Will Ashworth
Will Ashworth has written about investments full-time since 2008. Before turning to a writing career, he worked in the financial services industry in marketing and sales.
He loves investing and is passionate about helping others put their money to work. His work has appeared in publications such as Kiplinger, InvestorPlace, The Motley Fool, The Motley Fool Canada, Investopedia, Barchart, TSI Wealth Network, and Wealth Professional.
Will lives in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. He’s a diehard Toronto Maple Leafs fan.
Latest articles by Will Ashworth
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How to Find the Best Mid-Cap Stocks
The best mid-cap stocks are the market's so-called "sweet spot," offering up an ideal combination of financial stability and growth potential.
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5 Stocks to Buy for a Trump Presidency
The second Trump presidency has begun and these five stocks are set to benefit.
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New ETFs for Investors To Consider
ETFs The U.S. exchange-traded fund industry continues to create new options for investors. Here are five new ETFs for investors to consider.
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What Are Passive Income Strategies and How Can I Use Them in 2025?
An extended period of rising prices has everyone looking for a little more cash to make ends meet.
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What Cryptocurrency Is and How Bitcoin Works
Now is the time to gain basic knowledge about cryptocurrency and bitcoin – before you put your hard-earned money to work in a high-risk space.
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Best SPDR ETFs to Buy and Hold
ETFs With markets enjoying a historic soft landing, these six SPDR ETFs give investors options to build a solid, low-cost portfolio for the long term.
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6 Best Growth ETFs to Buy Now
The best growth ETFs offer exposure to higher-risk, higher-reward stocks while limiting the risk of a single stock torpedoing your returns.
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Got Cash for the Holidays? Here's How to Invest It
You may have gotten some cash this holiday season, whether from gifts or year-end bonuses. Here's how to invest your holiday cash.
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How to Buy Stocks: A 4-Step Guide to Start Investing
Not everyone knows how to buy stocks, even as investing in the stock market is becoming more popular. This four-step plan can help.
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What Every Investor Needs to Know About Fiscal Years
A fiscal year is used for financial reporting. Here's why it's an important concept for investors to understand.
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Best Marijuana Stocks to Buy: Cannabis Stocks for Investing
Kiplinger's Investing Outlook The best marijuana stocks have been put through the wringer for years. But with U.S. cannabis sales on the rise, these picks could finally have their day in the sun.
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Best Index Funds for a Low-Priced Portfolio
ETFs Index funds are popular thanks to their low fees and wide diversity of stock selections. Here are nine that stand out.
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5 Stocks to Buy for a Harris Presidency
The race for the White House is heating up and these five stocks are set to benefit if Kamala Harris claims victory.
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Six of the Best Small-Cap ETFs to Buy Now
ETFs The Federal Reserve has finally started cutting interest rates, which could benefit small-cap ETFs.
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Does Activist Investing Work? These Success Stories Say Yes
Activist investors take stakes in companies to boost shareholder value. While not always successful, these five examples show activist investing can work.
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How Does Activist Investing Impact Stocks?
Activist investing uses equity stakes in public companies to enact change. Here's how that can have an impact on stocks.
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Is the Crypto Winter Over?
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency prices rebounded sharply in 2023, leading many to wonder if the crypto winter is over.
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How to Invest in ETFs for Beginners
Learn how to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with a beginner's guide to walk you through each step of the way.
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The Best Warren Buffett Dividend Stocks
The best Warren Buffett dividend stocks are expected to produce impressive returns for the Berkshire Hathaway equity portfolio. Here are five with healthy yields.
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What Is Quantitative Easing?
Quantitative easing is one strategy the Federal Reserve uses to stimulate the economy. Here's how it works.
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What Is an Inverse ETF?
Inverse ETFs can act like insurance for an investor's portfolio, but they're not recommended for everyone. Here's why.
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What Is Common Stock?
Common stock allows for big returns – but owning it also comes with risk. Here, we look at what common stock is and dive into its pros and cons.
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Best High-Growth Stocks to Buy
growth stocks High-growth stocks have been on a roller-coaster ride in recent years, but they remain solid long-term investment options.
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What's Typically in a Severance Package
If you’re laid off from your job, you might be offered severance pay and other benefits. Here’s what to know before you sign this legal agreement.
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