Tony Dong

Vancouver

Finance and Investment Writer at Freelance

Articles

Canadian Investors Finally Get Tactical Defense Exposure—Here’s the Better Bet | Investing.com

6 days ago | investing.com | Tony Dong

Ethical hang-ups aside, there are plenty of valid, if somewhat morbid reasons to be bullish on the aerospace and defense sector. Ongoing conflicts in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, multibillion-dollar contract backlogs for major Department of Defense prime contractors, an increasingly polarized geopolitical environment, and the fact that many of these firms are also riding the wave of tech innovation and deployment all support the case. Until recently, Canadian investors had few options.
Top 5 International ETFs to Buy Now

1 week ago | fool.com | Tony Dong

Image source: Getty Images. International exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be a smart addition to any well-balanced portfolio. While U.S. stocks have outperformed over the past decade, that hasn’t always been the case. Savvy investors often keep some exposure to international ETFs to hedge against periods when domestic markets fall behind. That’s exactly what happened in early 2025 when renewed tariff threats under a potential Trump administration caused U.S. stocks to stumble.
3 Cryptocurrency ETFs to Consider for Diversifying Your Investment Portfolio

1 week ago | investing.com | Tony Dong

I understand the appeal of the "not your keys, not your coins" philosophy. But the reality is that not everyone has the knowledge, confidence, or desire to manage self-custody wallets or use crypto exchanges. Cryptocurrency ETFs solve that problem. The Canadian ETF industry has led the way, launching spot , , and ETFs before the U.S. market. Today’s portfolio brings together those options to offer exposure to the three most investable cryptocurrencies by ETF.
New active U.S. ETFs for Canadian investors—are these funds worth your money? - MoneySense

1 week ago | moneysense.ca | Tony Dong

On the surface, JAVA and JGRO look promising. Both ETFs carry Morningstar Medalist Ratings of “Silver,” a designation awarded to funds that Morningstar analysts have “high conviction will outperform the relevant index, or most peers, over a market cycle on a risk-adjusted basis.” That’s not a bad endorsement if you trust the judgement behind it.
Best Vanguard ETFs to Buy Now

2 weeks ago | fool.com | Tony Dong

Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a popular choice for investors looking to build a low-cost, diversified portfolio— and for good reason. As one of the largest investment companies in the world, Vanguard has built its reputation around a straightforward mission: helping investors keep more of their returns. It pioneered the low-fee revolution, not just through its mutual funds but also with its lineup of ETFs, which continue to benefit from the firm’s unique ownership structure.
How I'd Invest $7,000 in Financial Sector Stocks for Stability

2 weeks ago | fool.ca | Tony Dong

You might not immediately think of financial stocks as stable investments, and that’s fair. Just look back to 2008, when even the biggest U.S. banks saw their share prices drop by nearly 50% amidst the global financial crisis. But I’d ask you to consider an exception for Canadian financial stocks listed on the TSX. Canada weathered the global financial crisis far better than most, thanks to stricter regulations, disciplined risk management, sensible underwriting, and careful liquidity practices.
How to Invest in iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG)

2 weeks ago | fool.com | Tony Dong

The iShares iBoxx $ High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG) offers a way to earn income from a pool of loans made to public U.S. companies, but that higher yield comes with increased credit risk. Still, it’s far more diversified and generally safer than owning individual high-yield bonds, and it pays income monthly instead of semiannually. Unlike traditional bonds, HYG trades on an exchange just like a stock, giving you flexibility and liquidity.
TFSA Protection Plan: 2 Canadian Safe-Haven Stocks for Stability During Market Corrections

2 weeks ago | fool.ca | Tony Dong

The Canadian market isn’t in correction territory – at least not yet. A correction is typically defined as a decline of 10% or more from recent highs. Right now, it’s mostly the U.S.-based, tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 Index that’s taken the hit, dragged down by Trump’s tariff threats and weakness in high-growth names. But don’t get too comfortable. Trump still has over three years left in office, and there’s no telling what kind of wild policy moves he might try.
How I'd Invest $10,000 in Canadian Bank Stocks to Build a Retirement Fortune

2 weeks ago | fool.ca | Tony Dong

I think $10,000 is the perfect amount to start building a long-term position in Canadian bank stocks. It’s enough to make a meaningful impact on your retirement portfolio but still manageable to diversify properly. That said, you don’t need to go out and buy each of the Big Six bank stocks individually. There are several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that do the heavy lifting for you—giving you broad exposure in a single trade with built-in diversification.
How I’d Invest $10,000 in Canadian Bank Stocks to Build a Retirement Fortune

2 weeks ago | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Tony Dong

Written by Tony Dong, MSc, CETF® at The Motley Fool CanadaI think $10,000 is the perfect amount to start building a long-term position in Canadian bank stocks. It’s enough to make a meaningful impact on your retirement portfolio but still manageable to diversify properly. That said, you don’t need to go out and buy each of the Big Six bank stocks individually.