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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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Cannabis Stocks

Has Aurora (TSX:ACB) Finally Passed Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED) as the Cannabis Industry Leader?

| Daniel Da Costa

Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) has been the industry leader since day one, but has Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) finally closed the gap…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Suncor (TSX:SU) Still the Best Canadian Integrated Oil Company?

| Daniel Da Costa

Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) has long been the industry leader for Canadian integrated oil companies, but now one of its…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make an Extra $300 a Month in Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding highly stable dividend stocks that can grow their distributions, such as Cineplex Inc (TSX:CGX), is the best way to…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE (TSX:BCE) Reported Earnings This Week, but That’s Not the Biggest Thing That Happened to it

| Daniel Da Costa

BCE Inc (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) reported earnings this week, and, as usual, the numbers came in strong, but a media deal it…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Turnaround Stocks to Buy for Huge Growth Potential

| Daniel Da Costa

Turnaround stocks can provide great opportunity to buy undervalued and watch the investments grow. A top turnaround stock today is…

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Dividend Stocks

Warning! 3 Stocks to Avoid as Consumers Struggle With Debt

| Daniel Da Costa

As debt continues to pile up for consumers, it's inevitable that this current level of spending will have to slow…

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Investing

Long-Term Investors: 3 Important Questions to Consider That Could Save You Thousands

| Daniel Da Costa

Doing your research is the most important aspect of investing, but many investors only do the bare minimum. It's important…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Gold Will Outperform in 2020: Here Are 2 Stocks to Take Advantage

| Daniel Da Costa

The rally in gold has taken an extended pause, offering the perfect chance for investors to get a position in…

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Energy Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Reasons to Own Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

There are a number of high-quality stocks to consider, but none like Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB), which has some of the…

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Dividend Stocks

AltaGas (TSX:ALA) Is Looking like the Perfect Long-Term Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

AltaGas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) has been executing well on its corporate restructuring, reducing the debt to strengthen its position, and completing…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Explosive Growth Stocks Trading for Less Than $5

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding explosive growth stocks with low share prices is the recipe for great success in growth investing. One of the…

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Investing

The Top 3 Contrarian Stocks to Buy in November

| Daniel Da Costa

Going against the herd can be difficult, but it can lead to some of the best opportunities, like Western Forest…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: 2 Industry Leaders to Buy and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are a long-term investor seeking a buy-and-hold investment then you will want to focus on industry-leading companies like…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Real Estate Stocks Offering Huge Opportunities for Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

The real estate industry is best known for its passive-income opportunities, but InterRent Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IIP.UN) has proven…

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Dividend Stocks

What Agnico Eagle (TSX:AEM) Earnings Say About the Rest of the Gold Mining Industry

| Daniel Da Costa

Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd (TSX:AEM)(NYSE:AEM) reported earnings last week and they were very strong. So does this mean we can…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Seekers: 3 Dividend-Paying Stocks to Buy in November

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding top dividend-paying stocks requires a lot of research, but when you find a company like Parkland Fuel Corp (TSX:PKI)…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Corus Entertainment (TSX:CJR.B) Stock Is a Buy Below $5

| Daniel Da Costa

Corus Entertainment Inc (TSX:CJR.B) has had a rough few years. Now, though, as Corus is well on its way to…

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Dividend Stocks

Warning! What Canadian National Railway’s (TSX:CNR) Earnings Say About the Economy

| Daniel Da Costa

Investors wondering the state of the economy can look to the massive railroads such as Canadian National Railway Co (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI)…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Top 3 Consumer Staple Stocks to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Consumer staples play a crucial part in stabilizing your portfolio and can offer you growth opportunities like Alcanna Inc (TSX:CLIQ).

