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3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 5 Yearsfool.com
These overlooked consumer staples could reward patient investors with reliable dividends and steady growth.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
IXJ vs. IBBQ: Global Healthcare vs. Biotech -- Which ETF Is the Better Buy?fool.com
IBBQ's concentrated biotech play has delivered a higher one-year return, while IXJ'S diversified global healthcare fund has been much less volatile.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
History Says Buying Chip Stocks After a 20% Drawdown Has Usually Worked in This Cycle. Will It Work Again?fool.com
Chip stocks are down sharply again, but history suggests this AI-driven sell-off could be another buying opportunity.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, Welcome to Your No-Win Scenario, Courtesy of President Donald Trumpfool.com
No one ever said overseeing monetary policy for the world's largest economy would be easy.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
SpaceX's Unlucky Flight 13 Fails to Launch Starship. Can the Stock Survive Yet Another Delay?fool.com
A looming NASA deadline and anxious investors put Elon Musk between a space rock and a hard place.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Jensen Huang Said Nvidia Will Be the First Customer for HBM4. Here's the AI Memory Stock That Has Reportedly Locked Up 70% of Those Orders.fool.com
Jensen Huang hinted that Nvidia will be the largest customer of HBM4 solutions as the company launches next-generation chips.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Can Starbucks Continue Obliterating Dutch Bros in the Second Half?fool.com
Starbucks is winning the comeback battle in 2026, but Dutch Bros' recent pullback could be a compelling long-term buying opportunity.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
9 Social Security Mistakes That Could Be Costing You Moneyfool.com
One of these blunders could cost you 50% of your monthly Social Security benefit.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Google Cloud Revenue Grew 63% Last Quarter. Here's Why That Number Matters More Than Alphabet's Ad Business Right Now.fool.com
Investors are focusing more on what could be the company's most important segment going forward.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Not Sure Which Stocks to Buy? This Vanguard ETF Makes It Simple.fool.com
Trying to pick winning stocks can be an arduous, time-consuming, and often unsuccessful process. Just buy the broader market instead.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Warren Buffett's Top Rule for Dealing With a Stock Market Crashfool.com
The Oracle of Omaha views corrections and bear markets through a completely different lens than most investors do.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Prediction: SpaceX Stock Could Be Worth $5 Trillion or More If This 1 Thing Happensfool.com
Reaching a $5 trillion market cap could take SpaceX a while.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
ASML: Is the Stock a Buy as Demand for EUV Lithography Machines Soars?fool.com
The company has a technological monopoly on machines that are vital for manufacturing advanced logic chips and high bandwidth memory.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Social Security at 70 Isn't a No-Brainer. Here's Where It Could Backfire.fool.com
Claiming benefits as late as possible doesn't always pay off.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Jensen Huang Scores Big in Japan -- Here's How to Follow the Nvidia CEO's Lead as the Country Transforms Into a $124 Billion AI Hubfool.com
The BOTZ ETF is positioned to benefit as Japan invests in blending AI with robotics.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
If Billionaire Bill Ackman Could Buy and Hold Only 1 Investment Over the Next Decade, Here's What He'd Buyfool.com
You won't find his top recommendation among Pershing Square's investment holdings.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Tesla Just Posted Its Best Second Quarter Deliveries Ever. Here's the 1 Number That Will Actually Move the Stock on July 22.fool.com
Record deliveries are already public. What they did to profitability arrives with next week's report.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
SpaceX Stock vs. Micron Stock: Buy One and Sell the Other, According to Certain Wall Street Analystsfool.com
These Wall Street analysts recommend selling SpaceX and buying Micron.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
SpaceX Stock Is Down 45% From Its Peak. Should Investors Buy the Dip or Run for the Hills?fool.com
Elon Musk's company has already lost more than $1 trillion of its peak value.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Has Nvidia Become a Value Stock?fool.com
This AI giant is trading at a dirt cheap price.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Inflation Isn't Just a Trumpflation Problem Any Longer -- There's a New Culprit, and It Has Potentially Dire Implications for Wall Streetfool.com
The stock market's No. 1 catalyst has quickly transformed into an inflationary menace.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Social Security's 2027 COLA Forecast Was Just Updated. There's Bad News and Good News for Retirees.fool.com
