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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

For a Shot at $5,000 in Annual Passive Income, Buy 1,741 Shares of This Stock

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's how Canadian utility Emera (TSX:EMA) stock could help dividend investors add reliable passive income streams to retirement portfolios.

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Utilities in March 2024: The Best Stocks to Buy as Interest Rates Hold Steady

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Fortis and AltaGas look like attractive stocks as the Bank of Canada keeps interest rates stable in March 2024.

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Tech Stocks

If You’d Invested $1,000 in Constellation Software Stock 5 Years Ago, This Is How Much You’d Have Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Spin-offs add a new layer of investment returns on Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock

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Dividend Stocks

1 Construction Stock That Has Created Millionaires and Will Continue to Make More

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Stantec (TSX:STN) stock's post-pandemic rally has been phenomenal. A 2024-2026 strategic plan gives the growth stock more room to run.

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Tech Stocks

2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks That Could Go Parabolic

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Palantir Technologies stock and this tiny Canadian AI stock could rally as their new platforms bring new customers in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Ways to Grow $100,000 Into $1 Million in Retirement Savings

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Anyone can build a million-dollar retirement portfolio. Here are four ways you could practically grow $100,000 to $1 million.

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Energy Stocks

3 Energy Stocks Already Worth Your While

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TSX energy stocks could shine for much longer. Here's why Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ), Parex Resources (TSX:PXT), and another oil…

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Dividend Stocks

A Lifetime of Passive Income is Hiding in Plain Sight

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Seeking passive income ideas? Check out this Canadian monthly dividend ETF with a juicy 6.8% distribution yield.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: Loblaw Companies or Metro Stock?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Loblaw Companies (TSX:L) stock is riding on recent momentum. Meanwhile, Metro (TSX:MRU) is executing for future earnings growth.

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Tech Stocks

Could Nuvei Stock Help You Become a Millionaire?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nuvei stock is favourably priced today for growth focused investors to buy. Could the stock enhance your chances to build…

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Tech Stocks

These 3 Magnificent Stocks Keep Driving Higher

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Constellation Software, Dollarama and another TSX stock have consistently generated positive investment returns. Here’s why they belong in your retirement…

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Bank Stocks

Forget TD Bank: This Growth Stock Is Poised for a Potential Bull Run

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TD Bank stock may underperform, again. However, Propel Holdings (PRL) stock could sustain a multi-year bull run while satisfying income…

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Dividend Stocks

Is BCE Stock the Best High-Yield Dividend Stock for You?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

BCE's 7.8% dividend yield for 2024 is attractive. However, the payout is increasingly unsustainable, and the stock could slide further.

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Investing

Seeking Steady Income Streams? Dive into Rogers Sugar’s 6.4% Dividend and Operational Strength

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Rogers Sugar stock pays juicy dividends. Shares may gift investors with capital gains as higher contract prices kick in while…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy in February 2024: Magna Stock vs. Telus Stock

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TELUS stock offers a good balance of income and growth. However, Magna is a better choice if you seek undervalued…

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Tech Stocks

Future-Proofing Your Portfolio: Embrace AI Stocks for Long-Term Growth

| Brian Paradza, CFA

This AI stock recently surged by 40% in two days. OpenText stock is getting an AI makeover that may engineer…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Rogers Stock a Buy After its Shaw Takeover?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Rogers Communications's market clout has increased, and its cash flow generation power is amplified after the Shaw takeover. But investors…

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Tech Stocks

2 Companies That Could Be Worth $1 Trillion by 2028

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway is inching closer to a trillion-dollar valuation. The second behemoth could ride on AI.

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Tech Stocks

Will Shopify Stock Be Worth More Than Tesla by 2034?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A bold 10-year prediction featuring Shopify’s booming e-commerce landscape and a charming Tesla stock that’s increasingly surrounded by hungry wolves.

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Technology
Tech Stocks

4 Top AI Stocks to Buy Beyond the “Magnificent Seven”

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here are four small AI stocks Canadian investors could add to their growth-oriented portfolios.

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Energy Stocks

Here’s My Top Value Stock to Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here’s why I’d buy Parex Resources stock today for a 6.5% dividend yield, and more upside.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Could IAMGOLD Stock Help You Retire a Millionaire?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

IAMGOLD (IMG) stock could add more gains to a recent 15% rally. But its Côté Gold project's success may not…

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Energy Stocks

If You Invested $1,000 in Fortis Stock in 2014, This Is How Much You Would Have Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here’s why you should consider Fortis stock and other utilities when building a retirement portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Could CNR Stock Help You Retire a Millionaire?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian National Railway stock could've minted new millionaires since 1995. Could it create more wealth for new investors?

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Tech Stocks

If You Invested $10,000 in Lightspeed Commerce Stock in January 2023, This Is How Much You Would Have Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

High volatility in Lightspeed stock isn't unprecedented. This to Canadian tech stock minted new millionaires after similar drawdowns.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Nvidia: 1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock to Buy Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nvidia stock is richly priced. Any small surprises could trigger amplified volatility in 2024. Risk-averse investors may buy this AI…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Things About TELUS Stock Every Smart Investor Knows

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TELUS stock's dividend is safer than it looks. Here's something else smart investors know about Canada's third-largest telecom stock.

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Dividend Stocks

Slate Grocery REIT Stock: Buy, Sell or Hold?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Dividend investors should grab Slate Grocery REIT’s 9.6% distribution yield before it goes away in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

This 7.5% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

SmartCentres REIT’s 7.5% yield could make it a smart investment for passive income in 2024.

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Investing

The 3 Top-Performing TSX Stocks of 2023 So Far: Can They Keep Growing?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Shopify stock leads the large-cap TSX stocks that widely outperformed the market so far in 2023. The third top performer…

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Dividend Stocks

This 9% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A look at Allied Properties REIT’s 9% distribution yield as potential passive income in 2024: Should investors chase the yield…

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Dividend Stocks

Navigating the World of REITs: Dividend Gems in the Canadian Real Estate Sector

| Brian Paradza, CFA

CT REIT's success may spill into 2024 while CAPREIT remains an income investment of choice going into the new year.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 364 Shares in This Top Dividend Stock for $100 Per Month in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

This top Canadian REIT's highly sought portfolio is gushing more cash flow to boost income distributions in 2024.

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Tech Stocks

2 Artificial Intelligence-Powered Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nuvei stock is poised to have an AI-powered recovery while TELUS International stock survives on an AI-powered demand stabilization.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Earn $558 per Month in Your TFSA Portfolio

| Brian Paradza, CFA

An investment in First National Financial stock could boost TFSA income. This dividend ETF could offer better risk-adjusted income streams.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top Healthcare Stock to Buy on the TSX Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Chartwell Retirement Residences could be your top Canadian healthcare stock to buy now.

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Tech Stocks

Up 37 Percent in 2023: Is OpenText Stock a Buy Now?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

OpenText’s latest spin-off deal uniquely makes the Canadian tech giant an astute, yet unintentional stock trader.

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Tech Stocks

Better AI Stock: CGI vs Accenture

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Accenture doubled its AI revenue in three months and is executing an aggressive growth strategy. However, CGI stock is a…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Growers: 3 Canadian Stocks That Raised Payouts in November 2023

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Suncor Energy and two other Canadian dividend stocks raised their payouts in November at rates above expected inflation for 2024.…

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Dividend Stocks

Consistent Dividend Payers: Canada’s Silent Wealth Builders

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Dividends rule. Here's how TELUS stock and Enbridge stock have been exemplary Canadian dividend stocks for wealth building, and they…

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