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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

Over 75% of Warren Buffett’s Stock Portfolio Is in These 3 Sectors!

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're wondering what stocks to buy for the long term, having a look at Warren Buffett's portfolio can offer…

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Stocks for Beginners

Cineplex Stock Is Rallying, But What About Air Canada?

| Daniel Da Costa

After Cineplex (TSX:CGX) massively outperformed Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock to start the year, here's which stock is the better investment…

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Stocks for Beginners

Forget AMC Stock: 2 Canadian Picks for Superior Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

AMC stock gained more than 100% last week. However, with it trading well above its target price, these two Canadian…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top Canadian Stocks That Have Gained 50% or More in 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

These three top Canadian stocks have all gained 50% or more so far in 2021 and continue to be some…

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Dividend Stocks

Air Canada: 2 Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're considering buying Air Canada stock because you think it's cheap, I'd consider these two top Canadian growth stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Undervalued Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

It's no secret that it's tough to find value these days. These four TSX stocks, however, are some of the…

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Energy Stocks

The Top Energy Stocks in Canada for 2021 Continue to Rally

| Daniel Da Costa

Energy stocks have been some of the top performers in Canada so far in 2021, and these four companies have…

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Tech Stocks

These 3 Canadian Stocks Are Some of the Best Investments of 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks offer some of the best combinations of value and growth potential, making them some of the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks to Buy for Today’s Uncertain Markets

| Daniel Da Costa

With uncertainty heating up lately, these two TSX stocks offer some of the best combinations of growth and stability, making…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Canadian ETFs to Buy if Inflation Continues to Climb

| Daniel Da Costa

With inflation rising rapidly recently and causing a lot of uncertainty in markets, these two top Canadian ETFs are some…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: 3 Warren Buffett Lessons on Buying Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

These are three of the best tips Warren Buffett has ever given investors on buying stocks and investing your hard-earned…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin or Ether: Which to Buy on the Dip?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin and Ether are on the rebound again after selling off massively last week, but are they worth a buy…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Should Inflation Continue to Rise

| Daniel Da Costa

If inflation continues to rise, certain stocks will be at risk. Here are two top Canadian stocks to buy to…

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Tech Stocks

5 Reasons Not to Buy Ether

| Daniel Da Costa

Ether is one of the most promising assets you can buy today. However, it's entirely possible to buy the right…

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Tech Stocks

3 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

After the volatility in recent weeks, these three TSX stocks are some of the cheapest in Canada and some of…

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Forget Air Canada: This TSX Stock Has a Lot More Growth Potential

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock has been enticing for over a year now, yet it's been one of the worst performers on…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: Here’s How Inflation Can Impact Your Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

With inflation expected to pick up rapidly, here's what Canadian stocks you'll want to buy and which you'll want to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Looking for stocks to buy during this market volatility? These two companies are some of the cheapest Canadian dividend stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap Canadian Stocks After the Recent Volatility

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for cheap Canadian stocks to buy, these two incredible companies have sold off recently, making them some…

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Tech Stocks

What’s the Safest Way to Buy Cryptocurrencies in Canada?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cryptocurrencies are notoriously volatile, and the industry is ripe with fraud. Here are some tips on how to lower your…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginner Investors: How to Find the Top Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're new to investing, here are some helpful tips on learning the industry and deciding which of the top…

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Dividend Stocks

Bitcoin Selloff: Why it Could Be Positive for Gold Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin has had a massive selloff this week, bringing plenty of other stocks and industries down with it. However, gold…

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Energy Stocks

Suncor or Air Canada: Here’s the Stock to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada and Suncor have been two of the most heavily impacted stocks in Canada over the last year. So,…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Coinbase Stock: Buy Ether for Long-Term Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

Coinbase is a stock that could offer significant potential over the long run. However, Ether's long-term potential is much greater.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify’s Resiliency in the Recent Sell-off Shows Investors Value its Quality

| Daniel Da Costa

After declining to start the year, Shopify's stock has shown incredible resiliency over the last few weeks in the face…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About Market Volatility? 1 Top TSX Stock to Buy Today!

| Daniel Da Costa

If the recent market volatility has been unsettling, I'd consider buying this top TSX stock today to help add stability…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy for Your TFSA

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian growth stocks have achieved a compounded annual growth rate north of 15% over the last decade, making…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Energy Stocks for Income and Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

Canadian energy stocks are some of the best businesses to buy today as they recover from the pandemic. Here are…

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Stocks for Beginners

Bitcoin Crashes 20%: What’s Next for Canadian Investors?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin crashed more than 20% in a 24-hour period Wednesday morning, bringing it down 30% for the week. Here's what…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy After a Blowout Earnings Season

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian dividend stocks offer exceptional long-term growth potential, making them two of the best stocks to buy after…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify: This Top Canadian Growth Stock Is Undervalued!

| Daniel Da Costa

Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is not just a top Canadian growth stock. It's also one of the cheapest stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy After a Blowout Earnings Season

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks are some of the top businesses to buy now offering tonnes of value and growth potential…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian ETFs to Buy Before the Summer

| Daniel Da Costa

This duo of Canadian ETFs are two of the best investments to buy now, as they offer some of the…

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Where to Invest?
Dividend Stocks

Forget Speculating: 2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top TSX stocks are some of the best to buy now as they offer some of the best…

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s Why This Ethereum ETF Might Be the Best Crypto Stock in Canada

| Daniel Da Costa

There are tonnes of different ways to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies in Canada, but this Ethereum ETF offers the best…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks Under $20 to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

This trio of top TSX dividend stocks trading under $20 a share are some of the top businesses to buy…

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Stocks for Beginners

Dogecoin Price: A Timeless Lesson for Canadian Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

Dogecoin's price has caught the attention of many Canadians the last few weeks, but after peaking on Saturday night, investors…

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Tech Stocks

Tech Selloff: The Top Canadian Stock to Buy on the Dip

| Daniel Da Costa

After the significant selloff in the tech sector recently, many Canadian stocks are buys. However, one company offers far more…

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Stocks for Beginners

Can Air Canada Stock Return to $50 by 2022?

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how much upside potential Air Canada stock has to rally over the next eight months as Canada's economy continues…

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Tech Stocks

Is Kevin O’Leary Right About Bitcoin and Ethereum?

| Daniel Da Costa

Recently, Kevin O'Leary said that while Ethereum has value, it will always be number two to Bitcoin. So, is he…

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