Retirees on Social Security may get a smaller COLA than previously expected next year, but benefits may retain their purchasing power for the first time in several years.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Palantir Stock Slipped 35% From Its Peak. Is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Software Leader a Safe Buy for the Second Half of 2026?fool.com
Palantir's stock has gotten out in front of the business.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Global Oil Supply Is Being Squeezed From Two Directions at Once. Here Are the Best Energy Stocks to Buy.fool.com
These cash-flow-heavy businesses offer opportunities to build long-term wealth through reliable dividends and inflation protection.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
I Know That a Bear Market Is Coming Eventually. This Is Warren Buffett's Single Best Piece of Advice for Investors.fool.com
Not surprisingly, Warren Buffett looks on the bright side of market crashes.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Is Putting Its In-House Iris AI Chip Into Production in September as Part of a Plan to Double Its Computing Capacity to 14 Gigawattsfool.com
Wall Street is underestimating the implications for Meta's long-term growth.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Warren Buffett Is Disposing of His Berkshire Shares. Here's How.fool.com
The wealthy investor is accelerating his disposal of Berkshire shares to charities.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Missed Out on Sandisk's 580% Rally? Here Are 3 Chip Stocks You Can Buy Now.fool.com
Micron and Nvidia look like great deals now -- and despite its recent stellar gains, so does Sandisk.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Occidental Petroleum Cut Its Capital Spending by 8% for 2026. Should the Oil Giant Rethink Its Plans with Crude Prices Now Up 30%?fool.com
Occidental Petroleum should remain prudent and not be tempted to boost production simply because oil prices are elevated.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Some of Berkshire's Newest Bets Aren't American. Greg Abel Bought 3 Japanese Trading Houses Last Quarter.fool.com
The new CEO's first big purchases went abroad -- and the math behind them helps explain why.
Via The Motley Fool · July 18, 2026
Should You Buy Amazon Stock Before the Huge Investor Update?fool.com
Investors want to see accelerating growth to justify the massive AI investments.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Great News for Nvidia Stock Investors!fool.com
Nvidia could generate $50 billion in annual sales from this unexpected source.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Should You Buy Microsoft Stock Before the Huge Investor Update?fool.com
Rapid AI innovation is threatening Microsoft's dominant position.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
3 Undervalued Dividend Stocks You Can Buy and Hold Foreverfool.com
Investing in stocks to hold forever requires a different mindset.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Massive News for PayPal Stock Investors!fool.com
An acquisition offer is lifting PayPal stock.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Massive News for Lucid Stock Investors!fool.com
The EV company is undergoing yet another restructuring effort.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Yielding 6.5%, Is Altria Stock an Excellent Dividend Stock to Buy?fool.com
The lack of growth might not stop investors from buying Altria stock.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
SpaceX Stock: Buy the Dip?fool.com
SpaceX stock is experiencing is already experiencing a major drop.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Chewy vs. Walmart: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?fool.com
Chewy is adding physical clinics to its digital pet empire, while Walmart's scale and advertising business keep it in the lead.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
AST SpaceMobile Nears Commercial Launch: Is It Time To Buy The Dip?fool.com
AST SpaceMobile is preparing to sell its satellite-based broadband network services, but the key is who will be buying them.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Etsy vs. Wayfair: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?fool.com
Etsy maintains profitability with a 5.7% net margin, while Wayfair is still unprofitable despite 5.1% revenue growth.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Just Released: 5 Top Stocks to Buy in Augusthttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/just-released-5-top-stocks-to-buy-in-august/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=5d07a5ed-3c1e-41a2-9166-ed1f4c37e5dc
August earnings season can cause prices to swing sharply, so focusing on durable businesses with clear earnings drivers can beat trying to time every headline.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
The Most Overlooked Reason Eli Lilly Stock Keeps Surging -- and It Has Nothing to Do With Weight Lossfool.com
There's a good reason why investors are focused on Eli Lilly's GLP-1 business, but there's more going on at the company.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
All It Takes Is $5,000 Invested in Each of These 3 Dividend Stocks to Help Generate Nearly $1,200 in Passive Incomehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/all-it-takes-is-5000-invested-in-each-of-these-3-dividend-stocks-to-help-generate-nearly-1200-in-passive-income/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a5303932-fbee-4e73-addf-b18178c9d4cf
