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Author: Puja Tayal

Puja Tayal has been writing for Motley Fool Canada since 2020. Her love for writing inspired her to start a college newsletter. With a Bachelors's degree in Finance and Accounting and CFA Level 1, Puja strives to transform stock discussions into breakfast table chats through her articles. A movie buff and a finance geek, Puja weaves superheroes, cartoons, and novels to tell you a story touching different aspects of investing, from portfolio and tax planning to retirement savings. Follow her on Twitter for more stories.

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed POS (TX:LSPD) Stock Up 4.5%: Key Takeaways From Q1 Earnings

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) pleased investors once again with accelerated revenue growth organically and through acquisitions. 

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Tech Stocks

Crypto Is Back: Should You Invest in These Bitcoin-Related Stocks?

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin saw some momentum after 45 days of silence. Are you confused about whether to invest in Bitcoin-related stocks? Then…

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Coronavirus

Why Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Still Trading Below $25?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) latest earnings showed improvement, but it could not boost the stock price. Why is the stock still…

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Tech Stocks

How a Monkey Beats the Stock Market

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett says that a sensible monkey can make money in the stock market if he or she remains patient.…

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Dipped Over 15% in July: Should You Buy or Sell?

| Puja Tayal

The most common mistake investors do is to sell the dip and buy the rally. Don't make this mistake with…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks to Look for Stellar Earnings This Week

| Puja Tayal

Many companies are seeing a recovery in earnings. Two stocks will report stellar second-quarter earnings this week.

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Tech Stocks

4 TSX Stocks to Make Big Moves Next Week

| Puja Tayal

The next week is the time for some important earning releases. Four Canadian stocks could see big moves pre- and…

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Value Stocks to Buy Under $50 in August 2021

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks that you can buy and hold for the long term? Here are some value stocks…

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Tech Stocks

Investing Guide: 5 Things to Do to Become a Millionaire

| Puja Tayal

What does it take to become a millionaire? Discipline? Hard work? Luck? Find out the role of investing in your…

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Tech Stocks

2 Future Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

The tried and tested method to win in the stock market is to buy and hold. But to become rich,…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge’s (TSX:ENB) Q2 Earnings Preview: A Play of Increased Energy Demand

| Puja Tayal

Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) will release its second-quarter earnings on July 30. The earnings could reflect the recovery in energy demand. 

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Jumped 7.85%

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock jumped 7.8% after a 10% dip. Is this jump due to any news or is it another…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks To Fall Back on As the CRA Phases Out CRB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is phasing out the CRB. It is time to stop playing risky bets and invest in fundamental stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Canadian Stocks Under $100 That Can Earn You a Lifetime Dividend

| Puja Tayal

Are you done with risky meme stocks, cryptocurrencies, and are looking for stable returns? These stocks can earn you a…

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Dividend Stocks

A Beginner’s Guide to Dividend Investing: 2 Stocks to Begin With

| Puja Tayal

What are dividends? How does one identify the right dividend stocks and build an optimal portfolio of passive income? Read…

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Energy Stocks

3 Stocks to Book Profit and Invest Elsewhere

| Puja Tayal

The buy-and-hold strategy is the most effective in the stock market. But sometimes it is better to book profit and…

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Top TSX Stocks

5 Canadian Growth Stocks That Could Make You Rich

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to get rich? Here’s how you can build a wealth-generation portfolio with five Canadian growth stocks. 

