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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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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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Energy Stocks

The Dangerous Reason Why Chasing High Dividend Yields Can Backfire

| Daniel Da Costa

Although high-yield dividend stocks can look attractive on the surface, here's why focusing too much on yield can get you…

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Energy Stocks

1 Dividend Stock I’d Feel Confident Buying and Holding for a Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this dividend stock, which returns 75% of its free cash flow to investors, is one of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

The 2 ETFs I’d Be Most Excited to Own Heading Through the Rest of 2026

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why these two ETFs offering a combination of value, income and growth potential are two of the best picks…

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Dividend Stocks

The Stock I’d Pick Over Telus or BCE — and Why I Keep Coming Back to It

| Daniel Da Costa

Although BCE and Telus are both top dividend stocks, this pick offers even more reliability and growth potential in the…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 TSX Stocks I’d Move Quickly to Buy the Next Time Markets Pullback

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX stocks are some of the best long-term investments in Canada, making them top picks to buy when…

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

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

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian stocks are some of the best and most reliable businesses to buy and hold for years in a…

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Dividend Stocks

With Rates Going Nowhere, Here’s 1 Canadian Dividend Stock I’d Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this Canadian dividend stock is one of the best investments to buy now, regardless of what happens with…

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Dividend Stocks

If Market Turbulence Is Coming, These 2 TSX Stocks Could Offer Some Shelter

| Daniel Da Costa

Reliable TSX stocks aren't just the best stocks to own during market turbulence; they're the best stocks to buy and…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian ETFs I’d Tuck Into a TFSA and Never Consider Selling

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian ETFs offer instant diversification, making them ideal for the foundation of your long-term TFSA portfolio.

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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 a portfolio of reliable Canadian ETFs that generate consistent dividends is one of the simplest ways to invest…

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Dividend Stocks

The Dividend Stock I Own and Have Zero Intention of Ever Selling

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this dividend stock isn't just one of the best to buy on the TSX, but one you'll never…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Canadian Stocks Worth Holding When Market Anxiety Starts to Rise

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian stocks are some of the best and most reliable companies to own as volatility and uncertainty start to…

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Has Quietly Turned Into a Value Play for Passive Income Seekers

| Daniel Da Costa

Not only does this ultra-defensive dividend stock offer a yield of 4.2%, but it's also trading at nearly its lowest…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Create Your Own Pension With Canadian Dividend Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can use high-quality Canadian dividend stocks to build yourself a reliable and consistently growing stream of income.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Canadian ETFs That Deserve Far More Attention Than They’re Getting

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian ETFs aren't just being overlooked, they're some of the best funds you can buy in this environment.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian REITs Worth Holding in an Income Portfolio Through Any Market Condition

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian REITs offer a mix of safety, growth and reliable income, giving investors the confidence to hold them in…

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