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Author: Brian Paradza, CFA

Brian is an investment writer and a Chartered Financial Analyst. He is an investing enthusiast who has regularly contributed to The Motley Fool Canada since 2017. He is also a contributor to TipRanks (www.tipranks.com). His work has been featured on InvestorPlace (www.investorplace.com) as well. You can follow Brian on X (formally Twitter) @brianparadza

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Investing

Don’t Touch Air Canada Stock Until This Risk Is Off the Table

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Air Canada stock faces a looming labour showdown in March 2026 that could ground your returns. Read this before you…

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Energy Stocks

7.2% Dividend Yield? Buy This Top-Notch Dividend Stock in Bulk

| Brian Paradza, CFA

At a 7.2% yield, South Bow (TSX:SOBO) stock's dividend is a fortress built on secure cash flow, disciplined debt targets,…

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Energy Stocks

Outlook for Cameco Stock in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Is Cameco stock a buy for 2026 after surging 166%? Discover how AI energy demand and a hidden "zombie" asset…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $10,000 in This Dividend Stock for a Potential 10% in Total Returns

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Lock in an 8.8% yield from a blue-chip TELUS stock, and earn a path to capital appreciation for +10% total…

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Retirement

3 ETFs I’d Buy Now and Plan to Hold Forever

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Every investor needs a core portfolio built to last. These three Canadian ETFs provide the perfect foundation for a lifetime…

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Investing

Buy These Stocks Before Canada Starts Building Its $1 Trillion in Projects

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A $1 trillion spending boom is hitting Canada. Discover the 3 best TSX infrastructure stocks to buy before the construction…

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Energy Stock Poised for Big Growth in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Oil producer Cardinal Energy (TSX:CJ) is pairing a generous dividend with a major production surge in 2026...

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Dividend Stocks

7 Top-Tier Canadian Stocks That Just Bumped Up Dividends (Again!)

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Get an income raise in 2026! MTY Food just bumped its dividend by 12%, while 6 other top-tier Canadian stocks,…

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Tech Stocks

3 Under-the-Radar Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $1 Million by 2035

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Turning $100k into $1M requires 26% annual growth. Here are 3 Canadian stocks riding massive secular trends that could hit…

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Dividend Stocks

Power-Up Your TFSA: This TSX-Listed ETF Delivers Monthly Tax-Free Cash Flow

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Looking for passive income in 2026? This TSX-listed ETF offers a massive 9.2% annual yield and monthly tax-free cash flow…

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Tech Stocks

Outlook for Celestica Stock in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Celestica (CLS) stock is riding the massive AI wave. Is it too late to buy this soaring Canadian tech stock…

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Dividend Stocks

A 7.2% Dividend Stock Paying Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Upgrade from quarterly payouts. This 7.2% dividend stock sends you a cheque every single month, and its payouts are growing.

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Bank Stocks

Better Banking Stock: Bank of Montreal vs. Bank of Nova Scotia

| Brian Paradza, CFA

BMO vs. Scotiabank stock: 2 Canadian banking titans with $1.5 trillion in assets are taking different paths. Does the high-yield…

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.1% Yield Is One I’m Comfortable Holding for the Long Term

| Brian Paradza, CFA

After a year of dividend cuts, Enbridge stock's 6.1% yield stands out, backed by a $35 billion backlog and 31…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Meet the Canadian Mining Stock Up 450% Last Year

| Brian Paradza, CFA

The "Lazarus" stock: Here’s why Imperial Metals (TSX:III) stock rose 450% from the ashes in 2025

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Tech Stocks

Outlook for Kraken Robotics Stock in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

The stock is already up 36% in 2026. Could the new $35M deal signal a massive year ahead for Kraken…

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Energy Stocks

Outlook for Cenovus Stock in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Can Cenovus stock continue its momentum throughout 2026?

