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Wealth Management

Investment Rules of Thumb That Will Let You Maximize Your Portfolio Returns

Some investment rules of thumb will help your portfolio, while others will cost you money. Here’s how to tell the difference.

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How To Invest

Real-Return Bonds and How They Compare to Regular Bonds

When you buy a real-return bond, you are only protecting yourself against unanticipated rises in inflation.

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How To Invest

How to Invest in AI Stocks Without Taking Too Much Risk

Learn how Canadian investors can invest in AI stocks more safely using diversification, quality companies, TFSAs, RRSPs, and disciplined risk control.

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Growth Stocks

Lindsay Looks to International Markets for Growth

Lindsay Corp. offers long-term global growth exposure amid short-term challenges.

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ETFs

The Top Gold And Silver Stocks Are Stored In These Two ETFs

Investors who want to own gold and silver stocks may find these precious metals ETFs the best choice. Keep reading to learn more.

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Dividend Stocks

Building wealth through dividend investing is simple if you follow these tips

Investors interested in building wealth through dividend investing should focus on top quality companies with long-term records of sustainable dividends—plus a number of other key factors

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ETFs

The Dogs of the Dow Is an Example of Themed ETF Investing—But It’s a Flawed Approach

ETF investing is one of the best financial innovations of our time but themed ETF investing—including the Dogs of the Dow — is a poor investing strategy

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How To Invest

Are Defensive Stocks Really Safe? 6 Risks Investors Often Miss

Are defensive stocks safe for retirement income? Learn 6 defensive stock risks Canadian dividend investors often miss—plus practical ways to reduce dividend and portfolio risk.

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Dividend Durability Canada’s Top Long-Term Payout Growers

Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Top Long-Term Dividend Paying Stocks

Living dividend history: TSI’s latest Globe and Mail column covers 7 Canadian companies with decades of uninterrupted and rising dividends.

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Blue Chip Stocks

The Best Blue Chip Stocks to Buy: Common Traits and Benefits

To succeed in the long term, find the best blue chip stocks to buy and hold on to them.

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Wealth Management

What Is Sequence of Returns Risk? A Simple Guide for Canadian Retirees

Learn what sequence of returns risk means, why it matters in retirement, and how Canadian investors can reduce it with safer withdrawal planning.

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Dividend Stocks

IGM Financial Offers Dividend Income Plus Wealthsimple-Fueled Growth

IGM Financial Inc. blends a highly profitable wealth management footprint with high-velocity next-generation financial technology applications.

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ETFs

2 Precious Metal ETFs to Buy

Precious metal ETFs have largely centred on gold stocks, and the outlook for that precious metal remains uncertain. Still for aggressive investors who want to hold precious metal ETFs, here are two that offer top-quality global miners and low fees.

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How To Invest

Investing in Stocks for Beginners: Learning What Not to Do Is a Key Part of an Investor’s Education

Investing in stocks for beginners: Focusing on just one or two factors, in our opinion, is sure to cut your returns, in the long term if not in the short.

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Growth Stocks

7 Safe Ways to Approach Growth Stocks for Conservative Investors

Learn 7 safe ways to approach growth stocks in Canada. A practical guide for conservative investors using TFSAs, RRSPs, ETFs, and risk controls.

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Blue Chip Stocks

Telus Offers a High 10.7% Yield and Long-Term Growth Beyond Wireless

Telus Corp. offer a high 10.7% yield as it blends a resilient national communications network with high-growth, cutting-edge software verticals.

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Value Stocks

Dividend Investing vs. Value Investing

In debating dividend investing vs value investing, it’s important to recognize that both can lead to favourable returns.

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How To Invest

Savvy Stock Pickers Like Investing In Spinoffs

Investing in spinoffs can boost your long-term portfolio returns.

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Penny Stocks

5-Step Plan to Move From Penny Stocks to Safer Investments

Want to move from penny stocks without giving up self-directed investing? Follow this 5-step safer investment plan that Canadian investors can use to reduce portfolio risk and build steadier income with dividend stocks, REITs, and ETFs.

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