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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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Tech Stocks

The AI Gold Rush: How to Strike it Rich With the Right Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Although AI offers tremendous growth potential over the coming years, it's essential to ensure you buy the right stocks for…

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Investing

3 Stocks to Buy While They Are On Sale

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks each still trade off their highs, making now the ideal time for investors to buy while…

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Tech Stocks

Why Investing in AI Stocks Is a No-Brainer

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can take advantage of the incredible technology AI offers and find the highest-quality stocks to buy and…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Affordable Passive-Income Stocks That Pay Monthly

| Daniel Da Costa

These top TSX stocks pay investors monthly and offer yields above 7%, making them ideal investments for passive-income seekers.

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Energy Stocks

6.9% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades

| Daniel Da Costa

With reliable operations and consistent long-term growth potential, this impressive TSX stock is one of the best to buy and…

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Investing

2 Top TSX Growth Stocks to Buy Today and Hold for 10 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

These TSX stocks each have a tonne of growth potential and impressive track records, making them two of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Blue-Chip Stocks Every Canadian Should Own

| Daniel Da Costa

These three top Canadian blue-chip stocks are highly reliable and pay attractive dividends, making them must-own stocks for every investor.

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Investing

Is it Finally the Right Time to Buy Cineplex Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

With a strong recovery in profitability expected for the second half of the year, now looks like the perfect time…

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Tech Stocks

Why Every Canadian Needs to Be Investing in the AI Revolution

| Daniel Da Costa

With the impressive potential of AI technology and the rapid innovation we're seeing each day, here's why it's worth investing…

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks Under $100 to Buy in August

| Daniel Da Costa

These three TSX stocks are some of the best and cheapest investments you can buy now, making them some of…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Aristocrats That Could Turbocharge Your Investments

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Dividend Aristocrats are some of Canada's best and most reliable stocks, making them perfect for this market environment.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Stocks for the Second Half of 2024

| Daniel Da Costa

With interest rates declining in Canada and an uncertain economic environment persisting, here are three of the top stocks to…

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Investing

Investing in AI Doesn’t Have to Mean Volatility: 3 Stocks With Relative Stability

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks offer investors a unique way to gain exposure to AI without worrying about the sector's significant volatility.

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Tech Stocks

Is It Too Late to Invest in AI Stocks?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for exposure to the impressive potential AI has to offer, these two top Canadian stocks are some…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Safe Dividend Stocks to Beat Inflation

| Daniel Da Costa

These three safe dividend stocks can both protect and grow your money, helping to ensure your investments consistently beat inflation.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much to Invest to Get $500 in Dividends Every Month

| Daniel Da Costa

These three dividend stocks are some of the best passive-income generators on the TSX, making them ideal stocks for long-term…

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Investing

Here Are My Top 4 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

As interest rates begin to decline and the market environment slowly improves, here are four of the top TSX stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Beginning Investors: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy With $500 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These TSX stocks are easy to follow and high-quality companies you can commit to owning long term, making them some…

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Dividend Stocks

My Top 5 Dividend Stocks for Passive Income Investors to Buy in August

| Daniel Da Costa

These five dividend payers are some of the top stocks on the TSX and among Canada's best passive income-generating investments.

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.9% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Daniel Da Costa

Pizza Pizza's business model and a history of continuous dividend increases make it an ideal stock for passive-income seekers.

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks You Can Confidently Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

These three companies are some of the top stocks on the TSX, giving you the confidence to buy now and…

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Investing

Want to Get Richer? Here Are the 3 Best Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks all have fantastic operations and years of growth potential, making them three of the best to buy…

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Investing

2 Fantastic Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX stocks have years of growth potential and trade cheaply today, making them two of the best to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Defensive TSX Stocks for Lower-Risk Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

These three TSX stocks are all high-quality companies with defensive businesses, making them ideal for low-risk investors.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy Now That Could Help You Retire a Millionaire

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks are all reliable and have years of growth potential, making them some of the best stocks to…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Powerhouses: Canadian Stocks to Fuel Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian dividend aristocrats are some of the top stocks on the TSX to buy now and hold…

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Investing

2 Stocks With Millionaire-Maker Potential

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks are among the best on the TSX, and each has the potential to be millionaire-maker…

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Dividend Stocks

5.2% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Brookfield Infrastructure is one of the best TSX stocks to buy today and hold for decades to come.

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Dividend Stocks

The Top Canadian REITs to Buy in July

| Daniel Da Costa

These three top Canadian REITs offer attractive value and passive-income generation, making them some of the best to buy now.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Fabulous Dividend Stocks to Buy in July

| Daniel Da Costa

With attractive dividend yields and significant long-term growth potential, these dividend stocks are some of the best to buy in…

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Dividend Stocks

Which TSX Stock Is Best to Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

This impressive TSX stock is defensive, has significant growth potential and trades cheaply, making it one of the best stocks…

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Investing

My Top 5 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now for Massive Returns in a Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

These five TSX stocks have impressive operations and solid growth potential, making them five of the best to buy now.

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Investing

Canadian Investors: 3 of the Best Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks have solid operations and impressive long-term growth potential, making them three of the best to buy…

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Investing

2 Soaring TSX Stocks Whose Growth Is Just Getting Started

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX growth stocks both have compelling long-term growth potential while each trading at reasonable valuations.

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Energy Stocks

Want Decades of Passive Income? 2 Energy Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

These energy stocks offer attractive passive income and plenty of long-term growth potential, making them two of the best to…

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Investing

1 Ridiculously Undervalued Growth Stock Down 34%

| Daniel Da Costa

With Air Canada stock trading more than 30% off its 52-week high, it's easily one of the most undervalued growth…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Bargain Stocks You Can Buy Today and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

These two stocks are reliable and trade ultra-cheap, making them among the best TSX stocks to buy now and hold…

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Investing

Could Dollarama Stock Reach $150?

| Daniel Da Costa

After gaining over 44% in the last 12 months, can Dollarama stock keep up this exceptional growth rate and climb…

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Dividend Stocks

Why I Keep Buying Shares of This 5.7%-Yielding Dividend Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

With the combination of reliability and impressive long-term growth potential, this 5.7% dividend stock is one of the best on…

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Dividend Stocks

What to Expect From Canadian Tire Stock in 2024

| Daniel Da Costa

After seeing its profitability decline by more than 40% in 2023, can Canadian Tire stock recover in 2024 and begin…

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