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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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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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Dividend Stocks

The TSX Stocks I’d Use to Anchor a More Defensive 2026 Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

These three defensive TSX stocks are some of the best to buy and hold not just throughout 2026 but for…

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian ETFs Worth Tucking Into a TFSA and Holding for the Long Haul

| Daniel Da Costa

Looking for the best Canadian ETFs? Here are three high-quality funds to buy in your TFSA and hold for the…

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Dividend Stocks

1 TSX Stock That Could Thrive Even if the Economy Slows

| Daniel Da Costa

This TSX stock isn't just a reliable income investment during recessions; it's also a company with years of growth potential…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Energy Stocks That Still Look Cheap Today

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian energy stocks pay attractive dividends, have long-term growth potential, and most importantly, still look cheap.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Canadian Dividend ETFs Could Be the Simplest Way to Defend Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why buying Canadian ETFs that offer instant diversification and consistent income is such a reliable way to invest for…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Smart Money Is Piling Into This TSX Leader

| Daniel Da Costa

As investors continue positioning for the long haul, this TSX leader continues to be one of the smartest places to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks That Belong in Almost Every Investor’s Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

These dividend stocks are three of the best Canadian companies to buy and hold long term, making them a no-brainer…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top-Tier Canadian Stocks That Just Bumped Up Dividends Again

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian dividend stocks continue increasing their payouts, reminding investors why they’re among the best on the TSX.

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Dividend Stock Off 10% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

While this top Canadian dividend stock pulls back from its highs and offers a yield above 6.5% again, it's easily…

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Energy Stocks

The One Canadian Stock I’d Keep in My TFSA Indefinitely

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this reliable and consistent Canadian stock is the perfect long-term investment to own in your TFSA forever.

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ETF is short for exchange traded fund, a popular investment choice for Canadians
Stocks for Beginners

A Canadian Bank ETF I’d Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

If you want exposure to the big Canadian banks, this high-quality ETF is one of the best investments to buy…

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Energy Stocks

1 Practically Perfect Canadian Stock Down 17% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

With this impressive Canadian stock trading nearly 20% off its high and offering a 4.2% yield, it's easily one of…

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Investing

The 2 Best TSX Stocks to Buy Before a Recovery Takes Hold

| Daniel Da Costa

These TSX stocks have highly defensive operations and trade ultra-cheaply, making them two of the best to buy before a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks I’d Buy Before the Next Rally

| Daniel Da Costa

These top Canadian blue-chip stocks have high-quality operations, and both trade off their highs, making them two of the best…

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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 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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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
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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