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Daniel Da Costa

Daniel joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 with years of experience in banking and investing. Growing up the son of a proprietary stock trader and educator, Daniel’s always found joy in helping Canadians to improve their financial situations. With the Motley Fool, Daniel sees an even more rewarding way to impact Canadians positively. A student and great admirer of Warren Buffett, he’s always looking for investments offering growth at a reasonable price. Outside of finance, Daniel enjoys spending his time with family, sailing, and watching Formula One.

Recent Articles

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Investing

I’m Betting on Brookfield After a 15% Jump in Distributable Earnings Per Share

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Brookfield's ability to keep finding high-quality investment opportunities makes it one of the best TSX stocks to buy…

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Energy Stocks

Don’t Want to Wait a Year for a GIC Payout? This 6.3% Dividend Stock Pays You Monthly

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s why this Canadian dividend stock is worth considering if you want monthly income and long-term growth without locking your…

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Dividend Stocks

The Perfect Retirement TFSA Stock: A 4.8% Yield With Monthly Paycheques

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s why this monthly dividend stock could be an ideal addition to your TFSA if you’re looking for retirement income…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Stocks vs. Global ETFs: What New Investors Should Understand

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s how you can use global ETFs alongside your Canadian stocks to diversify your finances and build a reliable long-term…

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Investing

Pay Debt, Save or Invest? A Simple Order for Extra Money

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's a simple way to decide whether your extra money should go towards debt, savings or high-quality Canadian stocks.

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Investing

Is VFV a Good ETF for Canadians? When I’d Buy It and What I’d Pair It With

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why the VFV is easily one of the best ETFs that Canadians buy, and how to pair high-quality growth…

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Energy Stocks

1 Underrated Canadian Energy Stock I’m Buying for Late 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

With oil prices dominating headlines, here's why one underrated Canadian energy stock could be worth a closer look heading into…

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Retirement

You Spent 40 Years Building Your RRSP: Here’s How to Draw It Down Wisely

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can start planning your RRSP withdrawals wisely to keep more of your hard-earned money in retirement.

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Energy Stocks

Here’s the 5.9% Dividend Stock I Can’t Get Enough Of

| Daniel Da Costa

With this Canadian dividend stock yielding 5.9% again after a recent pullback, here’s why it could be one of the…

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The RRSP (Canadian Registered Retirement Savings Plan) is a smart way to save and invest for the future
Retirement

TFSA vs. RRSP: Which Should Canadians Prioritize in 2026?

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s what to consider when choosing between a TFSA and RRSP in 2026, plus why the stocks you hold in…

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diversification is an important part of building a stable portfolio
Investing

All the Different Brookfield Stocks Explained

| Daniel Da Costa

With several Brookfield stocks trading on the TSX, here’s what Canadian investors should know before deciding which one to buy.

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Investing

Investing During a Trade War? Sure, With These 3 Blue-Chip Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why these three blue-chip stocks are not just ideal stocks to buy during a trade war; they're stocks you'll…

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Tech Stocks

Tech Stocks Tumble After AI Leaders Urged a Slowdown: Time to Buy Shopify or Celestica?

| Daniel Da Costa

With growing calls for a slowdown in the development of AI, here's how two of Canada's best tech stocks, Shopify…

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Investing

Carney’s Investment Summit: What Canadian Investors Need to Know

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s why Carney’s investment summit earlier this month could benefit high-quality TSX stocks for years to come.

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Bank Stocks

Thinking About Bank Stocks? Here’s What to Know in September

| Daniel Da Costa

After a strong run so far this year, here’s what Canadian investors should know about the big bank stocks in…

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Dividend Stocks

This Stock Belongs in Every Canadian’s TFSA, and Here’s Why

| Daniel Da Costa

With a yield of 5.5% and 15 straight years of dividend increases, this TSX stock is a no-brainer buy in…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks to Watch After Carney’s $1 Trillion Investment Summit

| Daniel Da Costa

These TSX stocks have reliable operations, compelling dividends and years of growth potential ahead, making them two of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold After Its Dividend Cut?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Telus shares down 40% over the last year and the stock offering a current yield of more than 6.3%,…

