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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

Clean energy
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Invest for the Future With This Renewable Energy Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) is a leader in the growing renewable energy industry. The attractive assets and strong management…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stable Utilities to Anchor Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

Hydro One Ltd (TSX:H) and Emera Inc (TSX:EMA) are two solid Canadian utilities. They both have stable cash flows and…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Residential Real Estate Stocks Offering Incredible Value

| Daniel Da Costa

Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) and Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) are two of the top residential REITs in Canada, both yielding…

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Dividend Stocks

Why You Should Buy This Top-Tier Real Estate Stock Yielding 7%

| Daniel Da Costa

Brookfield Property Partners L.P. (TSX:BPY.UN)(NASDAQ:BPY) owns some high-quality assets and pays a hefty dividend, which currently yields over 7%.

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Stocks for Beginners

Consumer Debt Continues to Rise in Canada: 4 Ways it Could Affect Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

There are may ways rising debt levels in Canada could impact your portfolio. A company like BRP Inc (TSX:DOO)(NASDAQ:DOOO) selling…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks That Could Be 5-Baggers in the Next Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

CannTrust Holdings Inc (TSX:TRST)(NYSE:CTST), Peyto Exploration & Development Corp (TSX:PEY), and Questor Technology Inc (TSXV:QST) are all investments with huge…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Wine Company Offers Great Value in a Growing Industry

| Daniel Da Costa

Andrew Peller Limited (TSX:ADW.A) is one of the largest publicly trade wine-producing companies in Canada. It is integrated well into…

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Dividend Stocks

Can Corus Entertainment (TSX:CJR.B) Survive the Changing Media Landscape?

| Daniel Da Costa

Corus Entertainment Inc (TSX:CJR.B) could be a great contrarian play if you believe the company can execute its turnaround plan.

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Investing

TFSA Investors: This Company Offers Investors Prime Exposure to Emerging Markets

| Daniel Da Costa

Fairfax India Holdings Corp (TSX:FIH.U) is the perfect way for Canadian investors to gain exposure to great investments in an…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: Raise the Stakes With These 3 Gambling Companies

| Daniel Da Costa

Gamehost Inc (TSX:GH), The Stars Group Inc (TSX:TSGI) and Great Canadian Gaming Corp (TSX:GC) all operate in one of the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Growth Stocks Set to Profit From the Aging Population

| Daniel Da Costa

Park Lawn Corporation (TSX:PLC) and Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) should continue to grow over the coming decades as the population…

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Dividend Stocks

Add Some Income to Your Portfolio With These 2 Royalty Companies

| Daniel Da Costa

Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp (TSX:PZA) and A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN) offer investors monthly income and exposure to the…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: These 3 Dividend Aristocrats Offer Both Income and Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

Alaris Royalty Corp (TSX:AD), Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) and Parkland Fuel Corp (TSX:PKI) are all great options for growth…

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Top TSX Stocks

This Alternative Lending Company Offers Investors a Huge Margin of Safety

| Daniel Da Costa

Home Capital Group Inc (TSX:HCG) trades at less than 60% of its book value. The incredibly low valuation gives investors…

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Dividend Stocks

This Auto Parts Company Is One of the Best Bargains on the TSX

| Daniel Da Costa

Martinrea International Inc (TSX:MRE) has been under appreciated lately, it currently trades at less than 5X forward earnings.

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Top TSX Stocks

Is Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) a Steal at These Prices?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is trading near 52-week lows. Should you buy now?

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Dividend Stocks

Power Corporation (TSX:POW) vs. Power Financial (TSX:PWF): Which Is the Better Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) and Power Financial Corp (TSX:PWF) both offer investors a high yield and stable dividend.

