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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

What Should Investors Do With Lightspeed Stock? 

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed Commerce stock rallied 42% after losing 83% value in the tech stock selloff. What should investors do?

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Energy Stocks

Oil Just Got Costlier: 3 Canadian Oil Stocks to Buy Under $50

| Puja Tayal

Brent crude touched US$120, but you can get exposure to higher oil prices at just $50/share with three Canadian oil…

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Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Canada Is Attracting Investors’ Attention

| Puja Tayal

The world is grappling with energy supply uncertainty. In these difficult times, Canada presents a good investing case.

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Investing

Air Canada vs. Descartes: Which Is a Better Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Buying has returned to the stock market. Air Canada and Descartes stock surged 16% and 0.6%, respectively, in the last…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

All You Need to Know About Uranium Stocks in 2022

| Puja Tayal

Uranium stocks are surging and have reached their 2011 high. Here’s everything you need to know about this commodity.

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Tech Stocks

Why Did Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Jump 33% in a Week?

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock surged for an entire week. Should you buy the stock now?

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Dividend Stocks

5 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

Dividends are a good way to fight rising inflation. Here are some dividend stocks to buy and hold forever.

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Tech Stocks

The Tech Stock Crash Is Over: Time to Buy 3 Super-Cheap TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

The Fed interest rate hike removed uncertainty and got investors buying again. It is time to buy three tech stocks…

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Energy Stocks

Canada’s 3 Awesome Natural Resource Stocks Could Make You Rich

| Puja Tayal

Russian sanctions have made Canada a viable alternative for the United States to replace Russian imports. Invest in natural resources.

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Investing

Why Did TSX Stocks Surge after the U.S. Fed’s Interest Rate Hike?

| Puja Tayal

TSX stocks surged after the U.S. Fed increased the interest rate after three years. How can equity investors benefit from…

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Cryptocurrency

SEC vs. Ripple Lawsuit: Why Should You Care?

| Puja Tayal

The Ripple lawsuit is driving a lot of attention from the crypto community. It is a landmark case that could…

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Tech Stocks

Is the Tech Stock Selloff Over? 2 Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy

| Puja Tayal

Canadian tech stocks have surged after more than 70 days of decline. Is this the end of the selloff? Which…

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Cryptocurrency

XRP: Latest Court Ruling a “Big Win” for Ripple Labs

| Puja Tayal

Ripple got another win in its ongoing lawsuit with the SEC. Its fair notice defence stays and so does the…

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Investing

The 3 Best Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Puja Tayal

These are difficult times. The Russia-Ukraine war has restored shareholders’ interest in some energy stocks trading at cheap prices.

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Stocks for Beginners

Russia-Ukraine War Changed the World for Airlines: Air Canada Stock Down 16%

| Puja Tayal

The Russia-Ukraine war has put bans on international skies and changed the airlines' world. Is this the time to buy…

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Stocks for Beginners

My Top 3 ETFs for March 2022

| Puja Tayal

In times of crisis, index ETFs are a good option. They give you exposure to large-cap stocks that have withstood…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Falls Below $800: Don’t Buy This Dip Yet

| Puja Tayal

The war in Ukraine has created global tensions worldwide. All tech stocks fell, and so did Shopify (TSX:SHOP). But is…

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock Rises With U.S.-Russia Tension

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock has made a new 52-week high, as global tensions escalate oil prices. What should you do…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why the TSX Outperformed the Nasdaq in the 2022 Market Downturn

| Puja Tayal

The global stock market is in a downturn, but the TSX Composite Index is in green. What is the catalyst,…

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Energy Stocks

Why Did Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE) Stock Double in 12 Months?

| Puja Tayal

Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) stock doubled in 2021, outperforming other energy stocks. Is there more upside?

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Energy Stocks

What Does the Russia-Ukraine War Mean for Your Canadian Portfolio?

| Puja Tayal

The Russia-Ukraine war has changed the world of global business. How can you protect your investments in these times?

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Tech Stocks

Top 3 TSX Stocks to Buy at a Cheap Price in March 2022

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is bearish amid geopolitical jitters, creating an opportunity to buy some growth stocks at a discount.

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Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Tech Stocks in the Next Market Pullback?

| Puja Tayal

The Russia-Ukraine war has brought the global markets closer to a potential crash. Should you buy tech stocks in this…

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Stocks for Beginners

How Does Warren Buffett Manage His Investment Portfolio in a War?

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett made his first investment during World War II. Here’s how the famous value investor managed his portfolio in…

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Tech Stocks

Global Stock Markets Closer to a Crash: 2 TSX Stocks to Buy Cheap

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is close to a crash as the Russia-Ukraine war intensifies. At times like these, buying growth stocks…

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Energy Stocks

2 Canadian ETFs to Protect Your Portfolio From the Russia-Ukraine War

| Puja Tayal

The global stock market crashed as Russia declared war on Ukraine. But these two ETFs could protect your portfolio.

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Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Dye & Durham (TSX:DND) Stock Below $29?

| Puja Tayal

Dye & Durham (TSX:DND) stock has fallen 34% year to date and is now trading closer to its 52-week low.…

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Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock at an $840 Price?

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock is down 60% as the pandemic catalyst fades. Should you buy the stock at $840, or is…

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Tech Stocks

2 Cheap TSX Stocks Under $40 for Medium-Risk Investors

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to buy cheap stocks with significant long-term growth potential? Here are two stocks under $40 with moderate…

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Coronavirus

Should You Hold or Sell Air Canada Stock Above $25?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock surged 11% in February after falling below $22 in January. Is $25 a price to hold…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Under $5 for High-Risk Investors

| Puja Tayal

These stocks have strong growth potential but carry high risk. Read before investing.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Earn Dividend Yields Over 5%

| Puja Tayal

The rising inflation has reiterated the need for passive income. A dividend yield of over 5% can help combat inflation.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend ETFs to Buy Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The early bird catches the worm. While you learn to flap your wings, book your returns in the stock market…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks to Make $10/Day in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks that can give you regular cash flows? These three dividend stocks could help you earn…

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Tech Stocks

Save Tax: Buy 3 TSX Stocks in an RRSP Before March 1

| Puja Tayal

Are you worried about your 2021 income tax bill? You still have some time left to save taxes with your…

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Energy Stocks

What Canadian Investors Should Know About the Ukraine-Russia Conflict

| Puja Tayal

The Ukraine-Russia conflict has reached an inflection point and is impacting global energy markets. Here’s how Canada is getting affected.

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Stocks for Beginners

5 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now for Strong Overall Returns

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is recovering from its bearishness. Now is the time to buy these five TSX stocks and increase…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks for the 30:30:30:10 Rule of Comfortable Retirement

| Puja Tayal

Are you close to your retirement? Then you should read ahead about the 30:30:30:10 rule and how it can secure…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 2 TSX Dividend Stocks to Buy Under $50

| Puja Tayal

When investing in dividend stocks, look at free cash flow, dividend history, and future cash flow. Here are two stocks…

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Energy Stocks

Don’t Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC), Buy This TSX Stock Instead

| Puja Tayal

Are you still hanging on to Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock? This other stock is benefiting from a current trend.

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