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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.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

How Canadians Should Be Using Their TFSA Contribution Limit in 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

The 2026 TFSA limit is $7,000. Here's why Dollarama stock could be one of the smartest buys you make inside…

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Dividend Stocks

This Perfect TFSA Stock Yields 6.4% Annually and Pays Cash Every Single Month

| Aditya Raghunath

Vital Infrastructure Property Trust yields 6.4% annually and pays you every single month. Here's why this healthcare REIT belongs in…

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Dividend Stocks

A Cheap, Safe Dividend Stock That Retirees Should Know About

| Aditya Raghunath

Brookfield Business stock trades at a discount to net asset value. Here's why retirees seeking cheap, safe dividend income should…

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect TFSA Stock: A 4% Yield With Constant Paycheques

| Aditya Raghunath

Keyera offers a reliable 4% dividend yield, record fee-based earnings, and a transformational acquisition that could supercharge long-term growth.

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Dividend Stocks

The #1 Single Stock I’d Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Aditya Raghunath

TMX Group stock could be the single best TFSA holding for long-term Canadian investors. Here's why this exchange operator deserves…

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Energy Stocks

1 TSX Stock up 54% Looks Like an Ideal Forever Hold

| Aditya Raghunath

Canadian Natural Resources stock is up 54% and still looks cheap. Here's why CNQ could be the ultimate forever hold…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock Is Down 36% and Worth Holding Forever

| Aditya Raghunath

Boyd Group Services stock is down 36% from its highs, but strong earnings, margin growth, and a transformative acquisition make…

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Dividend Stocks

How a TFSA Can Generate $7,240 in Annual Tax-Free Passive Income

| Aditya Raghunath

Alaris Equity Partners stock offers a 6.6% forward yield. Here's how to use your TFSA to earn $7,240 in annual…

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Dividend Stocks

What’s Going On With BCE’s Dividend?

| Aditya Raghunath

BCE stock still yields over 5% after a painful dividend cut. Here is what the company is saying about restoring…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the 3-Stock TFSA Strategy I’d Use in 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

CNR, TD, and WCP are the 3 Canadian stocks I'd anchor a TFSA around in 2026: strong dividends, real cash…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge vs Suncor: The Dividend Pick I’d Own Through 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

Enbridge vs Suncor: which Canadian energy stock is the better dividend pick in 2026? I break down the numbers and…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Practically Perfect Canadian Stock Down 53% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Aditya Raghunath

Pet Valu stock is down 53% from its all-time highs. Here is why this Canadian pet retailer could be one…

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Investing

Balance Your TFSA: A Top Strategic Canadian ETF to Own

| Aditya Raghunath

VFV is one of the best ETFs for your TFSA. It tracks the S&P 500, costs almost nothing to hold,…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Lumber Stocks to Watch Right Now

| Aditya Raghunath

Stella-Jones and West Fraser are two Canadian lumber stocks worth watching in 2026. One is a clear buy right now.…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next 5 Years

| Aditya Raghunath

Element Fleet Management and Gildan Activewear are two Canadian dividend stocks with strong fundamentals worth holding in your portfolio for…

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Dividend Stocks

Revealed: Here’s the Only Canadian Stock I’d Refuse to Sell

| Aditya Raghunath

Brookfield Asset Management is the one Canadian stock I'd never sell. Here's why its fee machine, AI tailwinds, and record…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Canadian With This Stock Set to Outperform Global Markets

| Aditya Raghunath

WSP Global stock is down 26% from its 52-week high. Here's why this Canadian engineering giant looks like a compelling…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: Here’s How Much You Need in Your TFSA to Retire

| Aditya Raghunath

Most Canadians need roughly $1 million in their TFSA to retire comfortably. Here's the math and one ETF that can…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Cheap Canadian Stock Down 46% to Buy and Hold

| Aditya Raghunath

Santacruz Silver Mining stock is down 46% from its 52-week high. Here is why this cheap Canadian silver miner could…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE vs. TELUS: 1 Stock Stands Out for TFSA Investors Right Now

| Aditya Raghunath

TELUS delivered record free cash flow and Canada's best churn rate. Meanwhile, BCE is rebuilding. Which Canadian telecom stock is…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock Is Down 57% and Worth Owning for Decades

| Aditya Raghunath

Thomson Reuters stock is down 57% from its peak and offers a growing dividend. Here is why long-term investors may…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Hold in an RRSP and Never Consider Selling

| Aditya Raghunath

Restaurant Brands and North American Construction Group are two dividend stocks worth holding in your RRSP forever.

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Dividend Stocks

The Dividend Stock I’d Choose Over Telus or BCE Right Now

| Aditya Raghunath

BCE cut its dividend and Telus froze its payout. OpenText is quietly building a dividend growth story that income investors…

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Investing

What the Typical Canadian TFSA Looks Like by Age 50

| Aditya Raghunath

Most Canadians have under $30,000 in their TFSA by age 50. Here's what the data actually shows and how a…

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Dividend Stocks

If I Could Only Buy and Hold a Single Stock, This Would Be It

| Aditya Raghunath

Thomson Reuters has quietly doubled its financials since 2019. With AI tailwinds, a fortress balance sheet, and 9% legal growth,…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

1 Gold and Silver Mining Stock to Buy in April

| Aditya Raghunath

Gold trades above $3,000 and silver above $90. Two mining stocks stand out right now: Agnico Eagle and Endeavour Silver.…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s What Enbridge Stock Could Look Like by the End of 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

Enbridge stock looks set for steady gains by the end of 2026 given its record EBITDA, a $39 billion backlog,…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use a TFSA to Bring in $1,000 a Month — Completely Tax-Free

| Aditya Raghunath

Nexus Industrial REIT posted record NOI in 2025 and is targeting investment-grade status in 2026. Here's what that could mean…

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Tech Stocks

1 Canadian Stock Supercharged to Surge in 2026

| Aditya Raghunath

VitalHub crossed $100 million in revenue in 2025 and is building AI tools customers are already paying for. Here is…

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Tech Stocks

What the TFSA Fine Print Says About Holding U.S. Stocks

| Aditya Raghunath

The TFSA protects Canadian gains from tax, but U.S. dividend stocks come with a 15% dividend withholding tax twist most…

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Bank Stocks

A Smart Strategy to Use Your TFSA to Effectively Double Your $7,000 Contribution

| Aditya Raghunath

Your $7,000 TFSA contribution could work much harder with EQB stock. Here is a smart strategy to potentially double your…

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Dividend Pick Down 25%: A “Forever” Hold

| Aditya Raghunath

GFL Environmental stock is down 25% but the business has never been stronger. Here is why this Canadian dividend pick…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make Your Retirement Savings Last a Full 30 Years

| Aditya Raghunath

Canadian Natural Resources stock could be the retirement income anchor you need. Here is how to make your savings last…

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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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