These three high-yield dividend stocks could help you earn over $1,200 annually through dividends.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
A Canadian Dividend Pick Down 13%: A Forever Holdhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/a-canadian-dividend-pick-down-13-a-forever-hold/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=151dfff2-fc28-44bd-b7eb-084a806cf19a
This Canadian energy stock might be a good holding to consider for the long run in your self-directed investment portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
For Monthly Income: A 6.1% Dividend Stock to Considerhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/for-monthly-income-a-6-1-dividend-stock-to-consider/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=9272046e-4639-4306-b38b-ff5d1d082e6a
This TSX dividend stock stands out for its attractive yield, solid distribution history, and ability to sustain its monthly payouts.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
How Canadians Can Generate $500 Monthly Tax-Free From a TFSAhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/how-canadians-can-generate-500-monthly-tax-free-from-a-tfsa-3/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=019a254b-a1a5-41a8-bc72-adbeb664521f
If you like tax-free passive income, the TFSA (Tax-Free Savings Account) is the place to invest. Inside the TFSA you can invest in a wide array of
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP for a 40-Year-Old in Canadahttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/heres-the-average-tfsa-and-rrsp-for-a-40-year-old-in-canada-7/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=c69a1b90-338f-48a7-94a1-0e7b1465a45f
Here are two Canadian stocks that could help you grow your TFSA and RRSP savings.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
1 Canadian Dividend Stock Down 15% to Buy and Hold Foreverhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/1-canadian-dividend-stock-down-15-to-buy-and-hold-forever/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=51cb71a9-c49d-411e-b273-9de0def1de2c
Given its high-quality asset base, disciplined capital allocation, consistent dividend growth, solid long-term growth prospects, and attractive valuation, CNQ is an excellent buy at current levels for long-term investors.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
This Canadian Dividend Stock is Down 21.4% and Worth Holding for Decadeshttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/this-canadian-dividend-stock-is-down-21-4-and-worth-holding-for-decades/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=bb29dfa3-5bf8-4ce8-bd8b-fcbc6a164e44
CAPREIT is down 21.4%, trading at a massive 35.8% discount to its NAV. Lock in a reliable 4.4% yield before this undervalued dividend stock rebounds!
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
How Many Canadians Actually Hit That $109,000 TFSA Milestone?https://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/how-many-canadians-actually-hit-that-109000-tfsa-milestone-4/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=fca16469-1282-478b-bb31-6533e8407948
Most Canadians are nowhere near having a $109,000 TFSA balance, but you can quickly close the gap and make the most of the account.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Why Sweetgreen Stock Surged Todayfool.com
The salad maker's investors received some much-needed good news.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
The Canadian Companies Building AI Infrastructure and Why They Matterhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/the-canadian-companies-building-ai-infrastructure-and-why-they-matter-4/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=b19106cb-d96f-4aad-9481-6aa69fb73352
Brookfield Corp (TSX:BN) stands to benefit from Canada's AI infrastructure buildout.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
How Splitting $30,000 Across 3 TSX Stocks Could Generate Over $1,632 in Annual Dividend Incomehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/how-splitting-30000-across-3-tsx-stocks-could-generate-over-1632-in-annual-dividend-income/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=d85f8d71-20ae-4935-8b44-a53fbc558dfb
Splitting $30,000 across these three TSX stocks can reduce portfolio risk and generate dividend income through different market cycles.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Fifth Third (FITB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcriptfool.com
Comerica merger integration accelerates with $850M in synergies unlocked.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Why StubHub Stock Plummeted by 13% This Weekfool.com
A new law passed in Washington, D.C. imposes price caps on resold event tickets.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Bitcoin Cleared $65,000 This Week. Ignore the Noise, This Is the 1 Factor That Investors Need to Watch.fool.com
It's been about four weeks since this digital asset last crossed that price level.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
2 Canadian Growth Stocks Worth Adding to a TFSA This Yearhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/2-canadian-growth-stocks-worth-adding-to-a-tfsa-this-year-2/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=8a5d286f-f0d7-474b-9b72-01e7e85d5119
