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TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, February 13

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Friday, February 13

Following a broad selloff sparked by sliding commodities, the TSX enters today with eyes on the U.S. consumer inflation...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 6 min read
The 3 Dividend Stocks All Investors Should Own

The 3 Dividend Stocks All Investors Should Own

With record earnings, solid balance sheets, and attractive yields, these three TSX dividend stocks stand out for dividen...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
What to Know About Canadian Bank Stocks in 2026

What to Know About Canadian Bank Stocks in 2026

Bank stocks have had a big run, but some turbulence could be on the way. The post What to Know About Canadian Bank Stock...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
1 Dividend Great I’d Buy Over Telus or BCE Stock Today

1 Dividend Great I’d Buy Over Telus or BCE Stock Today

Telus (TSX:T) and BCE (TSX:BCE) are great deep-value options, but there are timelier, cheaper dividend payers. The post...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
Balance Your TFSA: A Top Strategic Canadian ETF to Own

Balance Your TFSA: A Top Strategic Canadian ETF to Own

Is your TFSA too heavy in Canadian stocks? This Vanguard ETF could help balance it out. The post Balance Your TFSA: A To...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
TFSA Gold: 2 Dividend Stocks I’d Lock In Now

TFSA Gold: 2 Dividend Stocks I’d Lock In Now

Gold’s big swings can make it feel less like a TFSA “shield." These two monthly-paying REITs offer an income-focused alt...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 9% to Buy and Hold for Decades

1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 9% to Buy and Hold for Decades

With shares pulling back and free cash flow holding strong, TFI International could be a compelling buy-and-hold stock f...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
This 7.3% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month

This 7.3% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month

If consistent passive income is your goal, this grocery-anchored REIT’s monthly dividend might deserve a spot in your po...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
The Unexpected Benefit of Canada’s Lower Interest Rates

The Unexpected Benefit of Canada’s Lower Interest Rates

Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS), which has a lot of debt, benefits from low interest rates. The post The Unexpected Benefit of Cana...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
Why Chasing High Yields Is the Fastest Way to Lose Money

Why Chasing High Yields Is the Fastest Way to Lose Money

Read this before you get suckered into a yield trap. The post Why Chasing High Yields Is the Fastest Way to Lose Money a...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
An 8.4% Dividend Stock Paying Cash Out Monthly

An 8.4% Dividend Stock Paying Cash Out Monthly

Nexus Industrial REIT (TSX:NXR) pays juicy monthly distributions yielding 8.4%. Is the yield too good to be true? The po...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read
The Big Risk Lurking in U.S. Index Funds Right Now

The Big Risk Lurking in U.S. Index Funds Right Now

U.S. index funds can hide a major mega-cap tech bet,. ZQQ tries to tame currency swings while keeping that growth exposu...

By Alex Smith 4 months ago 5 min read