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Author: Aditya Raghunath

Aditya Raghunath joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 and has close to seven years of experience in covering publicly-listed companies. With a post-graduate degree in finance, Aditya aims to educate and engage Canadians by writing extensively about growth, dividend, and value stocks. If you are considering investing in the stock market, he recommends reading The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham before taking the plunge.

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Dividend Stocks

A Nearly Ideal Monthly-Paying REIT With a 5.5% Yield

| Aditya Raghunath

RioCan REIT offers a 5.5% monthly yield backed by 98.5% occupancy, record leasing spreads, and a portfolio built around stores…

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Dividend Stocks

My Single ‘Forever’ TFSA Stock Pick

| Aditya Raghunath

Waste Connections is my top forever TFSA stock pick. It grows earnings every year, raises dividends, and keeps compounding quietly…

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Dividend Stocks

Transform Your TFSA Into a Money-Making Machine With Just $15,000

| Aditya Raghunath

Put $15,000 into Keyera and SmartCentres inside your TFSA and start collecting tax-free dividend income. Here is how to build…

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Tech Stocks

2 Canadian AI Stocks Quietly Positioning for Big Gains

| Aditya Raghunath

WELL Health and OpenText are two Canadian AI stocks quietly building serious competitive moats. Here is why both could be…

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Tech Stocks

3 TFSA Mistakes the CRA Is Actively Watching for

| Aditya Raghunath

The CRA is watching your TFSA more closely than you think. Avoid these three costly mistakes that could trigger penalties,…

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Dividend Stocks

A Dividend Stock Down 34% That’s Worth Holding Indefinitely

| Aditya Raghunath

Magna International is down 34% but still raises dividends and generates $1.7 billion in free cash flow. Here is why…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Is Pouring Billions Into Infrastructure: Does That Make BIP Stock a Buy?

| Aditya Raghunath

Canada is ramping up infrastructure spending. Brookfield Infrastructure Partners offers a 17-year dividend growth streak and 10% FFO growth targets.…

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Tech Stocks

The Lesser-Known Habits That Most TFSA Millionaires Share

| Aditya Raghunath

Most TFSA millionaires share a few overlooked habits. Here is what they do differently, and how a stock like Kraken…

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Dividend Stocks

This Growth Stock Continues to Crush the Market

| Aditya Raghunath

Bird Construction stock has record backlog, double-digit growth ahead, and booming demand in defence and data centres.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Ideal TSX Dividend Stock Down 55% to Buy and Hold for a Lifetime

| Aditya Raghunath

Tecsys stock is down but delivering record EBITDA, 23% ARR growth, and a growing AI platform. Here is why this…

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Dividend Stocks

How Splitting $30,000 Across Three TSX Stocks Could Generate $2,092 in Annual Dividends

| Aditya Raghunath

Split $30,000 across TELUS, RioCan, and Enbridge and you could collect roughly $2,092 in annual dividends.

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Tech Stocks

How to Use Your Annual TFSA Room to Double Your Contributions

| Aditya Raghunath

Your 2026 TFSA limit is $7,000. But smart investors use quality stocks like Microsoft to make that room work twice…

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Tech Stocks

A Once-in-a-Decade Investment Opportunity: The 2 Best AI Stocks to Buy in April 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

Kinaxis and Docebo are two Canadian AI stocks with record growth, expanding margins, and massive tailwinds. Here is why April…

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Dividend Stocks

A TFSA Stock With a 4% Yield and Dependable Cash Payments

| Aditya Raghunath

TC Energy stock offers a 4% dividend yield, 26 years of consecutive dividend growth, and 98% predictable earnings, making it…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend Stock Down 28% That Looks Worth Buying and Holding

| Aditya Raghunath

Tourmaline Oil stock is down 28% but this Canadian natural gas giant is cutting costs, growing reserves, and paying dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Ideal TSX Dividend Stock, Down 68%, to Buy and Hold for a Lifetime

| Aditya Raghunath

Spin Master is down 68%, but its brands, digital growth, and a PAW Patrol blockbuster in 2026 make this TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

The One Stock I’d Never Sell No Matter What Happens to My TFSA

| Aditya Raghunath

CPKC (TSX:CP) is the only railway connecting Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. Here's why it's the one TSX stock worth…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Just $10,000 to Turn Your TFSA into a Money-Making Machine

| Aditya Raghunath

Put $10,000 in your TFSA and let TELUS and Enghouse do the heavy lifting. These two dividend stocks can quietly…

