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Blue Chip Stocks

Here are some key tips on how to find the top stocks to buy now

All investors want to find the top stocks to buy now—and here’s how we think you can do it

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Scott Clayton

Dividend Stocks

Petro-Canada - former Toronto symbol PCA

Petro-Canada was Canada’s second largest integrated oil company. Its production centred on Western Canada before its sale to Suncor.

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Pat McKeough

How To Invest

Uncovering the Truth Behind Short-Term Trading

Short-term trading may seem appealing to beginning investors, but it’s unpredictable and can lead to significant losses

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Scott Clayton

Value Stocks

Canadian Tire soared 17.8% this year and gives you a 4.1% yield

Canadian Tire offers a 4.1% yield and has our Highest TSI Dividend Sustainability Rating – it’s a buy and we feel more price gains are on the way

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Jim Bates

ETFs

TSX ETF investing: 5 tips for successfully picking the right stocks

The best TSX ETF is a low-cost, tax-efficient way to hold stocks. Investors get a traditional mutual fund’s exposure but with nominal fees.

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Scott Clayton

How To Invest

What Does “Hold” Mean in Stocks? Understanding Our Meaning

What does “hold” mean in stocks? The answer varies, depending on who you ask. You can learn what we mean when we call a stock “okay to hold” here

3 min read

Scott Clayton

How To Invest

Here’s some valuable stock trading Information on buying and selling your investments

This important stock trading information focuses on what happens when you sell your holdings too soon or focus on short-term investing strategies over long-term results

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

Learn more about the difference between growth and value stocks to better position your portfolio for gains

Know the difference between growth and value stocks so you can include both types in your diversified portfolio to experience superior long-term gains

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Scott Clayton

How To Invest

Use stock market technical indicators as part of a broad approach to analyzing stock picks

Stock market technical indicators can help you find stocks worth buying—but they are just one tool of many you need to use

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Scott Clayton

Growth Stocks

The Best Growth Stocks to Buy Now Share a lot of the same Characteristics

To find the best growth stocks to buy now, take a broad view of the stocks available on the market and, above all, look for companies with a strong reputation

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Scott Clayton

Penny Stocks

Finding smart penny stocks to buy will be a lot easier if you follow these key tips

Finding smart penny stocks to invest in can lead to a big payday when you make the right choice—but the odds against your success are high

4 min read

Scott Clayton

How To Invest

The Four-Year Rule: One of the Must-Know Stock Trading Rules for Beginners

Are you interested in stock trading rules for beginners? The “four-year” rule is an important one to understand for growing your profits

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Scott Clayton

Blue Chip Stocks

Want to know how to find the best Canadian stocks to buy right now? Look no further

Investing in the best Canadian stocks to buy right now will lead you towards dividend-paying blue chips, bank stocks, and more

4 min read

Scott Clayton

Blue Chip Stocks

11 tips for picking TSX blue chip stocks to make profits

TSX blue chip stocks are well-established companies with attractive business prospects and trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

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Scott Clayton

ETFs

What Are the Safest Investments in Canada? The Best Canadian Funds Revealed!

The safest investments in Canada, are Canadian funds like ETFs or mutual funds that aim to equal the performance of a Canadian market index.

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Pat McKeough

Wealth Management

What is the best investment for retirement in Canada? Here’s what we think.

Wondering what is the best investment for retirement in Canada? Here is some guidance to enhance your long-term success.

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Pat McKeough

Dividend Stocks

Finding the top Canadian dividend stock picks for more profitable investing is a lot easier if you follow these tips

The best Canadian dividend stock picks include those with a long history of dividends, often a recent dividend increase, and a commitment by management to keep offering an attractive dividend.

3 min read

Scott Clayton

How To Invest

Here’s how to sort out the good from the bad investment beliefs

There are a lot of misguided investment beliefs out there. On the other hand, here are some that have proven helpful to conservative investors seeking long-term, lower-risk gains.

4 min read

Scott Clayton

Penny Stocks

Finding cheap Canadian penny stocks is easy—but spotting ones with bright futures is a lot harder

Invest in cheap Canadian penny stocks only with money you are willing to take on a lot of risk with. Learn more about reasons to avoid most of these stocks in this article now.

3 min read

Scott Clayton