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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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Coronavirus

Better Buy: Air Canada (TSX:AC) or WELL Health (TSX:WELL) Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada (TSX:AC) and WELL Health Technologies Corp (TSX:WELL) are two stocks offering major opportunities, but which is the better…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) or Suncor (TSX:SU) Stock: Which Is the Better Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB) and Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU) have some of the biggest discounts on the TSX; here's which stock…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks That Have Already Smashed Earnings

| Daniel Da Costa

Earnings season has just kicked off, and several TSX stocks have already smashed earnings. Here are two of the top…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy if Markets Continue to Crash

| Daniel Da Costa

If you the market continues to selloff and stocks go one sale, these three TSX stocks would be at the…

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Dividend Stocks

Green Energy Is on Fire in 2020: Where to Invest $1,000 Right Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

The green energy industry is in the midst of a major long-term growth spurt. Here are three of the top…

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Investing

3 Non-Tech TSX Stocks up More Than 100% Year to Date

| Daniel Da Costa

These three companies have been some of the hottest growth stocks on the TSX this year, and they aren't showing…

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Investing

This Time Last Year, Cargojet (TSX:CJT) Stock Was Worth Less Than $100 a Share

| Daniel Da Costa

Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) has been one of the top-performing stocks on the TSX this year. Here's how much growth potential…

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Dividend Stocks

U.S. Election: Prepare for the Unexpected With This Asset

| Daniel Da Costa

The U.S. election will be something investors all around the world watch. So, make sure you are prepared and that…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Warning: 3 Lesser-Known Facts About the CERB Replacements

| Daniel Da Costa

It's crucial you know all the rules for each of the different CERB replacements; otherwise, you could find yourself penalized…

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Investing

5 TSX Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Long-term investing is one of the best investing strategies there is. Here are five of the top TSX stocks that…

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Tech Stocks

Here’s How Much You Could Have Made Buying WELL Health Technologies (TSX:WELL) Stock This Time Last Year

| Daniel Da Costa

WELL Health Technologies Corp (TSX:WELL) stock has been one of Canada's hottest growth stocks for the last few years, and…

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Investing

3 Clean Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Clean energy is one of the top long-term growth trends investors can gain exposure to today. Here are three clean…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Trading at a 25% Discount

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top TSX stocks have weathered the storm and are now recovering well from the pandemic, yet they still…

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Investing

Got $2,500? Buy These 2 Unstoppable TSX Stocks With Multi-Bagger Potential

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for two high-potential stocks as the second wave of coronavirus hits, these TSX stocks should be your…

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Tech Stocks

This Time Last Year, Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Was Worth Just $400

| Daniel Da Costa

If you bought Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock this time last year, you would have seen a 244% return on your investment…

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Investing

Worried You Can’t Afford to Miss Work?

| Daniel Da Costa

The coronavirus pandemic has been stressful on Canadians, but the government is doing what it can to offer the necessary…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Defensive TSX Stocks to Increase Your Portfolio’s Stability

| Daniel Da Costa

Volatility is rising in financial markets for many reasons. However, you can protect your portfolio by owning defensive stocks, such…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy for November

| Daniel Da Costa

These three dividend stocks each offer investors attractive dividend yields in addition to massive long-term capital gains potential.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Absurdly Cheap TSX Stocks Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX stocks are some of the best long-term investments, yet they are trading dirt-cheap, offering some significant opportunities…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Bank Stocks With Dividend Yields Above 5%

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to add a bank stock or two to your portfolio for stable income, here are three of…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Housing Market: More Growth Coming in 2021?

| Daniel Da Costa

Think Canada's housing market might crash in 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic? Here are a few reasons why that…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s Why Canada’s Housing Market Could Crash by 2022

| Daniel Da Costa

For many Canadians, your house is your biggest investment. Here's what you should expect from Canada's housing market in 2021.

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Tech Stocks

This Small-Cap Stock Is Quietly up 140% This Year

| Daniel Da Costa

This top small-cap stock operating in one of the best long-term growth industries is quietly building momentum and has a…

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Dividend Stocks

Corus (TSX:CJR.B) Stock Just Smashed Earnings, Here’s How High It Could Go

| Daniel Da Costa

Corus Entertainment Inc (TSX:CJR.B) is one of the cheapest stocks on the TSX. Even after Thursday's major rally the stock…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy if Joe Biden Wins

| Daniel Da Costa

A Joe Biden election win could create several opportunities for investors. Here are three TSX stocks to buy if you…

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Coronavirus

CRA: You Can Now Apply for the New Version of CERB

| Daniel Da Costa

The new replacements for CERB are out. Here's why you'll want to understand each benefit, even if you don't think…

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Coronavirus

3 TSX Healthcare Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

As we enter the second wave of the pandemic, consider these three TSX healthcare stocks both for safety and long-term…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Retail Stocks Trading at 52-Week Highs

| Daniel Da Costa

These three retail stocks have all proven they can handle the pandemic well and even offer investors significant growth potential.

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Stocks for Beginners

Investing: Avoid Making This Common and Highly Costly Mistake!

| Daniel Da Costa

When it comes to investing there are thousands of mistakes you need to avoid, but this is one of the…

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Coronavirus

Don’t Expect Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock to Recover in Q4

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is one of the cheapest on the TSX. Despite the massive bargain, I would hold off…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks That Could Surprise the Street This Earnings Season

| Daniel Da Costa

With earnings season kicking off, here are two battered TSX stocks that could surprise investors with strong earnings and see…

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Coronavirus

New CERB Replacements: Which Do You Qualify For?

| Daniel Da Costa

The Canadian government has introduced several new benefits as a replacement for CERB. Find out how many you qualify for.

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Coronavirus

4 Unstoppable TSX Stocks to Buy Before It’s Too Late

| Daniel Da Costa

These four TSX stocks all have significant momentum, so while they have already rallied consistently this year, the growth is…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: A Rare Opportunity to Buy This Top TSX Stock for Dirt Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

You won't want to miss the opportunity to get this ultra-cheap TSX stock with a nearly 8% dividend yield before…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Avoid This Massive Mistake

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a Canadian eligible to invest in a TFSA, make sure your not making this crucial mistake, or it…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Recession-Proof Growth Stocks Hitting 52-Week Highs

| Daniel Da Costa

Want to improve the growth of your portfolio but worried about a market crash? Check out these three recession-proof growth…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Warning: Why Markets Could Crash Any Day

| Daniel Da Costa

You may want to heed to this Warren Buffett warning and prepare for a market crash that could ultimately come…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: CRB Is Now Available. Here’s How to Apply Today!

| Daniel Da Costa

The CRA started accepting applications for the new coronavirus benefits, including the CRB, this week. Here's how you can apply.

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Coronavirus

Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC): Buy this Stock When Airlines Recover

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock may be cheap, this other TSX stock offers significantly more potential and still trades at…

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Investing

Got $5,000? 5 TSX Stocks That Could Double by 2022!

| Daniel Da Costa

2020 has created several unexpected opportunities for investors. Here are five TSX stocks with significant tailwinds that can likely double…

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