Backed by strong financial performance and compelling long-term growth prospects, these two high-growth stocks have the potential to deliver superior returns for long-term investors.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
1 Dividend Stock That’s Been Quietly but Constantly Raising Its Dividendhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/1-dividend-stock-thats-been-quietly-but-constantly-raising-its-dividend-4/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=736ce7d2-e9f8-499e-974b-bfc3365ca0ba
Fortis (TSX:FTS) has been quietly raising its dividend for 52 years.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
This 7% Dividend Play Pays Cash Every Single Monthhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/this-7-dividend-play-pays-cash-every-single-month/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=2ff4168f-4e50-4855-91e4-47f313d47a84
Automotove Properties REIT (TSX:APR.UN) stands out as a great value opportunity for monthly income seekers.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
1 High-Yield Dividend Stock You Can Buy and Hold for a Decadehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/1-high-yield-dividend-stock-you-can-buy-and-hold-for-a-decade-5/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=9f5fd534-5871-48ed-9b77-fde18c04ad23
BCE's stock price remains attractively valued, with a dividend yield of almost 6% as it pursues AI growth.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
What TFSA Millionaires Understand That Most Canadian Investors Don’thttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/what-tfsa-millionaires-understand-that-most-canadian-investors-dont-4/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=f65bd6fb-19fd-444a-a0c6-89aefc96b154
Become a TFSA millionaire without a massive income. Discover how to maximize your Tax-Free Savings Account contributions.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
2 Dividend Stocks to Buy for Lifetime Incomehttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/2-dividend-stocks-to-buy-for-lifetime-income-5/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=a501502c-946a-4411-8d8b-dc81bf9e5fab
Two Canadian dividend growers with decades of payout increases can be a simple foundation for lifetime passive income.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Why ConocoPhillips Stock Flew Higher on Fridayfool.com
The company agreed to take on a large stake in a series of oil plays in northern Iraq.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Why Travelers Companies Stock Crushed the Market Todayfool.com
The company posted its second-quarter results on Friday morning.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Cloudflare: A Mixed Bag of Opportunities and Risksfool.com
Join us as we evaluate Cloudflare's potential as an investment. Are its growth prospects overshadowed by management challenges and financial risks? Find out what our analysts think!
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Why Coca-Cola Stock Flopped on Fridayfool.com
One of its brands was targeted in a ransomware attack.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Why Many Canadians Aren’t Using Their TFSA the Right Wayhttps://www.fool.ca/2026/07/17/why-many-canadians-arent-using-their-tfsa-the-right-way/?source=iedfctemc0000001&utm_source=financialcontent&utm_campaign=CA_All_Articles&utm_content=Articles&utm_medium=rssfeed&lidx=0&referring_guid=f1ac31fa-fef6-4eb4-833d-2192bc5963c6
Here are the two most common mistakes I see TFSA investors making.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
3 Beaten-Down Stocks Built for Long-Term Passive Incomefool.com
If you are looking for dividend stocks, here's an industrial Dividend King, a leading food maker with a historically high yield, and a high-yield real estate giant.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Stock Market Today, July 17: UiPath Gains on Retail AI Partnershipfool.com
Today, July 17, 2026, this week's AI pricing deal with a U.K. retailer boosted the stock as the automation provider navigates revenue headwinds.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
CrowdStrike vs. NVIDIA: Which Growth Tech Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026, the Cybersecurity Giant or AI Leader?fool.com
One company carries a 55.6% net margin while the other is still unprofitable, but valuation tells a starkly different story.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Gold Miners or Silver Bars? We Compare VanEck Gold Miners ETF to iShares Silver Trust to Find the Better Buyfool.com
GDX delivered $2,339 on a $1,000 investment versus SLV's $2,196, despite facing lower volatility than its silver counterpart.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
UiPath Vs. ServiceNow: Which Agentic AI Stock Is the Better Buy?fool.com
Agentic AI is a compelling long-term opportunity.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Stock Market Today, July 17: Stocks Slide as Semiconductor Rout Deepensfool.com
Chip stocks tumbled amid geopolitical tensions and valuation concerns, while Travelers surged on earnings, today, July 17, 2026.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026
Dell Technologies vs. NVIDIA: Which Artificial Intelligence Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?fool.com
Dell's $8.6B free cash flow and Pentagon contracts clash with NVIDIA's 55.6% net margins and $96.7B cash generation, a stark contrast in scale and profitability.
Via The Motley Fool · July 17, 2026