Brian Paradza, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

Navigating the World of REITs: Dividend Gems in the Canadian Real Estate Sector

December 27, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

CT REIT's success may spill into 2024 while CAPREIT remains an income investment of choice going into the new year.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 364 Shares in This Top Dividend Stock for $100 Per Month in Passive Income

December 20, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

This top Canadian REIT's highly sought portfolio is gushing more cash flow to boost income distributions in 2024.

Tech Stocks

2 Artificial Intelligence-Powered Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

December 18, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Nuvei stock is poised to have an AI-powered recovery while TELUS International stock survives on an AI-powered demand stabilization.

Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Earn $558 per Month in Your TFSA Portfolio

December 15, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

An investment in First National Financial stock could boost TFSA income. This dividend ETF could offer better risk-adjusted income streams.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Healthcare Stock to Buy on the TSX Today

December 14, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Chartwell Retirement Residences could be your top Canadian healthcare stock to buy now.

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Tech Stocks

Up 37 Percent in 2023: Is OpenText Stock a Buy Now?

December 4, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

OpenText’s latest spin-off deal uniquely makes the Canadian tech giant an astute, yet unintentional stock trader.

Tech Stocks

Better AI Stock: CGI vs Accenture

November 30, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Accenture doubled its AI revenue in three months and is executing an aggressive growth strategy. However, CGI stock is a…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Growers: 3 Canadian Stocks That Raised Payouts in November 2023

November 27, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Suncor Energy and two other Canadian dividend stocks raised their payouts in November at rates above expected inflation for 2024.…

Dividend Stocks

Consistent Dividend Payers: Canada’s Silent Wealth Builders

November 22, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Dividends rule. Here's how TELUS stock and Enbridge stock have been exemplary Canadian dividend stocks for wealth building, and they…

Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Poised to Have a Big Month in November 2023

November 22, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Lightspeed stock is on track to generate its third-highest monthly return in November 2023. Gains wont to compare to another…

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Dividend Stocks

Beat the TSX With This Cash-gushing Dividend Stock

November 17, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Sun Life Financial stock could outperform the TSX again. A recent 8% dividend raise highlights management's enthusiasm.

Dividend Stocks

Where to Invest $10,000 in November 2023

November 16, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Investors can easily diversify through this ETF and earn passive income on established global brands on another.

Energy Stocks

Why This 8.9% Dividend Stock Surged Last Week

November 14, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

PHX Energy Services raises its dividend by 33%, as the stock rallies 27% in a week. Can the momentum sustain?

Dividend Stocks

Why a Bearish Market Could Be the Best Time to Start Investing

November 13, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

New investments into bearish markets can outperform earlier bullish regimes. A currently lukewarm TSX provides investment opportunities, too.

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My 2 Favourite Blue-Chip Stocks for November 2023

November 9, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors undecided on which stocks to buy in November 2023 may wish to check out Constellation Software stock and…

Tech Stocks

My Top AI Stock Pick for the Next Five Years

November 6, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Advanced Micro Devices is going all out to attack Nvidia's AI-chip market dominance this quarter, and AMD stock investors could…

Dividend Stocks

This 7.3 Percent Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

October 31, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund has raised its financial guidance twice, and its high-yield monthly dividend is increasingly safe

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: The Best TSX Energy Stocks for a Fast-Growing Passive Income

October 30, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

This small energy stock has raised its dividend by 200% in 24 months. Suncor is increasingly friendly to its passive-income-oriented…

Dividend Stocks

How I’d Invest $500 a Month to Target a $5,938.68 Yearly Passive Income

October 27, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Using a CT REIT stock as reference, here's how a simple investment strategy could turn $500 monthly contributions into a…

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Up 15% in 2023: Is FirstService Stock Worth a Buy Today?

October 26, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

The latest quarterly results justify FirstService as your cheap growth stock to buy during a bear market this quarter.

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Dividend Stocks

Riding the AI Wave: The Must-Have Stocks for Future-Focused Investors

October 24, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors should not overlook OpenText stock as they invest to ride the long-term AI wave.

Dividend Stocks

Up 14% in October, Is Barrick Gold Stock a Buy Today?

October 19, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Barrick Gold stock is rising on improving production economics and strong gold prices. The future is even more interesting.

Dividend Stocks

Magna International’s Role in the EV Revolution and What It Means for Dividend Investors

October 18, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Magna International is fast growing into an EV stock. Here's what EV investments mean for Magna stock's dividend.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Better Buy: Nutrien Stock or Mosaic Stock?

October 12, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Nutrien stock offers a better dividend yield and wider fertilizer market exposure. However, Mosaic stock has attractive qualities, too.

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Is Canadian National Railway Stock a Buy?

October 11, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

A key valuation multiple on CN Rail stock has reached decade lows. Long-term investors may love the current bargains on…

Energy Stocks

Dividends From the Deep: Can Cameco’s Uranium Resurgence Boost Payouts?

October 5, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

A surge in uranium prices unlocks dividend raises on Cameco stock. However, investors may only see a token increment for…

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The 3 Top-Performing TSX Stocks of 2023 So Far: Can They Keep Gaining?

October 3, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Bitfarms stock retains a performance lead. However, Cameco and another rising TSX stock could offer better risk-adjusted returns.

Dividend Stocks

Up 17 Percent in 2023, Is Open Text Stock a Buy Now?

October 3, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Open Text stock is too cheap to ignore, despite a recent fine run. A recent acquisition and organic revenue growth…

Energy Stocks

Here’s How Suncor Stock Could Really Energize Your Portfolio

September 29, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Suncor stock is a top Canadian energy stock powered-up enough to outperform industry peers this time around. Here's why...

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Up 93.6% This Year, Is SNC-Lavalin Stock Still a Buy?

September 26, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

SNC-Lavalin's stock price has soared in 2023. Could it have more room to grow past historical growth stretches?

Dividend Stocks

The Best Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

September 23, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian Natural Resources stock and another reliable dividend stock could be best buys for high investment return right now.

Dividend Stocks

This TSX Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

September 21, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Choice Properties REIT is a stable source of monthly passive income with significant near-term growth potential.

Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Top Gold Stock to Buy for Under $10

September 19, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Kinross Gold Corp is banking strong cash flows and fortifying its balance sheet, and its stock investors are smiling this…

Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Agnico Eagle Mines vs Nutrien Stock

September 18, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors could get greedy and buy Nutrien stock as it navigates a tough terrain, or jump into an easygoing…

Tech Stocks

Unleash Your Portfolio’s Potential With AI Stocks

September 14, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Despite its recent rally, Nvidia stock surprisingly appears undervalued on this metric right now.

Energy Stocks

This TSX Energy Stock Could Be a Value Play to Consider Right Now

September 13, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Vermilion Energy stock could be a value investor's favourite stock to buy right now.

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Does Quebecor Stock Belong in Your Investment Portfolio?

September 13, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Quebecor stock has room for capital gains following recent Freedom Mobile acquisition deal.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Building a Resilient Retirement Portfolio? I’d Buy Franco-Nevada Stock in September 2023

September 7, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Gold and precious metals streamer Franco-Nevada could be your defensive gold stock to buy and hold into 2024.

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Prediction: This Could Be the Biggest EV Stock in 2025

September 3, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Magna International's growing EV partnerships solidify its top position as Canada's largest EV stock by 2025.

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Is WELL Health Stock a Buy in September 2023?

August 31, 2023 | Brian Paradza, CFA

Here’s what investors need to know before buying WELL Health Technologies stock in September 2023.

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