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Stocks for Beginners

Long-Term Investors: Gain Exposure to India’s Economy With This Top Stock Trading Extremely Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

The Indian economy is one of the largest and fastest growing in the world, and investors can get exposure to…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:BEP.UN) the Best Green Energy Stock to Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

There will be a lot of opportunities in green energy over the next decade and Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP)…

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Investing

Warning! 3 Stocks to Watch as We Approach Tax Loss Selling Season

| Daniel Da Costa

Tax loss selling season is a great way for investors to reduce their taxes, but for those looking to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Penny Stocks: These 3 Millionaire-Maker Stocks Are Your Best Bet

| Daniel Da Costa

Penny stocks have been statistically proven to not be worth the risk. Luckily, there are top growth stocks such as…

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Top Growth Stock to Own Through a Recession

| Daniel Da Costa

Great Canadian Gaming Corp (TSX:GC) has shown over the last couple of years just how strong its operations are. With…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make $100 a Week in Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Earning passive income is a great way to accumulate and grow your wealth, especially from strongly managed companies such as…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap Utilities Stocks Paying Attractive Dividends

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding top companies in defensive industries is one of the best ways to add stability to your portfolio. One top…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Suncor (TSX:SU) Stock a Buy Below $40?

| Daniel Da Costa

Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) continues to be a top stock for Canadian investors, especially those looking for energy exposure, but…

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Stocks for Beginners

Are Gold Companies the Best Stocks to Buy Ahead of a Recession?

| Daniel Da Costa

There are a few different ways to insulate your portfolio ahead of a downturn, including gold stocks, so buying iShares…

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Tech Stocks

Could This Drone Delivery Stock Be the Next Shopify (TSX:SHOP)?

| Daniel Da Costa

The massive gain in popularity of e-commerce has created a number of new opportunities for investors, and Drone Delivery Canada…

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Cannabis Stocks

2 Premier Cannabis Stocks to Watch This Earnings Season

| Daniel Da Costa

Each time cannabis companies like Canopy Growth Corp (TSX:WEED)(NYSE:CGC) post earnings, it gives investors a clearer view into the progress…

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Tech Stocks

1 Investing Trend to Watch as Baby Boomers Age

| Daniel Da Costa

iShares S&P/TSX Capped Information Technology Index ETF (TSX:XIT) is the ideal way for investors to expose themselves to a growing…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income Seekers: This High-Quality Real Estate Stock Will Make You Rich

| Daniel Da Costa

Brookfield Property Partners LP (TSX:BPY.UN)(NASDAQ:BPY) is a top real estate company with a global portfolio of high-quality assets, that fund…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Beware of This Major Mistake That Could Cost You Thousands

| Daniel Da Costa

When doing your due diligence before making an investment, it's important to go beyond the numbers, to get the full…

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Stocks for Beginners

Debt: 5 Important Facts Investors Should Always Keep in Mind

| Daniel Da Costa

Debt may be the most useful tool in our economy. When used correctly, debt can lead to great returns, but…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Recession-Proof Dividend Aristocrats for Passive Income Seekers

| Daniel Da Costa

Combining an investment in recession-proof industries with dividend paying stocks, will lead you to a top company such as Canadian…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Major Companies Reporting Earnings This Week You’ll Want to Watch

| Daniel Da Costa

There are a number of major Canadian companies reporting earnings this week, such as Canadian National Railway Co (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI).

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: The Warren Buffett Strategy to Minimize Risk

| Daniel Da Costa

Staying disciplined and only buying undervalued stocks like Leon's Furniture Ltd (TSX:LNF) will allow investors to forget about the daily…

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Stocks for Beginners

Growth Investors: The Best Retail Stock to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Aritzia Inc (TSX:ATZ) has managed to continue its impressive growth, posting another quarter of strong earnings, continuing its run of…

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Cannabis Stocks

Cannabis Investors: Why I Wouldn’t Be Buying CannTrust (TSX:TRST)

| Daniel Da Costa

Although CannTrust Holdings Inc's (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST) stock is extremely cheap, there are a number of better stocks for investors to buy.

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Dividend Stocks

Buying a Stock: Here’s How to Value it

| Daniel Da Costa

There are a number of ways to check the value of a stock before you start your due diligence that…

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