TFSA Investing: 2 Top TSX Stocks to Watch

If you’re looking to add to a TFSA investing strategy, reliability is key. These two TSX giants are both great picks with stable dividends.

| More on:
Bank sign on traditional europe building facade

Image source: Getty Images

Despite recent market conditions, there are plenty of Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) investing opportunities available. Some top TSX stocks are trading at attractive discounts for long-term investors.

When it comes to finding stocks for TFSA investing, reliability is a key attribute to look for. Stable, dividend-paying stocks tend to deliver great results within a TFSA over the long run.

While the TFSA has many advantages, it’s important to remember the contribution room is fixed. This means that if you realize a loss within a TFSA, that contribution room is simply gone forever.

This notion only further supports the desire to find reliable and steady stocks to hold in a TFSA. Today, we’ll look at two such TSX stocks.

Scotiabank

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is one of the major banks in Canada. Beyond its solid footing in Canada, it also has a strong international presence.

BNS has long been a prime example of a dependable dividend-paying stock perfect for TFSA investing. In fact, it’s paid a dividend to investors without fail since 1833.

Plus, over the past 45 years it’s increased the dividend in 43 of those years. Clearly, BNS is committed to providing dividend growth to its investors.

Now, there’s no doubt that BNS has been hit hard by the pandemic and its economic fallout. However, BNS has shown time and time again that it has the resiliency to push ahead.

Plus, BNS still has plenty of financial padding with access to large amounts of liquidity and support. While there’s sure to be some less-than-stellar results ahead, BNS doesn’t have a lot of question marks for the long run.

Its strong dividend of 6.33% as of this writing coupled with its potential for huge international growth make this a great TFSA investing pick. Over time, the growth of the dividend combined with the tax savings can make for outstanding total returns.

BMO

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) is another major Canadian bank offering a multitude of financial products and services. Beyond its reach in Canada, it also has a strong presence in the U.S.

Similar to BNS, this TFSA investing star has had its fair share of poor results in recent reports. The pandemic has understandably slowed down business in a lot of key areas.

However, BMO too has a phenomenal track record for both earnings growth and dividend growth. It’s paid a dividend to investors every year since 1829.

Now, of course BMO still has challenges moving forward as the economy continues to open up, it also has a strong balance sheet and plenty of support to lean on during rough times.

When it comes to long-term TFSA investing, scooping up shares of BMO that have a yield of 5.49% as of this writing is a potentially lucrative opportunity. Over time, the total return potential is certainly there for patient investors.

TFSA investing strategy

Both BNS and BMO offer investors the kind of reliability needed in a TFSA investing plan. While there could still be some turbulence ahead in the short term, the yields on offer help make these stocks great long-term plays.

If you’re looking to add some long-term reliability to a TFSA, be sure to put these stocks on your watch list.

This article represents the opinion of the writer, who may disagree with the “official” recommendation position of a Motley Fool premium service or advisor. We’re Motley! Questioning an investing thesis — even one of our own — helps us all think critically about investing and make decisions that help us become smarter, happier, and richer, so we sometimes publish articles that may not be in line with recommendations, rankings or other content.

Fool contributor Jared Seguin has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA.

More on Dividend Stocks

Two seniors float in a pool.
Dividend Stocks

TFSA: How to Earn $1,890 in Annual Tax-Free Income

Plunk these investments into your TFSA to earn passive income and avoid the taxman.

Read more »

Engineers walk through a facility.
Dividend Stocks

1 TSX Stock I Wouldn’t Touch With a 10-Foot Pole

AtkinsRéalis (TSX:ATRL) is one TSX stock I'd never invest in.

Read more »

edit Woman in skates works on laptop
Dividend Stocks

3 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy Under $30

These three stocks all offer a huge deal for investors looking for dividends, as well as growth that will last.

Read more »

You Should Know This
Dividend Stocks

How to Convert a $300 Monthly Investment Into $338 in Monthly Income

If you want a certain amount in monthly passive income, invest a similar amount today and leave the rest to…

Read more »

Increasing yield
Dividend Stocks

3 Income Stocks With Big Yields to Consider in April 2024

If you haven’t yet made your March investments, here are three income stocks to buy the dip and lock in…

Read more »

Senior Man Sitting On Sofa At Home With Pet Labrador Dog
Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: Don’t Miss Out on This Contribution Hack!

This hack has so many benefits for you -- not just when you put it in your RRSP but for…

Read more »

A red umbrella stands higher than a crowd of black umbrellas.
Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: 2 Safe Dividend Stocks to Own for the Next 10 Years

Dividend stocks such as Manulife and Fortis can help you generate a stable and recurring passive-income stream.

Read more »

Young woman sat at laptop by a window
Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Everyone Should Own for the Long Haul

For investors looking for top-tier dividend stocks to buy and hold for the long term, here are three of my…

Read more »