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock Paying 8.3% Each Month

| Aditya Raghunath

Bridgemarq Real Estate Services pays an 8.3% dividend monthly. Here's why it could be an ideal TFSA stock for passive…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP and OAS Aren’t Enough: Here’s How to Fill the Gap

| Aditya Raghunath

CPP pays just $925/month on average. OAS adds a bit more. The gap is real, and BIP stock is one…

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will Enbridge Stock Be in 3 Years?

| Aditya Raghunath

Enbridge stock has raised its dividend for 31 straight years. With a $39B project backlog and 5% growth ahead, here's…

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Energy Stocks

This Canadian Stock Could Rule Them All in 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

Canadian Natural Resources just posted record production and 26 straight years of dividend hikes. Here's why CNQ stock could dominate…

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Retirement

Why $1 Million in Retirement Savings May Not Be Enough Anymore

| Aditya Raghunath

Think $1 million is enough for retirement? Inflation and rising costs say otherwise – here's why you may need more,…

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Dividend Stocks

This Is the Average TFSA Balance for Canadians at Age 60

| Aditya Raghunath

The average TFSA balance for Canadians at 60 is under $45,000. Here's why that may not be enough – and…

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Energy Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks Supercharged to Surge in 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

Brookfield and NexGen Energy are two Canadian stocks with explosive upside in 2026. Here's why investors shouldn't sleep on either…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

A Cheap Canadian Dividend Stock Down 21% Worth Buying Today

| Aditya Raghunath

Hudbay Minerals stock is down 21% but delivering record profits, growing copper production, and building one of the biggest U.S.…

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Tech Stocks

Where to Invest Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution

| Aditya Raghunath

Got $7,000 in TFSA room? Shopify stock could be your best long-term bet. Here's why this Canadian commerce giant is…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

A Cheap, Safe Dividend Stock That Retirees Should Know About

| Aditya Raghunath

Thor Explorations pays growing dividends, holds $137 million in cash, and is building a second mine. Here's why retirees should…

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Tech Stocks

Opinion: This Is the Only TSX Growth Stock to Own for the Next 3 Years

| Aditya Raghunath

Alithya Group is quietly building one of Canada's most compelling IT growth stories. Here's why this TSX tech stock deserves…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Very Best Canadian Stocks to Hold Forever Inside a TFSA

| Aditya Raghunath

Looking for Canadian stocks to hold forever in your TFSA? CareRx and Elemental Royalty offer rare combinations of growth, income,…

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Retirement

How to Build a Retirement Income of $2,000 Per Month

| Aditya Raghunath

Want $2,000/month in retirement income? Here's how investing in Brookfield Renewable Partners and other dividend stocks can get you there.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Top Growth Stock to Buy in March

| Aditya Raghunath

First Quantum Minerals is one of the most compelling copper growth stocks on the TSX right now. Here's why it…

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Retirement

How Big Should Your TFSA Be Before You Can Retire?

| Aditya Raghunath

Your TFSA retirement number isn't one-size-fits-all. Here's how to calculate yours and one low-cost ETF that could help you get…

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Dividend Stocks

A 7.3% Dividend Stock That Pays Cash Monthly

| Aditya Raghunath

PRO Real Estate Investment Trust pays monthly dividends at a 7.3% yield, backed by 9.6% NOI growth and 95.4% occupancy.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How to Turn $25,000 Into TFSA Cash Flow

| Aditya Raghunath

Got $25,000 in your TFSA? Here's how investing in Enbridge stock at a 5.2% yield can turn that lump sum…

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Dividend Stocks

A Consistent Monthly Payer With a Modest 2.5% Dividend Yield

| Aditya Raghunath

Bird Construction pays a monthly dividend and just posted record backlog of $11 billion. Here's why income investors should take…

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Tech Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Tech Stock Down 63% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Aditya Raghunath

Gatekeeper Systems stock is down 63% from its highs, but the AI-powered transit safety company has major tailwinds. Here's why…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

The Best Canadian Stocks to Target for Growth in 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

Trilogy Metals and ZenaTech are two Canadian growth stocks built for 2026. Critical minerals and AI drones are driving serious…

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Dividend Stocks

This Beaten-Down Dividend Stock Is Off 55% and Still Worth Owning

| Aditya Raghunath

OpenText stock is down 55% but this Canadian tech giant is quietly building one of the best AI infrastructure plays…

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Dividend Stocks

2 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist

| Aditya Raghunath

Cargojet and Spin Master are two dividend stocks built for long-term growth. Here's why Canadian investors should consider buying both…

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