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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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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Best Way to Invest for Retirement

| Daniel Da Costa

When buying stocks ahead of retirement, it's important not only to focus on the income potential of the stock, but…

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Dividend Stocks

Can Tim Hortons’ Parent Turn Its Slumping Stock Around?

| Daniel Da Costa

Tim Horton's growth hasn't been what parent company Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) was expecting and it's hurting the stock,…

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Dividend Stocks

This Well-Loved TSX Stock Is Trading at a Massive Discount

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are looking for a top stock to buy today, look no further than this dominant Canadian retailer, which…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Blue-Chip TSX Stocks to Ride out a Bear Market

| Daniel Da Costa

Worried about a market crash or the potential for a recession? Then buy these three recession-proof stocks such as Emera…

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Canadian Income ETFs

| Daniel Da Costa

These three top TSX income funds will provide investors with strong and reliable passive income from a diversified group of…

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Dividend Stocks

Today Is a Great Day to Buy Nutrien (TSX:NTR) Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

Nutrien Ltd (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) is one of the best stocks to own long term in Canada, and its stock hasn't been…

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Investing

3 Top TSX Stocks Under $3

| Daniel Da Costa

These three low-priced stocks all have proven business models and the potential to grow their business operations considerably over the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Core Canadian Stocks That Already Raised Their 2020 Dividends

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are an investor seeking income-generating stocks, consider these two TSX companies including Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), which have already…

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Cheapest Canadian Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding cheap stocks to buy on the TSX is not easy, especially since most have been sold off for good…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Cannabis: Buy This High-Growth Tech ETF Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

The chances of pot stocks doubling investors’ money, or more, is a thing of the past. Instead, look to the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

| Daniel Da Costa

Investors looking to add a high-quality, income-generating stock to their portfolio should look to the Canadian Dividend Aristocrats list, where…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Restaurant Stock to Buy Today and 1 to Avoid

| Daniel Da Costa

Restaurant stocks have been sold off lately as a number of headwinds affect the sector. This has created a solid…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Revealed: Top 2 Gold Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

One of the best ways to invest in gold is buying shares of gold mining companies, and no gold stock…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: Why You May Be Better Off for Retirement

| Daniel Da Costa

The TFSA has a number of advantages over the RRSP that will make it a lot less stressful for investors…

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Consider buying shares of these two Canadian dividend-paying companies that generate passive income for investors each month and are trading…

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Cannabis Stocks

2 of the Only Pot Stocks Worth Buying Today

| Daniel Da Costa

The cannabis industry is full of overvalued companies that could take years to grow into their valuations. Instead, stick to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Real Estate Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

REITs can be attractive for investors that want to build a passive-income stream, but for investors interested in capital gains,…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Retailers to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Both of these two companies are some of the most attractive investments on the TSX today, because of their major…

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Dividend Stocks

This High-Yield Dividend Stock Is a Screaming Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

Income-generating stocks are always some of the top companies to add to your portfolio, especially when the business pays out…

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Investing

Top 2 Long-Term Growth Stocks to Buy in February

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian companies have both proven to have sustainable business models that provide for solid long-term growth as well…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Lesser-Known Industry Leader to Buy and Forget

| Daniel Da Costa

Industry leading companies make for great investments because the business already has a dominant position. As long as you can…

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Best Small-Cap Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy in 2020

| Daniel Da Costa

Some of the top value stocks that also pay some of the highest dividends on the TSX can be found…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: How to Make $250 a Month in Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

The TFSA is the perfect investing account for investors looking to acquire passive-income generating stocks for the purpose of growing…

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Dividend Stocks

The Top Core Canadian Stock to Buy in February

| Daniel Da Costa

Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is one of the best companies you can buy today. It will pay you a growing…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Dividend Stocks Trading at 52-Week Lows

| Daniel Da Costa

Investing in companies that are trading ultra cheap is a great way to find some of the best long-term businesses,…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: The Best Retirement Dividend Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

Adding passive income to your portfolio is never a bad idea, so if you're looking for a high-quality company with…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Avoid This Mistake to Keep the CRA Away

| Daniel Da Costa

Most investors aren't even aware they are doing it, but if you make this major investing mistake in your TFSA,…

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Cannabis Stocks

Here’s Why Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) Stock Is Only Worth $15

| Daniel Da Costa

After 2019, when the cannabis industry took a big hit, a number of the stocks began trading at attractive valuations.…

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Investing

Is Top Growth Stock Canada Goose a Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Canada Goose Holdings Inc (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS) has been showing why it's one of the best growth stocks on the TSX, but…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Promising Growth Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Investing in growth companies is a key component to growing your wealth over the long term, especially when the stocks…

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Investing

CRA: 4 Easy Ways to Minimize Your OAS Clawback

| Daniel Da Costa

Taxes are one of the most important factors when it comes to investing for retirement. It's important to begin planning…

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Dividend Stocks

Boost Your Income With These 2 Canadian Dividend Aristocrats

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are looking for the top income stocks to buy in Canada, consider the Canadian Dividend Aristocrats list where…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks Reporting Earnings This Week

| Daniel Da Costa

Earnings season can cause stocks to become extremely volatile, so investors should know when companies are reporting their numbers and…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget High-Yield REITs: Buy This Growth REIT Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

Passive-income-generating investments are always great to add to a portfolio, but you will want some high-growth potential stocks too, such…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Here’s the Only Way to Get to a $1 Million Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

Having a long-term investment strategy, buying top companies such as Telus Corp (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and letting compound income work its magic…

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Investing

5 Small-Cap Growth Stocks That Could Double in 2020

| Daniel Da Costa

These five best Canadian growth stocks all look highly promising, and can realistically be expected to grow considerably over the…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 3 High-Yielding REITs on the TSX

| Daniel Da Costa

There are a number of high-quality REITs with attractive yields on the TSX, but these three are the best and…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Lower Your Portfolio’s Risk With These 2 Top Gold Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Gold miners are a great way for investors to add some defence to their portfolios and mitigate market risk, so…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: 1 Dirt-Cheap Canadian Energy Stock to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

The Canadian energy industry is full of high-value investments that are perfect for long-term investors. One of the most attractive…

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Cannabis Stocks

Do Pot Stocks Belong in Retirement Portfolios?

| Daniel Da Costa

There are certain situations where an investor may want to add a cannabis company or two to their retirement portfolio,…

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