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Author: Daniel Da Costa

Daniel joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 with years of experience in banking and investing. Growing up the son of a proprietary stock trader and educator, Daniel’s always found joy in helping Canadians to improve their financial situations. With the Motley Fool, Daniel sees an even more rewarding way to impact Canadians positively. A student and great admirer of Warren Buffett, he’s always looking for investments offering growth at a reasonable price. Outside of finance, Daniel enjoys spending his time with family, sailing, and watching Formula One.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Air Canada Stock Has Been Flat for Over 6 Months

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock has been trading flat for more than six months now. Here's how you can approach an investment…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks I’ll Never Sell

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are some of the highest quality businesses in the country, making them investments you'll want to…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy in Q4

| Daniel Da Costa

These three undervalued Canadian stocks all offer unique opportunities for long-term investors looking to buy in the fourth quarter.

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Canadian Dividend Aristocrats to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These three dividend aristocrats are some of the best dividend growth stocks that Canadian investors can buy and hold for…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Double Soon

| Daniel Da Costa

These two cheap Canadian stocks offer investors an appealing mix of short-term recovery potential and long-term growth potential.

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Stocks for Beginners

Hexo Versus Air Canada: Which Stock Offers Greater Value?

| Daniel Da Costa

Hexo and Air Canada have been two of the most beaten-up stocks in Canada. But with both trading so cheap,…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Undervalued Canadian Stocks That Could Rally in October

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks are some of the best investments you can make in undervalued companies today, and all three…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy in October

| Daniel Da Costa

After a choppy month for markets in September, here are three of the best Canadian stocks for investors to buy…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks That Analysts Think Could Soar 39% to 94% in the Next 12 Months

| Daniel Da Costa

These three analyst favourites offer Canadian investors some of the best opportunities, making them some of the very best stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

How Stock Market Corrections Affect Growth Investments

| Daniel Da Costa

It's crucial for investors to understand how these highly volatile growth stocks will perform when the market starts selling off…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Growth Stocks That Could Triple in the Next 5 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian companies aren't just any growth stocks; they are three of the highest-potential investments you can make today.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Cryptocurrency Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

The cryptocurrency industry is one of the top industries to find long-term growth stocks. So, here are two of the…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is it Safe to Invest in the Stock Market Right Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're worried about the increasing volatility in the stock market lately, here are three simple starter stocks for beginner…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Vertically Integrated Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for Years

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for a top Canadian stock to buy and hold for years, these two vertically integrated companies are…

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Stocks for Beginners

Sitting on Cash? 2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got cash that you're looking to invest in an undervalued company, these two top Canadian stocks offer some…

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Dividend Stocks

If You Like Dividends, You Should Love These 3 Canadian Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a Canadian dividend investor looking for your next investment, these three stocks are some of the highest-quality companies…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top Canadian Stocks You’ll Be Glad You Bought at These Undervalued Prices

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for a quality investment opportunity today, these two Canadian stocks are some of the best businesses to…

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Tech Stocks

5 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy in a Market Pullback

| Daniel Da Costa

These are five of the best Canadian stocks to buy for the long term, especially if you can get them…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Alimentation Couche-Tard Stock a Top Reopening Play?

| Daniel Da Costa

Alimentation Couche-Tard has been one of the best long-term Canadian growth stocks of the last decade. But as the economy…

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Stocks for Beginners

Crypto Investors: Is Voyager Digital or Galaxy Digital Stock the Better Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

Galaxy Digital and Voyager Digital are easily two of the top crypto stocks you can buy in Canada, but which…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Healthcare Stocks That Are All-Stars in the Making

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian healthcare stocks are both analyst favourites and offer some of the best growth potential of any…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks You Can Confidently Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

With volatility picking back up in markets lately, here are two Canadian stocks to buy today that can not only…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio in a Market Correction

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian blue-chip stocks are some of the best businesses to own, making them ideal stocks to buy during…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy in October

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy a Canadian stock that's undervalued in this environment, these three companies offer investors the best…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Stocks: 2 Long-Term Investments You’ll Thank Yourself for Buying Later

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are some of the best businesses you can own, making them no-brainer stocks to add to…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Investors: 1 Major Mistake to Avoid When Looking for Undervalued Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

This is a major and easy-to-make mistake that Canadian investors need to avoid whenever looking for an undervalued stock to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Cut You a Cheque Each Month

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks are some of the best investments for dividend investors, and, on top of everything else,…

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Stocks for Beginners

Don’t Wait for a Market Correction to Buy This Top Canadian Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy a stock today, this top Canadian infrastructure company is one of the best long-term investments…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Explosive Crypto Stocks That Could 10X in 10 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Crypto stocks are some of the few investments available to Canadians worth holding for the long-term but can also grow…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top REITs to Buy for Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for some of the top Canadian REITs to buy today to help grow your passive income, these…

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Dividend Stocks

Is CAPREIT the Best Residential REIT in the Market Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

CAPREIT is one of the largest and highest-quality residential REITs in Canada. But after a 26% rally to start 2021,…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is it Too Early to Buy Air Canada Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock is trading more than 50% off its pre-pandemic price. But with the company consistently losing value lately,…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Growth Stocks That Could Double Your Money in Under 5 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to double your money in five years or less, these two TSX growth stocks are easily some…

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Dividend Stocks

Is it Too Late to Buy BCE Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

BCE is one of the biggest and best stocks in Canada. But after gaining 16% in the last six months,…

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Stocks for Beginners

September Selloff: 3 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy on Sale

| Daniel Da Costa

There are many reasons why this September selloff could continue to worsen. Here are three of the best Canadian growth…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Surging Canadian Growth Stocks: Can They Go Higher?

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks have been some of the hottest investments lately, but can they continue their rally?

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Stocks for Beginners

Facedrive: 3 Crucial Investing Lessons

| Daniel Da Costa

Facedrive stock has been a big mover in recent trading days. Here are three crucial lessons we can learn from…

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Energy Stocks

Why Imperial Oil Stock Is up Over 50% in 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

Imperial Oil is one of the largest energy stocks in Canada. So, how has this massive company gained over 40%…

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Dividend Stocks

Fortis vs. Emera: Which Is the Better Utility Stock to Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Fortis and Emera are two of the top Canadian utility stocks you can buy for your portfolio, but which is…

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Stocks for Beginners

Can You Retire Comfortably on Canadian ETFs Alone?

| Daniel Da Costa

Over the last few years, ETF investing has gained a tonne of popularity among Canadian investors. However, is it the…

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