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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

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Telecom Stock to Buy With $3,500 Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Smart TFSA move? Telus stock shines for income & growth, outpacing rivals with a 7.7% dividend yield, two decades of…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Where Will Barrick Gold Be in 5 Years?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Barrick Gold stock's trajectory to 2029: Gold’s anchor, copper’s charge in the energy revolution

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Paying 6.4% Monthly Income Looks Undervalued

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A Canadian REIT trading at a 15% discount to NAV just raised its payout—and its resilience shines in Q1 2025…

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Dividend Stocks

Investing $7,000 in Your TFSA? Consider These 2 Canadian ETFs for Retirement

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Turn $7,000 into tax-free wealth! 2 top ETFs for 4%+ dividends and retirement growth to max your TFSA this May!

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Play Defence in a Trade War

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Consumer defensive stock Dollarama (TSX:DOL), a Canadian utility stock, and a retail REIT could provide portfolio solace during a tariff…

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Stock Market

The Essential Strategies for Canadian Investors in Trump’s Trade War

| Brian Paradza, CFA

As Trump's tariffs rattle markets, smart Canadian investors aren't panicking -- they're positioning. Discover how to shield your wealth while…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock Down 68%: Why I’d Add it to My $7,000 TFSA Investment

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Do you want trophy office assets at 40 cents on the dollar while collecting an 11.4% distribution yield? This beaten-down…

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Tech Stocks

Tariff-Proof Tech Stocks: 2 Canadian Innovators That Could Ride the Digital Wave Beyond Borders

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Worried about tariffs? These 2 Canadian tech stocks (CGI and Constellation Software) are built for global resilience.

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Tech Stocks

Could This Undervalued Canadian Stock Be Worth $10,000 of My Long-Term Investment Capital?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Tucows stock has plunged 80%. With three cash flow-generating businesses and fibre finally turning profitable, is this beaten-down tech gem…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Overlooked Canadian Value Stocks I’d Consider for My Long-Term Portfolio

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Alaris Equity Partners offers a 7.4% yield at a 24.6% discount to book value, and it's not the only hidden…

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Dividend Stocks

The “Buy Local” Boom: Canadian Stocks Benefiting From Shifting Consumer Sentiment

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) and two other Canadian domestic stocks may ride a tariffs-induced consumer sentiment to revenue and earnings…

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Bank Stocks

Where Will Scotiabank Be in 7 Years?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A deep dive into Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) stock’s long-term potential.

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Bank Stocks

TD Bank Stock Below $90: A TFSA Core Holding for Dividend Growth and Appreciation

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why TD Bank stock is rebounding in 2025 and how the dividend growth stock may rock your TFSA.

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Stock Market

Beyond Steel and Aluminum: Unveiling the Hidden Tariff Casualties in Canada

| Brian Paradza, CFA

While aluminum and steel tariffs grab headlines, Canadian investors overlook these real tariff victims: apparel, transport, and telecom stocks bleeding…

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Dividend Stocks

I’d Invest $12,000 in These 3 High-Yield Dividend ETFs for Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Market turbulence? Sleep easy with these three high-yield dividend ETFs that provide steady monthly income while you wait for recovery.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Real Estate Stocks: How I’d Navigate This Sector With $15,000 During The Pullback

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A $15,000 investment split among these two undervalued Canadian defensive REITs could generate high income yields with capital gains upside

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why I’d Consider This Canadian Stock for My TFSA as Tariffs Reshape Markets

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Cameco (TSX:CCO) stock could fortify your TFSA against tariff war headwinds, and provide growth opportunities during recessions

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Bank Stocks

How I’d Allocate $1,000 in Domestic Stocks in Today’s Market

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Got $1000? Here's how I'd play the tariff war with Canadian domestic stocks this April! Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)…

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Dividend Stocks

Where I’d Invest in Canadian Value Stocks for Long-Term Compounding

| Brian Paradza, CFA

When markets plunge, Warren Buffett's wisdom shines: Get greedy when others are fearful. Canadian value stocks like Scotiabank await patient…

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Tech Stocks

How I’d Invest $11,500 in Canadian Fintech Stocks to Revolutionize My Finances

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Propel Holdings stock's recent dip could be a trading opportunity for long-term financial gains. Here's why the fintech stock is…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Invest $6,000 in Canadian Real Estate Stocks to Build Lasting Wealth

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian REITs on sale! See how grocery-anchored retail properties offering 9% yields could turn $6,000 into lasting wealth despite US…

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Energy Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Suncor vs Cenovus?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Suncor stock's 4.2% dividend yield vs Cenovus Energy's growth potential: Tariff-proof safety or growth gamble?