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Dividend Stocks

This Company Is 1 of the Best Defensive Stocks to Protect Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) has had tremendous growth in the past, but it also operates in a defensive industry.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Is a Great Way to Gain Exposure to the Canadian Economy

| Daniel Da Costa

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) continues to be one of the best performers in a highly stable Canadian banking industry. With lots…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) Is Still 1 of the Best Long-Term Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) is one of the top stocks on the TSX that should be a core holding…

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Stocks for Beginners

7 Questions Every Investor Should Ask Before Making an Investment

| Daniel Da Costa

It is important to know the ins and outs of your potential investment, so you have an idea of all…

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Dividend Stocks

This Manufacturing Company Is Trading at Just 5 Times Forward Earnings

| Daniel Da Costa

Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) is severely undervalued and is sitting at 52-week lows.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: This Food Service Company Is a Perfect Long-Term Investment

| Daniel Da Costa

Recipe Unlimited Corp (TSX:RECP) has posted impressive growth, but its stock hasn't been rewarded.

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Economic Turbulence
Dividend Stocks

Why I’d Avoid This Major Canadian Energy Services Company

| Daniel Da Costa

Ensign Energy Services Inc (TSX:ESI) has a high debt load and faces uncertainty in the global energy industry.

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Energy Stocks

Why I’m Passing on This Integrated Canadian Energy Company

| Daniel Da Costa

Husky Energy Inc (TSX:HSE) energy has potential long term but will struggle in the short term.

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Investing

Warning: Don’t Miss Out on This Retail Stock Growing Revenue in the Double Digits

| Daniel Da Costa

Aritzia Inc (TSX:ATZ) has put up impressive numbers the last few years at a time when most retailers are struggling…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Is Finally Ready for a Turnaround

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex Inc (TSX:CGX) has gotten creative with the diversification of its business model.

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Dividend Stocks

Long-Term Investors: 1 of the Best Stocks to Preserve and Grow Capital During Uncertain Times

| Daniel Da Costa

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) is the perfect stock for long-term investors, especially as we head into uncertain times.

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Dividend Stocks

E-Commerce Is Taking Over and This Transportation Company Is Poised to Benefit

| Daniel Da Costa

Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) is well positioned to benefit from the growth in commerce and overnight shipping.

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investors Beware: This Royalty Company Could Be a Major Dividend Trap

| Daniel Da Costa

Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund (TSX:BPF.UN) faces problems as its payout ratio rises past 100%.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) Still the Growth Stock it Used to Be?

| Daniel Da Costa

While Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) faces challenges, it still has big plans for growth.

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You Should Know This
Cannabis Stocks

Warning: 3 Things All Cannabis Investors Should Be Aware of

| Daniel Da Costa

The Horizons Marijuana Life Sciences Index ETF (TSX:HMMJ) offers investors great exposure to the cannabis industry while decreasing volatility.

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Dividend Stocks

Why I’d Put Off Buying This Bank Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is a stable, well-run company, but it faces potential headwinds going forward.

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Dividend Stocks

This Small-Cap REIT Yields 8% and Offers Both Income and Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

Nexus Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:NXR.UN) has a great portfolio of assets and pays a considerable 8% dividend.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) May Be Ready for a Breakout

| Daniel Da Costa

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is one of the best-positioned companies in the Canadian energy industry.

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Dividend Stocks

Warning: Consumer Discretionary Stocks Face Major Potential Problems

| Daniel Da Costa

Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) and BRP Inc (TSX:DOO)(NASDAQ:DOO) are just two of many stocks that could be affected by…

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Stocks for Beginners

This Casino Operator Is Set to Hit the Jackpot

| Daniel Da Costa

Great Canadian Gaming Corp (TSX:GC) has had an incredible track record of growth. Here's why that growth is not about…

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Dividend Stocks

Long-term Investors: Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) Is Starting to Look Promising

| Daniel Da Costa

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) has some high quality assets being ignored due to the short-term debt problems.

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Alternative Lending Company Will Be a Top Performer on the TSX This Year

| Daniel Da Costa

goeasy Ltd. (TSX:GSY) has been growing exceptionally well over the last decade. Its aggressive growth strategy suggests it's not about…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE (TSX:BCE) vs. Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B) Which Is the Better Long-Term Investment?

| Daniel Da Costa

BCE Inc (TSX:BCE) and Rogers Communications Inc (TSX:RCI.B) have different long-term strategies. Which is the better investment for the future?

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