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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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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Poised to End 2024 With a Bang!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If there are two stocks that should soar back upwards during this last part of the year, it has to…

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It can be hard to come up with the perfect portfolio for a TFSA. So, don't! Invest here for the…

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Dividend Stocks

10 Years From Now, These Are the Stocks You’ll Be Glad You Own

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sometimes investing is a waiting game. But in the case of these stocks, the wait could be well worth it.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks You Can Confidently Buy Now and Hold for All Time

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Today, we aren't messing around. These Canadian stocks are the best of the best for literally any portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Investors: Should You Buy CNR or CP Stock Right Now?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two railway companies have long been superior investments. But one seem to slightly edge out the other.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: How to Create a Combo Passive Income Portfolio With a TFSA and RRSP

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income in retirement is a key option for those seeking income that lasts. And making use of the TFSA…

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Tech Stocks

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

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

CSU stock sure does look expensive, I get it. But there's a good reason behind the price of this company…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Average RRSP Balance at Age 40 in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The RRSP can be a great vehicle for saving and investing. And while Canadian retirement savings may look impressive, there…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Canadian Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Life

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

So you have an investment portfolio, but it's all in just a few stocks? If you need to diversify, here…

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Dividend Stocks

Want to earn the $1,364.60 Maximum Monthly OAS Benefit? Here’s How

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Old Age Security (OAS) offers over $1,300 in benefits, but not everyone is actually receiving this. So how can Canadians…

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Dividend Stocks

The Average RRSP Balance Isn’t Enough: Here’s How to Boost it

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

While it might sound like a lot, the RRSP average just isn't going to cut it for more retirees. So…

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Dividend Stocks

Use the TFSA and Create $460.80 in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The TFSA is a great way to create some savings, but by maxing it out with a dividend stock, you…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best Canadian ETFs $100 Can Buy on the TSX Today

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two of the top TSX ETFs you can buy to with just $100.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Growth Stocks to Buy Immediately With $3,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two top growth stocks are overflowing with reasons to buy them up today. And growth is certainly one key…

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Dividend Stocks

A Passive-Income Powerhouse: Have it All With This AI Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

OpenText (TSX:OTEX) has a long history of growth and innovation through its cloud, data, and AI strategy. And it also…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: 3 Top TSX Stocks to Amp Up Your $7,000 Contribution

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Many Canadians might have a TFSA, but hardly any one has a well-diversified portfolio. So here's how to get started.

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Dividend Stocks

Taking CPP at 70: Is it Ever Worth the Wait?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When it comes to taking out CPP, it looks like hardly any Canadians are waiting until 70. So when is…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best Stocks to Invest $500 in Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The time is ripe as the stock market is responding to rate cuts. Now is the time to invest $500…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $15,000 in This Dividend Stock for $108.26 in Monthly Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Monthly passive income stocks can give you far more than annual returns, but dividend income that can be reinvested time…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 TSX Stocks Soaring Higher With No Signs of Slowing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These three top TSX stocks are only looking to grow higher as the markets recover and growth opportunities abound.

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Dividend Stocks

Beyond Basic: Turn That TFSA Into a Gold Mine With $7,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Basic materials are anything but basic. These are the back bone of every economy, and should be the back bone…

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This Index Fund

| Kay Ng

Market-wide index funds offer balance and diversification, and provide growth potential and risk mitigation for new investors.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Must-Haves: 2 Canadian Stocks to Secure Your Savings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

When it comes to secure stocks for your RRSP, keep the guess work out of it and consider these two…

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Stocks for Beginners

10% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding it for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sometimes it takes thinking outside the box to really get in on some strong action. And that's what we're considering…

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Stocks for Beginners

Time to Pounce: 1 TSX Stock That Hasn’t Been This Cheap in Way Too Long

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This silver stock offers up a huge opportunity for growth, all while trading at a price that is far too…

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Dividend Stocks

Is It Too Late to Buy Fortis Stock Now?

| Kay Ng

Fortis stock is driven by a quality business, making it a valuable addition to a diversified portfolio, at the right…

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over Canadian Utilities Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

While Canadian Utilities stock has had a great run, it may not be the best option any more. And this…

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Stocks for Beginners

4 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for growth and income? These four Canadian stocks are the best of the best, especially as a long-term hold.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks Poised to Have a Sizzling September

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These two TSX stocks are primed for a strong end to the summer with earnings on the way. And now…

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Top TSX Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $1,000

| Demetris Afxentiou

There's no shortage of top Canadian stocks to buy on the market. Here are two options to consider buying right…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Colossal Canadian Stock Down 15% to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for income at a cheap price? Allied stock could certainly offer that up, especially for long-term investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Fairfax Financial Now Pays $20.29 in Dividends Per Share: Time to Buy the Stock?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, Fairfax comes with a hefty price tag. However, that price tag also comes with a hefty, and safe, dividend!

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginning Investors: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy With $500 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The time is ripe as the TSX is down. If you have $500, now is the right time to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian ETFs to Buy and Hold in Your TFSA Forever and Ever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

ETFs are a perfect, hands-off way to constantly have the perfect portfolio on hand. And these two are at the…

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Near Lows to Buy Up Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Looking for growth at a great price? These two TSX stocks offer that up in spades. As long as you…

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Energy Stocks

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over Enbridge Stock Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Enbridge stock (TSX:ENB) has long been one of the best dividend payers out there. But, perhaps it might be time…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Passive Income Stream and 1 Dividend Stock for Ultimate Easy Earnings

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income needs to be one thing: passive! Put in minimal effort for more money, and turn it into even…

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Stocks for Beginners

YouTube Automation: Is The Latest Passive Income Trend Worth it?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Heard of YouTube automation? It's the newest trend of creating content with almost no effort. So here's how it works.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Stocks I’m Loading Up on in 2024

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are two of the most attractive growth stocks from your portfolio that I’m loading up on in 2024.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Things You Need to Know If You Buy Canadian Western Bank Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) recently received approval to be taken over by National Bank, so what should investors do now?

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