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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.

Recent Articles

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Tech Stocks

Forget Bitcoin or Ether: 1 Top Crypto Stock to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin and Ether could both be great investments for long-term investors. However, this stock looks even more promising if you're…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Make $100 a Week in Your TFSA

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're an investor who likes to put your money to work for you, here's how to create a passive-income…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada: Is the Stock About to Take Flight?

| Daniel Da Costa

As the vaccination efforts in Canada continue to progress well, is now the prime time to buy recovery stocks like…

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Investing

Long-Term Investing: Do This, Not That

| Daniel Da Costa

To grow your capital in the safest and most efficient way, it's crucial that investors take advantage of the potential…

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Coronavirus

Recovery Stocks: 3 Picks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

As we finally turn the corner on the pandemic and reach nearly 50% of the population fully vaccinated, here are…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 Top Dividend Stocks for Income and Stability

| Daniel Da Costa

Retirees need dividend stocks that are highly stable and can grow consistently. Here are two of those top dividend stocks…

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Tech Stocks

Forget BlackBerry: 2 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

Although BlackBerry stock has rallied rapidly this year, these two top Canadian growth stocks offer far more potential today!

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Investing

When Will Bitcoin Rally Again?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin is ideal for rapid growth, but after trading rangebound for several months now, here's what to look for ahead…

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Where to Invest?
Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett: A Top Stock Recommendation for Beginner Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

Warren Buffett offers priceless advice. However, he's never really made any stock recommendations except for this suggestion to beginner investors.

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Energy Stocks

Green Energy: 3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Renewable energy is one of the best industries to invest in for growth. Here are three of the top green…

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in July

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks all offer impressive dividend yields and plenty of capital gains potential, making them some of the…

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Energy Stocks

Energy Stocks: 2 Picks That Could Double Again This Year

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian energy stocks have both gained upward of 100% already in 2021 and have the potential to double…

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Stocks for Beginners

Dogecoin: 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

With Dogecoin trading 70% off its high, investors may think it's worth a buy. However, these three Canadian stocks are…

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Tech Stocks

Up 40% From May, Is Shopify Stock Still a Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

Shopify stock has rallied rapidly since the middle of May, up more than 40%, but is it still worth a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Value Stocks to Buy As Markets Hit All-Time Highs

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian value stocks are some of the cheapest on the market. And with both stocks paying an attractive dividend,…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in July

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are some of the best businesses in Canada trading at ultra-cheap valuations, making them some of…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Canadian Stocks to Buy on the Next Dip

| Daniel Da Costa

These five top Canadian stocks may be trading at full value today, but should we get a correction, they’ll be…

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Dividend Stocks

This Top Canadian Stock Just Exploded After Earnings

| Daniel Da Costa

This Canadian stock just reported strong earnings, sending its share price soaring. Despite this massive rally, though, the stock is…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in July

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian dividend stocks not only offer attractive yields today but also plenty of dividends and capital gains growth…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Canadian Stocks That Could Double Again in the Second Half of 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

These five Canadian stocks all gained 100% or more in the first half of the year and continue to be…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 No-Brainer Canadian Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

These three companies offer tremendous upside and all trade at attractive prices, making them three of the top Canadian stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Growth Stocks: 2 Top Buys for July

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks offer incredible long-term potential and could rally any day now, which is why they…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Stocks You Can Buy for Under $10 a Share

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks are some of the cheapest on the market and offer some of the best potential,…

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Dividend Stocks

The Sky’s the Limit for These 2 Canadian Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for high-quality Canadian growth stocks to buy for the long term, look no further than these two…

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Stocks for Beginners

Ditch Dogecoin: 2 Top Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

Dogecoin has been a popular asset over the last few months, but these two stocks offer similar growth potential with…

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Tech Stocks

1 Top Canadian Stock Analysts Love More Than Shopify

| Daniel Da Costa

Shopify has been a top stock in the past and continues to offer incredible growth potential. However, this stock currently…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Value Stocks to Buy in July

| Daniel Da Costa

While most stocks have recovered from the pandemic, these Canadian value stocks are finally opening up again, making them top…

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Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett: The Only Stock Recommendation He’s Ever Made

| Daniel Da Costa

Warren Buffett is one of the smartest investors of all time. Despite this, however, this is the only stock he's…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: 3 High-Yielding Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Looking to boost the passive income your portfolio generates? Here are three of the best high-yield Canadian dividend stocks to…

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Tech Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy That Could Double in 12 Months

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for stocks that can grow your capital rapidly and for years to come, I'd buy these two…

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Stocks for Beginners

What Happened to Dogecoin?

| Daniel Da Costa

Dogecoin was one of the most popular cryptocurrencies to start the year. But ever since Elon Musk went on SNL,…

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Dividend Stocks

Meme Stocks: Is the Party Finally Over?

| Daniel Da Costa

Meme stocks have surprised many investors with their massive rallies throughout 2021. After a few weeks trading sideways, though, is…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Ultra-Popular Canadian Stocks Analysts Think Are Overvalued

| Daniel Da Costa

You'll want to steer clear of these three highly popular Canadian stocks that are likely sitting in many investors' portfolios.

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Tech Stocks

3 Top Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Before They Take Off

| Daniel Da Costa

This trio of Canadian growth stocks offers impressive growth potential for years, making them some of the top investments to…

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Tech Stocks

What Happened to Facedrive Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

Down 75% off its high, here's why one of the most popular stocks in Canada, Facedrive, has lost all its…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: 2 Top Bargain Stocks You Can Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

There aren't many Canadian stocks to buy that are trading cheap today, so I would be looking to buy these…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Reasons Air Canada’s Stock Could Hit Turbulence After Planes Begin Flying

| Daniel Da Costa

Many investors are hoping for a big recovery from Air Canada stock when travel can return. However, the stock still…

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $5,000? Here Are the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy This Summer

| Daniel Da Costa

If you have the cash to invest today, I'd look to buy these three hot Canadian stocks soon. They offer…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Renewable Energy Stocks That Can Outperform the Market for Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Renewable energy stocks are some of the best investments to make for the long term, and these two companies are…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Is Down 35% From its Recent High: Time to Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

One of the hottest stocks this year, BlackBerry, has been selling off recently. Now down 35% from its high at…

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