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Dividend Stocks

5 Best Canadian Stocks to Buy on the July Dip

| Puja Tayal

July is seeing a correction in the stock market due to rising Delta variant cases. This dip is an opportunity…

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5 Canadian Tech Stocks to Buy and Hold for a Decade

| Puja Tayal

Those who invested in today’s technology 10 years ago are now millionaires. These five Canadian tech stocks can make your…

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Coronavirus

These 3 TSX Stocks Are Cheaper Alternatives to Air Canada

| Puja Tayal

Are you bullish on Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock's recovery rally, but a price of $25 per share bothers you? Here…

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Coronavirus

The TSX Composite Index Down 2.7%: Bulls Prepare to Buy These 4 Stocks

| Puja Tayal

The fast-spreading Delta variant is putting downward pressure on the stock market. It is time for bullish investors to buy…

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Tech Stocks

The July Correction: 3 Under-$10 Stocks to Buy the Dip

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index fell 2.27% as the Delta variant revived the stock market bears. Buy these stocks in the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Investing Tips to Retire a Millionaire

| Puja Tayal

It is not rocket science to retire a millionaire. Follow these simple investing tips in a disciplined fashion, and you…

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Energy Stocks

Oil Prices Up 95%: 2 Stocks to Buy Today

| Puja Tayal

Oil prices have surged 95% since November 2020. The oil stocks are seeing short-term bears, but it presents an opportunity…

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Tech Stocks

Digital Age Utilities: 3 Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to invest in tech stocks but fear volatility? You can buy and hold these digital-age utility stocks…

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Tech Stocks

Don’t Buy Facedrive (TSX:FD): Buy This Stock Instead

| Puja Tayal

Facedrive (TSXV:FD) stock dipped 78% from its January high of $59.95. Don’t buy this stock. Instead, check out this better…

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Coronavirus

Fears of Delta Variant Plague Airline Stocks: What Should You Do?

| Puja Tayal

The Delta variant brings chills to airline stocks. How can you profit from this correction?

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Energy Stocks

Oil Prices Down 4%: Should You Buy Oil Stocks?

| Puja Tayal

Oil prices have dipped 4.4% in July for many reasons. Is this dip temporary or something that will have a…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Dips Below $13: Is it a Good Buy This Week?

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock dipped 32% from the short-squeeze high of $19, as traders booked profit. Is it a long-term buy at…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Hovering Around $25: Is it a Good Buy Next Week?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is hovering at $25, and the next week could bring a positive surprise when it releases…

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Dividend Stocks

Why am I Bullish on Pipeline Stocks?

| Puja Tayal

Pipeline stocks have been making news, as oil prices soar to a three-year high. But there is a lot more…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Inter Pipeline (TSX:IPL) Stock Surged 3.25% Today

| Puja Tayal

Inter Pipeline (TSX:IPL) stock surged 3.25% after Brookfield Infrastructure Partners upped its bid. How can you profit from this? 

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Dividend Stocks

The CRB Extension Is Here: The $300/Week CRB Starts From July 18

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has reduced the CRB amount from $500/week to $300/week. The new CRB will apply from the periods starting…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Stocks to Begin the 2nd Half of 2021

| Puja Tayal

The second half of 2021 holds the promise of recovery and seasonality. These five stocks have the potential to surge…

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Tech Stocks

How Elon Musk Became the World’s 2nd-Richest Man

| Puja Tayal

Elon Musk’s journey to become the second-richest man shows the world is moving to green tech. Follow these trends and…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Over BlackBerry (TSX:BB): Get Peace of Mind With These 2 Stocks

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock’s short squeeze is easing. It’s time to take a break from momentum trades and go long-term. 

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Dividend Stocks

Oil Price Falls: What Should You Do?

| Puja Tayal

The energy and finance-heavy TSX Composite Index dipped 1.3% as oil prices fell due to supply disputes. What does this…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $110 GST Refund? Begin Investing With Top 3 Stocks Under $50

| Puja Tayal

Have you received your GST refund of up to $114? This is the time to start investing in stocks and…

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Tech Stocks

Coinbase Is Down 31% Since IPO: 2 Best Crypto-Related Stocks to Buy Now

| Puja Tayal

Coinbase stock has plunged 31% since its April IPO. But blockchain mining stocks show a ray of hope in crypto…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Stocks to Help You Retire a Millionaire

| Puja Tayal

How many years does it take to become a millionaire? It depends on the stock you choose and the amount…

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