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Dividend Stocks

Turn Your Savings Into a Passive-Income Powerhouse With 2 Stocks

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Enbridge and another Canadian dividend stock could propel a retirement savings portfolio into a passive-income powerhouse.

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Tech Stocks

2 Canadian Bank Stocks to Shield Against Market Downturns

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Anchor your portfolio with dividends and stability built to outlast trade war turbulence with Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and…

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Bank Stocks

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

| Brian Paradza, CFA

2025 tariff wars: BMO stock’s U.S. anchor vs BNS’s dividend yield gamble. Pick one – or both Canadian bank stocks?

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Dividend Stocks

Better REIT: RioCan vs Choice Properties?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Could RioCan REIT's exposure to Hudson's Bay make its 6.7% distribution yield inferior to RioCan REIT's growth offering?

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Energy Stocks

Trump Tariffs: Are Canadian Energy Stocks Still a Safe Haven for Investors?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Amid Trump’s tariffs, can Canadian energy stocks still shelter your portfolio? Let's identify the risks and opportunities.

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Dividend Stocks

Magna International: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Magna International stock: A 5.5% dividend yield and a cheap 8.1 forward P/E – Can the automotive sector stock outrun…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Low-Volatility TSX Stocks for Smoother Returns

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Find stability in an era of tariff-induced uncertainty with Hydro One and two other low-volatility Canadian stocks

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Dividend Stocks

Is Enghouse Systems Stock a Buy for Its 4.5% Dividend Yield?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Enghouse Systems raised dividends by 15.4%, and grew revenue and earnings in the latest quarterly report. Is the stock a…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend All-Stars That Can Weather Any Economic Storm

| Brian Paradza, CFA

3 TSX dividend stocks with 50+ years of dividends, and raises. Sail through recessions with steady payouts and fortress-like stability.

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy for Monthly Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Earn reliable streams of monthly passive income from First National Financial and two other TSX monthly dividend stocks with +5%…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Incredibly Cheap Canadian Dividend-Growth Stock to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A 6.2% yield, growing monthly payouts, undervalued units, backed by Canadian Tire Corp! Hold this REIT for decades of income

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How Many Shares of First National Financial You Should Own to Get $500 in Monthly Dividends

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Turn your retirement savings into $500 in monthly passive income with First National Financial: A Canadian dividend stock offering a…

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Dividend Stocks

Prediction: Here Are 2025’s Most Promising Canadian Stocks

| Brian Paradza, CFA

From energy giants to e-commerce pioneers, discover three Canadian stocks poised for growth in 2025 as they leverage market leadership…

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Tech Stocks

Got $2,500? 3 Canadian Tech Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Descartes Systems (TSX:DSG) could profitably power tariffs-stricken global trade. Two more Canadian tech stocks may grow a $2,500 investment with…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $1,000? 3 REITs to Buy and Hold Forever

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Turn $1K into tax-deferred cash flow with 3 forever REITs (up to 8.6% yield!)

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Barrick Gold vs Agnico Eagle

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Gold stock showdown: Agnico Eagle Mines’s production stability vs Barrick Gold’s value proposition. Who wins for investors in 2025?

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Retirement

Got $10,000? 2 TSX Stocks to Buy for a Richer Retirement

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Do you want to supercharge your retirement savings? These two TSX stocks -- a space tech leader and an energy…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

First Quantum Minerals Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Is First Quantum Minerals stock a 2025 breakout bet? Zambia’s copper production surge vs. Panama’s standoff during a debt "crisis"

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