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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.

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Investing

If I Were You, I’d Buy These 2 Stocks Before They Skyrocket

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks are trading unbelievably cheap and could soon recover, making them two of the best to…

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Investing

2 Best Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy for the Long Haul

| Daniel Da Costa

If you want to learn to invest like Warren Buffett, these two top Canadian stocks are some of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Growth Stock Down 28% to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

After being temporarily impacted by the economy in 2023, this growth stock is now ultra-cheap, making it one of the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Fortis Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Daniel Da Costa

With so much uncertainty still in the Canadian economy, here's why Fortis is the perfect stock to add to your…

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Investing

3 Things About WELL Health Stock Every Smart Investor Knows

| Daniel Da Costa

With WELL Health stock trading at just 13.4 times its expected earnings in 2024, is it one of the top…

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Women's fashion boutique Aritzia is a top stock to buy in September 2022.
Investing

Better Retail Stock: Aritzia or Dollarama?

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Aritzia and Dollarama are two of the most impressive growth stocks in the retail sector, is one a better…

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Dividend Stocks

If You’d Invested $1,000 in goeasy Stock 5 Years Ago, This Is How Much You’d Have Now

| Daniel Da Costa

After growing investors' capital at a CAGR of more than 35% over the last five years, is goeasy stock still…

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Investing

5 Things to Know About Aritzia Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

After a more than 40% rally since its earnings report in early January, is Aritzia stock still worth buying today?

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Investing

3 Stocks to Buy if They Take a Dip

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks are all trading at their 52-week highs today, but should they pull back soon, they'll be some…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Value Stock Down 25% to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

This impressive value stock is cheap, has defensive operations and offers a compelling dividend yield, making it one of the…

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Dividend Stocks

Empower Your Finances: Beginner-Friendly Stocks for 2024!

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to start investing in 2024, here are some of the best and easiest-to-understand stocks to buy right…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock Down 20% to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this undervalued dividend stock, offering a yield of roughly 6%, is one of the best investments to buy…

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Investing

The Ultimate Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's a stock with major growth potential over the next few years and an ultra-cheap valuation today, making it one…

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Dividend Stocks

If I Could Only Buy 1 Stock Right Now, This Would Be It

| Daniel Da Costa

With the uncertainty of both the market and economy these days, here's a perfect stock to buy that can grow…

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Turn $1,000 Into $5,000 by 2030

| Daniel Da Costa

These three companies are all impressive growth stocks and have the potential to gain significant value over the next six…

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Dividend Stocks

Could BCE Stock Help You Become a Millionaire?

| Daniel Da Costa

With BCE consistently generating billions in cash flow and paying an attractive dividend, here's why it's an ideal stock to…

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Tech Stocks

Here’s Why WELL Health Is a No-Brainer Growth Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

With significant growth potential over the coming years and a cheap valuation today, WELL Health stock is certainly a no-brainer…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Invest in Fortis Stock Right Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

With interest rate increases now looking like they're in the rearview, here's why Fortis stock could be one of the…

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Investing

Where Will Dollarama Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Dollarama consistently opening 60-70 new stores every single year, where will the growth stock be in five years?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Growth Stocks That Could Help You Build Generational Wealth

| Daniel Da Costa

These two stocks are both exceptional businesses with tonnes of long-term growth potential, making them ideal to buy and hold…

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Investing

$1.6 Billion Reasons to Buy Cineplex Stock Today

| Daniel Da Costa

The slow and steady recovery for Cineplex stock could soon pay off for shareholders with a significant rally, as it…

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Investing

5 Things To Know About Aritzia Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Aritzia jumped 21% on Thursday and where the stock could go from here after reporting its third-quarter earnings…

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Investing

Will goeasy Stock Be Worth More Than Tesla by 2030?

| Daniel Da Costa

After earning investors a total return of 1090% over the last decade, can goeasy stock continue growing at this exceptional…

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Tech Stocks

Could Shopify Stock Help You Become a Millionaire?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Shopify expected to grow its sales by 20% annually for the foreseeable future, is it the perfect stock to…

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Tech Stocks

Where Will WELL Health Stock Be in 3 Years?

| Daniel Da Costa

With WELL Health stock trading ultra-cheap and below $4 a share, here's how much potential it has over the next…

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Investing

Where Will Couche-Tard Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Daniel Da Costa

After growing at a CAGR of more than 20% for over a decade, can Couche-Tard stock keep up this impressive…

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Investing

3 Remarkably Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks are all dirt cheap and have years of growth potential, making them some of the best TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

Start Making Passive Income Immediately With This 5% Dividend Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

With interest rates starting to peak, now looks like the ideal time for passive income seekers to add a top…

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Investing

Can Dollarama Stock Hit $120 a Share in 2024?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Dollarama stock up roughly 20% in 2023, is it in store for another year of impressive growth again in…

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Dividend Stocks

The Allure of Passive Income: Exploring Canada’s Top Dividend Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Finding top dividend stocks for your portfolio is essential due to the passive income they generate and their potential for…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Dividend Stocks in Canada

| Daniel Da Costa

These dividend stocks have defensive business operations and generate tonnes of cash flow, making them two of the best in…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Down 20% Over the Last 8 Months, Is B2Gold Stock a Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

With B2Gold stock trading well off its high, and with interest rates looking like they've finally peaked, is now the…

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Dividend Stocks

This 5.1% Dividend Stock Is My Pick for Superior Income in 2024

| Daniel Da Costa

This top stock for 2024 offers a 5.1% yield, impressive dividend growth potential, and has highly defensive and diversified operations.

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Dividend Stocks

Bucking the Trend: How Savvy Canadians Are Capitalizing on Rising Interest Rates

| Daniel Da Costa

Although rising interest rates can make it more expensive for Canadians to spend, there is one significant advantage that they…

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Investing

Why a Bearish Market Could Be the Best Time to Start Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

When the markets turn bearish and high-quality stocks fall significantly in value, there's no better time for Canadians to start…

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Investing

Dollarama Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Daniel Da Costa

After beating earnings expectations again and raising its guidance for fiscal 2024, is Dollarama stock still worth buying today?

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Energy Stocks

Freehold Royalties Stock Is Down 12% in 2023: Buy Now or Avoid?

| Daniel Da Costa

With Freehold Royalties down over 10% this year, and after it just made more acquisitions, is it one of the…

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Dividend Stocks

Defensive Sectors: A Safe Haven for Canadian Investors in a Bear Market       

| Daniel Da Costa

As uncertainty continues to increase in the stock market, buying stocks in defensive sectors can help protect your capital.

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Energy Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

These top energy stocks both offer attractive dividend yields and long-term growth potential, making them two of the best to…

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Investing

3 Reasons I’m Buying WELL Health Stock Today

| Daniel Da Costa

With WELL Health consistently growing its sales and profitability while continuing to lose value, it's one of the best stocks…

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