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2026?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Buy, Sell, or Hold? Ignore the speculative headlines. With a 5.2% yield and 3% production growth, Canadian Natural Resources stock…

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Energy Stocks

Where Will Enbridge Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Enbridge is no longer just a pipeline stock. Here is a 2030 forecast for the 6.1% yielder as it pivots…

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Energy Stocks

Outlook for TC Energy Stock in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TC Energy stock generated an industry-leading total return exceeding 17% last year. Can growing EBITDA and a hidden AI-energy asset…

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Investors: Should You Buy Canadian Natural Resources Stock While Under $45?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Is the Venezuela scare a threat or an opportunity? Here is why Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) stock looks like a…

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Energy Stocks

Buy 2,000 Shares of This Dividend Stock for $120 a Month in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Buy 2,000 shares of Cardinal Energy (TSX:CJ) stock to earn $120 in monthly passive income from its 8.2% yield

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Retirement

Kickstart Your Retirement at Age 40 With $10,000 to Begin

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Start your retirement at 40. With $10K and a core & satellite investment strategy, you can build a powerful nest…

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Dividend Stocks

10 Years From Now You’ll Be Thrilled You Bought These Outstanding TSX Dividend Stocks

| Brian Paradza, CFA

One high-yield play and one steady grower, both primed for 2035. Checkout TELUS stock's 9% yield, and this steady and…

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Investing

Promising Canadian Small-Cap Stocks for the New Year

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Two Canadian small-caps with strong 2026 catalysts: Propel Holdings’s banking shift and Hammond Power’s electrification role offer compelling stock price…

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.7% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Diversified Royalty Corp (DIV) stock pays monthly dividends from a unique royalty model, and its payout is getting safer.

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Tech Stocks

Is Shopify Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for 2026?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Shopify (SHOP) may lead the AI-driven agentic commerce era, delivering double-digit revenue and earnings growth in 2026, but will that…

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Energy Stocks

Invest $10,000 in These Dividend Stocks for $700 in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

These two top Canadian energy dividend stocks can help investors secure high passive income yields from infrastructure and royalties today.

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Tech Stocks

These 2 TSX Stocks Look Set to Soar in 2026 and Beyond

| Brian Paradza, CFA

2 TSX stocks to buy for 2026: MDA Space (MDA) offers deep value with a massive backlog, while Descartes Systems…

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Retirement

Want a $1 Million Retirement? 2 Easy ETFs to Buy and Hold Forever

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Targeting $1 million? Discover how the VFV and XIU ETFs form the perfect "Core and Satellite" portfolio to build lasting…

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Energy Stocks

3 No-Brainer Oil Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Got $1,000? Buy the energy sector's M&A wave. From Cenovus's growth to Tamarack Valley stock's potential buyout and Headwater's safe…

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Dividend Stocks

My Blueprint for Monthly Income Starting With $20,000

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Do you think you need millions for passive income? Here is a blueprint to turn $20,000 into a reliable monthly…

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Bank Stocks

Outlook for Bank of Nova Scotia Stock in 2026

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Scotiabank's U.S. shift enhances stability with 16% earnings from America. A safe 4.4% yield, lean ops, and 11X P/E signal…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Locking in Gains by Selling Gold Stocks? Here’s Where to Invest Next

| Brian Paradza, CFA

After gold's 137% surge in 2025, shift profits to copper, uranium, and oil dividend plays for AI and energy growth…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Gladly Buy and Hold for Life

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TELUS stock's 9% dividend yield is ripe for passive income builders as the company embarks on a noble cash flow…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks That Just Raised Their Payouts

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Boost your 2026 portfolio with these 3 TSX dividend growth stocks for passive income that just hiked their payouts in…

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Dividend Stocks

How Beginners Can Turn a Pocket-Sized TFSA Into Serious Wealth

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Turn a pocket-sized TFSA into wealth: Investing in the XEI ETF for 4.3% monthly dividends and instant diversification could turn…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy the 3 Highest-Paying Dividend Stocks in Canada?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Double-digit yields on TSX dividend stocks look tempting, but they often signal danger. Here is the risk and reward behind…

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Dividend Stocks

Monthly Dividend Leaders: 3 TSX Stocks Paying Dividends Every 30 Days

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Stop waiting to get paid. These 3 TSX monthly dividend stocks align with your bills by delivering reliable dividends every…

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $5,000 Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Invest $5,000 wisely in dividend stars like TD Bank, Enbridge, Granite REIT, and TELUS stock for yields up to 9.2%…

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