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Energy Stocks

Why This Canadian Utility Could Be the Best Stock You Never Think About

| Daniel Da Costa

This Canadian utility isn't just one of the best long-term investments to make; it's one of the most reliable dividend…

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Investing

The 5 TSX Stocks I’d Buy With $10,000 in September

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got cash that you're looking to put to work in this environment, here are five of the best…

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Energy Stocks

The Canadian Dividend Stock That’s Paid Through Multiple Recessions

| Daniel Da Costa

With a yield of 3.7% and a dividend growth streak of 26 years, here's why this is one of the…

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Energy Stocks

Fortis Stock Is Down 10%: Buy, Sell, or Hold Right Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

After Fortis stock pulled back nearly 10% from its midsummer high, is this the buying opportunity investors have been waiting…

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Dividend Stocks

I Think Buying This Stock Is the Easiest Passive Income Play Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

With a 5.6% yield, monthly distributions and a high-quality real estate portfolio, this is one of the easiest passive-income stocks…

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Energy Stocks

The High-Yield Stock That Isn’t a Trap

| Daniel Da Costa

Although this stock yields nearly 6%, its payout ratio is just 63%, showing why it's one of the best high-yield…

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Energy Stocks

Where Will Cenovus Stock Be in the Next 3 Years?

| Daniel Da Costa

With energy prices boosting Cenovus’s cash flow, here’s how the company is benefiting and positioning itself for the future.

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Investing

Here Are 3 Canadian ETFs I’d Use to Make Money in My TFSA for Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Looking to build wealth in your TFSA? These three Canadian ETFs offer U.S. growth, monthly income, and international diversification.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s the Deal With Northland Power’s Dividend?

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Northland Power cut its dividend by 40% recently and why it actually makes the stock more compelling as…

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Dividend Stocks

An Ideal TFSA Stock With a Steady 4.4% Yield

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this defensive growth stock offering a yield of roughly 4.4% today is such an ideal investment for a…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Companies With a Track Record of Consistently Raising Their Dividends

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Canadian stocks that consistently increase their dividends are some of the best long-term investments, regardless of their yields.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Dividend Stocks to Put in a Canadian Income Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

Whether you're looking for high-yield stocks, or dividend growth stocks, these five picks are some of the top picks Canadians…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock I’d Buy After a Bad Headline

| Daniel Da Costa

This dividend stock with a current yield of 4.4% is defensive and has major growth potential, making it the perfect…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Growth and Dividends From the Same Portfolio? These 2 Canadian Stocks Deliver Both

| Daniel Da Costa

These two impressive Canadian stocks offer consistent long-term growth potential and attractive dividend yields.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks Built to Be TFSA Cornerstones Through a Volatile Market

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks generate reliable cash flow and pay attractive dividends, making them two of the best to…

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Investing

2 Canadian Stocks That Look Primed for a Strong 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

Even with all the economic uncertainty in 2026, these two reliable Canadian growth stocks remain some of the best to…

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Investing

2 Standout Growth Stocks Worth Buying Today and Holding for the Long Haul

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top growth stocks have years of potential to grow both rapidly and consistently, making them ideal long-term investments.

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Dividend Stocks

Grab These Dividend Stocks Now Before Their Prices Rise and Yields Drop

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian dividend stocks are not only trading off their highs, but they also both offer yields of…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Infrastructure Stocks Built for the Electrification Wave

| Daniel Da Costa

As the world shifts to cleaner energy and builds out new infrastructure, these Canadian stocks have some of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

This Monthly Income ETF Yields 4.3% and Every Canadian Should Take Note

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this 4.3% monthly dividend ETF isn't just a buy for the income it generates; it's one of the…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 TSX Stocks to Buy for a Calm, Boring, Winning Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

These five TSX stocks offer investors a solid combination of income and long-term growth potential, making them some of the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks for Canada’s Infrastructure Spending Boom

| Daniel Da Costa

These infrastructure stocks all have defensive operations alongside huge long-term growth potential, making them some of the best to buy…

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