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Author: 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

This Stellar Canadian Stock Is up 498% This Past Year, and There’s More Growth Ahead

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why, even after a 500% gain in the last year, this Canadian stock continues to be one of the…

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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 both long-term growth potential and compelling income, making them two of the best to…

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Has Fallen 55% — and I’d Still Back It as a Long-Term Hold

| Daniel Da Costa

Even after falling in recent years, this stock offers a sustainable 5% yield, making it a solid long-term investment for…

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Energy Stocks

Is Enbridge Stock Worth Buying at Its Current Price?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Enbridge stock trading just 5% off its 52-week high, should you buy it today or wait for a better…

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Dividend Stocks

The 4.6% Dividend Stock That Pays Every Single Month

| Daniel Da Costa

This monthly dividend stock yields 4.6% and has a payout ratio of just 50%, making it a top long-term investment…

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 Stocks I’d Combine for a Strong TFSA Strategy in 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

These picks both trade undervalued and have a tonne of long-term potential, making them two of the best stocks to…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Priced Under $50 That Could Have Meaningful Room to Run

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX stocks do not only have reliable operations and long-term growth potential, they also both trade well undervalued.

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect TFSA Stock for a Choppy 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

With reliable operations, steady long-term growth potential and a 2.3% yield, this stock is the perfect pick for TFSAs in…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock Is Down 25% and a Screaming Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

This high-quality and reliable Canadian dividend stock is trading roughly 25% off its 52-week high, creating a significant buying opportunity.

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Dividend Stocks

My Top Pick for Immediate Income: This 4% Dividend Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

This Canadian dividend stock doesn't only offer an attractive 4% yield today; it's a stock you can buy for decades…

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Energy Stocks

The Canadian Energy Stock I’d Buy Right Now and It’s a Bargain

| Daniel Da Costa

With a yield of 3.1% and shares trading cheaply, this Canadian energy stock is easily one of the best to…

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks Well Suited for a Long-Term Buy-and-Hold TFSA

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks are some of the best and most reliable companies in Canada, making them ideal long-term investments…

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dividend growth for passive income
Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Hold Through Anything

| Daniel Da Costa

With a 5% dividend yield, defensive operations and a payout ratio of less than 70%, this Canadian stock is an…

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Dividend Stocks

Some of the Smartest Canadian Investors Are Piling Into This TSX Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

This TSX stock is trading cheaply, giving investors a chance to buy now, lock in a 4.5% yield, and take…

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Dividend Stocks

5 TSX Dividend Stocks With Solid Yields Built for Steady Cash Flow in Any Market

| Daniel Da Costa

These TSX dividend stocks are reliable, offer compelling yields, and continually expand their operations, making them top picks today.

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Dividend Stocks

Chasing Passive Income? These 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks Yield 6.2% and Can Back It Up

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian companies are some of the safest high-yield dividend stocks you can buy on the TSX.

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Energy Stocks

5 TSX Energy Stocks to Buy as Oil Pulls Back on Ceasefire News

| Daniel Da Costa

As TSX energy stocks pull back on ceasefire news, long-term demand and infrastructure growth continue to make these five names…

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks With the Potential to Triple in Value Within 5 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian stocks have the growth potential and execution to deliver massive returns over the next five years.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Must-Own Blue-Chip Dividend Stocks for Canadians

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian blue-chip stocks offer reliable dividends and steady long-term potential, making them ideal for a buy-and-hold strategy.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Dividend Stock Down 14% to Buy Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

This reliable Canadian stock is undervalued and offers an attractive dividend yield above 5.1%, making it one of the best…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian ETFs I’d Snap Up Right Now for My TFSA

| Daniel Da Costa

Whether you're looking for more exposure to income, growth or both, these three Canadian ETFs are some of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Infrastructure Boom Is Coming, and the Time to Invest Is Now

| Daniel Da Costa

While many infrastructure stocks can benefit from Canada's growing investments, here are the stocks I'd buy right now.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE’s Dividend Has Been Getting a Lot of Attention — Here’s Why

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why BCE and its current 5.3% dividend yield continue to get so much attention from Canadian income investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s an Ideal TFSA Dividend Stock That Pays Consistent Cash

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this Canadian stock, offering a current yield of 4.6%, is the perfect pick for your TFSA for far…

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Dividend Stocks

A Practical Way to Use Your TFSA Contribution Room to Build Monthly Cash Flow

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can maximize the power of your TFSA to build a reliable and growing stream of monthly income.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Secrets That TFSA Millionaires Know

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are the simple strategies that savvy investors use to maximize the compounding power of their TFSAs over the long…

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect May TFSA Stock With a 6.4% Monthly Payout

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this monthly income stock, offering a yield of 6.4%, might be the best dividend stock to buy in…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Dividend Stock Is Down 17% and Worth Holding Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

With short-term pressure on margins temporarily impacting its share price, this Canadian dividend stock is easily one of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a 2026 TFSA Strategy That Generates Monthly Cash

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how to build a TFSA that generates consistent monthly income, not just today, but for years to come.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Companies With a Track Record of Consistently Raising Their Dividends

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why many of the best stocks to buy and hold for the long haul are Canadian companies that consistently…

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Dividend Stocks

A 9.8% Yield That Looks Attractive – Here’s Why It Could Be a Dividend Trap

| Daniel Da Costa

With a yield that has climbed to nearly 10% and dividend growth now paused, is this Canadian stock worth buying,…

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Retirement

TFSA vs RRSP: The Simple Rule Canadians Forget

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've ever wondered whether the TFSA or RRSP is better for you, here's the simple rule you can always…

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Stocks for Beginners

New to Investing? 2 Easy ETFs Any Canadian Can Start With

| Daniel Da Costa

These two simple Canadian ETFs are not only to help you start investing; they can also form the core of…

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Dividend Stocks

Beyond Telus: A High-Yield Stock Perfect for Income Lovers

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Telus may offer a yield of nearly 10% today, this high-yield stock that's perfect for dividend investors has far…

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Energy Stocks

The Surprising Reason Boring Utility Stocks Are Worth a Second Look Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why these three Canadian stocks with utility operations are some of the best to buy not just in 2026…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Benefit Every Time the Bank of Canada Cuts Rates

| Daniel Da Costa

Not only can these two stocks benefit from lower interest rates, but they're also two of the best Canadian stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks Perfect for Retirees

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian dividend stocks all offer reliable income and consistent long-term growth potential, making them ideal for retirees.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Your TFSA – Not Your RRSP – Should Be Doing the Heavy Lifting

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why the tax-free nature of the TFSA makes it more ideal for high-potential Canadian stocks than your RRSP.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks That Are Growth Plays, Too

| Daniel Da Costa

These three names aren't just dividend growth stocks; they're some of the best long-term picks on the TSX.

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Investing

The Canadian Stocks I’d Focus on for Growth Potential in 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

These five Canadian stocks offer different forms of growth potential in 2026, making them some of the best Canadian stock…

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