Every year, and especially in strong markets, I get some version of the same question: “Should I wait to invest until after stocks drop?” Right now, with the S&P/TSX 60 at record highs, plenty of people are thinking about holding cash on the sidelines. I’m not in the business of timing the market, and history…
Despite Canadian and American stock indices trading near all-time highs, there are signs a recession is nearing. The real estate market is cooling, unemployment is rising, and business investments have declined. If you are worried about a recession in Canada, some quality stocks should remain resilient. Here are four kinds of stock investments to consider…
After the TSX Index rose to new all-time highs last week, it is becoming harder to find Canadian stocks at attractive valuations. During the Trump mini-crash, you could pick up almost any stock and watch it rise from that bottom. However, investing is more challenging today. The stock market appears to be in a no-man’s…
Navigating the ups and downs of the stock market can feel like a rollercoaster. When the market takes a downward turn, often referred to as a bear market, it might seem like a worrying time for investors. However, these periods can also present some interesting opportunities. As stock prices fall, some companies that are fundamentally…
Investing in quality, undervalued Canadian stocks with significant upside potential can help you consistently deliver outsized gains. In this article, I have identified five cheap TSX stocks you can buy now with $5,000. Let’s see why. Whitecap Resources stock Whitecap Resources (TSX:WCP) reported an “exceptional year” for 2024, with consistent production outperformance that led to…
Canada’s transportation sector is expected to grow steadily through 2030. According to a research report from Grand View Research, Canada’s logistics market is forecast to grow to $473.7 billion by 2030, indicating a compounded annual growth rate of 7.5%. Several other subsectors, such as warehousing, freight, and distribution, are also poised to expand in the…
With so much economic and political uncertainty on the horizon, it can be challenging to know what stocks to buy today. Risks are high but so are stock valuations. The market has hardly corrected given some of the potential headwinds. Investors need to be cautious today. However, it is not wise to completely pull out…
Image source: Getty Images When billionaires like Warren Buffett adjust their portfolios, it’s like a ripple in the financial waters that often leaves retail investors wondering why. Recently, Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has been trimming its stake in Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL). A stock that has long been a darling in his portfolio. At the same time, other…
Investing $9,000 in a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) can be a savvy move toward generating solid monthly passive income, especially when directed into dividend-paying stocks like Dream Industrial Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:DIR.UN). Let’s explore how this strategy can work to your advantage and how to create some massive passive income. DIR: A perfect dividend…
Image source: Getty Images Pet stocks such as Chewy (NYSE:CHWY) and Pet Valu (TSX:PET) have significantly underperformed the broader markets since their respective initial public offerings. Chewy went public in June 2019 at US$22 per share. Today, it trades 75% below all-time highs. Similarly, Pet Valu was listed at $20 and went public in June…