at 65? These investment strategies can help you.

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best Stocks to Invest $2,000 in Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Spread your investment across different sectors to reduce risk and increase your chances of long-term success.

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Tech Stocks

PayFare Stock: Can This Undervalued Stock Make You a Millionaire One Day?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These hidden gems provide opportunities to buy low and, hopefully, sell high.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Soaring Stocks I’d Buy Now With No Hesitation

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Worried you've missed the boat? Worry no more, as these three soaring stocks still have plenty of room to run.

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: 4 Top Canadian Stocks for 2024

| Robin Brown

Got some cash and looking to invest? Here's a mini-Canadian stock portfolio that can give you a mix of growth…

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If This Fast-Rising Stock Isn’t Yet on Your Radar, it Should Be

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This top stock has soared upwards in the last quarter.

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Stocks for Beginners

Opinion: The Top 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy for October

| Robin Brown

Some of the best investments are in stocks that you already own and that have already won. Here are three…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Blueprint: 3 Canadian Stocks to Secure Your Future

| Robin Brown

Here are three top stocks for long-term, tax-free wealth generation inside your TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Brookfield Renewable Stock, or BAM Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

BEP and BAM stock have both proven to be excellent players in the infrastructure sector. But which is the better…

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