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Daniel Da Costa

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

Compounding: How to Find the Best Stocks to Buy for Your TFSA

| Daniel Da Costa

Although finding the best stocks to buy for your TFSA is crucial, here's another key factor to ensure your capital…

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Investing

2 of the Best ETFs to Buy for Passive Income Ahead of 2023

| Daniel Da Costa

With the market continuing to experience increased volatility, here are two of the safest and best ETFs to buy now.

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Investing

$5,000 Invested in These 3 Stocks Could Make You Rich Over the Next 20 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to get rich buying and holding stocks for the next two decades, here are three of the…

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Investing

3 of the Best Stocks You Can Buy That Have Weathered Several Recessions

| Daniel Da Costa

In this environment, resilient companies with long track records and high-quality operations will be some of the best stocks to…

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Investing

2 of the Best Value Stocks to Buy and Hold Until 2030

| Daniel Da Costa

These two high-quality stocks offer tonnes of value but also growth potential, making them some of the best to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks: 3 of the Best REITs to Buy for Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy reliable dividend stocks with major upside over the coming years, these three REITs are some…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Is B2Gold Stock a Buy, or Could it Continue to Fall in Price?

| Daniel Da Costa

With the price of gold nearing a two-year low, is the low-cost producer B2Gold stock worth a buy in this…

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Investing

FIRE SALE: 2 of the Best Value Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

After tonnes of quality growth stocks have sold off significantly this year, here are two of the best value stocks…

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Investing

Where to Invest $1,000 for the Next 5 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

With several headwinds impacting both the stock market and economy these days, here's where to find the best long-term investments.

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Dividend Stocks

Want a TFSA that Yields 5%? 3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to build a tax-free passive income stream in your TFSA, here are some of the top dividend…

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Investing

Real Estate Stocks: 2 of the Best Subsectors to Buy REITs

| Daniel Da Costa

While many real estate stocks are trading undervalued in this environment, here's where you can find the best REITs to…

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Investing

Brookfield Infrastructure (TSX:BIP.UN): The Perfect Stock for This Environment

| Daniel Da Costa

With Brookfield Infrastructure's attractive mix of defensive assets and a long-term growth strategy, it's the perfect stock to buy now.

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Energy Stocks

Energy Stocks: The Best Stocks to Buy for Both Growth and Dividend Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to add more exposure to energy, here are two of the best stocks in the sector to…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Cash in Your TFSA: Buy These 2 Dividend Stocks Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

Don't make the mistake of holding too much cash in your TFSA. Instead, here are two of the best dividend…

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Investing

Is Air Canada Stock on the Verge of Recovery?

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock has seen its sales recover to near pre-pandemic levels, but can the share price follow suit anytime…

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Investing

Canadian Investors: Where to Put $100 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Not only is this Canadian stock trading ultra-cheap, but it's also one of the fastest and most consistent growth stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Want to Buy Safe Dividend Stocks? Here’s a List of the Best to Consider

| Daniel Da Costa

With a highly uncertain investing environment, it's crucial to ensure that any dividend stocks you buy today are both reliable…

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Energy Stocks

3 Crucial Factors to Consider Before You Buy Canadian Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're new to investing and wondering how to pick the right stocks, here are some important factors to consider.

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks That Are Fantastic Deals Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

There are plenty of TSX stocks that have become ultra-cheap in recent months, but these three offer some of the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy With Dividends Yielding More Than 4.2%

| Daniel Da Costa

As the market environment continues to see heightened volatility, these are two of the best dividend stocks to buy now.

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Investing

2 of the Top-Growing Stocks on Earth

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top growth stocks were once some of the best stocks you can buy. Now, they are some of…

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Investing

Aritzia Stock Is Recovering, But Is it Still Undervalued?

| Daniel Da Costa

Aritzia stock has gained almost 40% after bottoming in early summer, but is it still undervalued and worth buying today?

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Energy Stocks

Does Enbridge Stock Really Have a Payout Ratio of 140%?

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Enbridge stock may seem like it has an unsustainable payout ratio, it's actually one of the most reliable companies…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks With Ultra-Safe Payout Ratios

| Daniel Da Costa

Even with all the risk and uncertainty in markets today, these two Canadian dividend stocks are some of the best…

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Investing

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT: How Anyone Can Become a Landlord With Just $50

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why owning a stock like CAPREIT is so ideal for many Canadian investors.

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Investing

2 Stocks I Own and Will Buy More of if the Stock Market Crashes

| Daniel Da Costa

These two exceptional stocks are excellent long-term investments and some of the best to buy if the stock market crashes.

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Dividend Stocks

Have $1,000? 2 All-Weather Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

As uncertainty continues to pick up in both the stock market and economy, here are two of the best dividend…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: 2 of the Best Value Stocks to Buy in this Environment

| Daniel Da Costa

After a significant selloff in stocks this year, here are two of the best value stocks you can buy now…

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Investing

How to Prepare Your Portfolio for a Potential Recession in 2023

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're worried about how a slowdown in the economy may impact your investments, here's how you can be more…

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Investing

What Is Going on With Cineplex Stock?

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Cineplex stock has seen a rapid recovery in operations throughout the year, its stock is now trading at its…

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Investing

3 Growth-by-Acquisition Stocks to Buy and Hold for Years

| Daniel Da Costa

These three growth stocks each have exceptional businesses, making them some of the best to buy and hold for the…

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Energy Stocks

3 of the Best Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy for All Types of Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

With the energy sector experiencing significant tailwinds, here are three of the best Canadian stocks to buy now and hold…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Stocks to Buy With Dividends Yielding More Than 3%

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are two top TSX dividend stocks to buy today that can protect your capital and earn you impressive passive…

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Investing

2 of the Best Canadian REITs to Buy Now and Hold for Years

| Daniel Da Costa

After these two REITs sold off significantly this year, they're easily some of the best stocks to buy now.

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Investing

Are Any Defensive Stocks Trading Undervalued and Worth a Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

Although many highly safe stocks have been in demand this year, these two defensive stocks are worth a buy today.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Canadian Utilities 1 of the Best Safe Stocks to Buy Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

As inflation continues to impact the economy, is a safe company like Canadian Utilities one of the best stocks to…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top Gold Stocks to Buy While They’re Unbelievably Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

Although gold stocks have been out of favour, these top two stocks are now so cheap that they're worth considering…

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Top TSX Stocks

3 of the Top Growing Stocks on Earth

| Daniel Da Costa

These three top Canadian stocks have impressive track records, and more importantly, tonnes of future growth potential.

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Top TSX Stocks

3 TSX Stocks I Will “Never” Sell

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are three of the best TSX stocks you can buy with such reliable business operations that you can plan…

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Investing

1 Beaten-Down Growth Stock You’ll Be Happy You Own in 2032

| Daniel Da Costa

This high-potential Canadian growth stock trades unbelievably cheap and has years of growth potential ahead of it.

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