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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.

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Stocks for Beginners

Think Investing Is Risky? These Canadian Stocks Are as Safe as They Come

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're worried about the uncertainty in markets but still want to buy high-quality Canadian stocks, these two companies are…

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investor? 2 Canadian Stocks to Put on Your Buy List

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to start investing now, here are two of the best Canadian stocks to buy today and start…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Passive Income Can $10,000 in Dividend Stocks Earn?

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how much passive income you can earn with dividend stocks, and how to choose the right mix of companies…

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Stocks for Beginners

Want to Start Investing? Here Are 3 ETFs to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you want to get started investing, here's an easy way to put your money to work with three of…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 No-Brainer Growth Stocks to Buy on Sale

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks are some of the best to buy while they're on sale, but that may…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada Stock: Is Cineplex a Better Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock may look cheaper than Cineplex, but could Cineplex be the better buy based on what these stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 of the Safest Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks are some of the safest investments to buy now, given all the factors impacting the…

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Energy Stocks

My Top 2 Energy Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

With all the tailwinds the energy industry has at the moment, these two stocks are some of the top energy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks That Have Already Increased Their Dividend Payments This Year

| Daniel Da Costa

These three top Canadian stocks have all increased their dividends this year, showing they are three of the best to…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Stocks: 3 Smart Value Picks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian value stocks are some of the smartest assets you can buy for your portfolio in the current…

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Dividend Stocks

Want to Get Richer? 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy for Your Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for high-quality Canadian stocks to buy that will build wealth in your portfolio for years, these are…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $5 a Share

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks offer some of the best value on the TSX, which is why they are some…

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Stocks for Beginners

Air Canada and Cineplex Stocks: 1 Top Pick to Buy That Can Outperform Them Both

| Daniel Da Costa

While Air Canada and Cineplex stocks offer recovery potential, this Canadian real estate investment trust could be the top stock…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Solid Canadian Dividend Stocks Offering Yields of 4-5%

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian dividend stocks are some of the best to buy if you're looking for long-term growth potential alongside…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Stocks Gaining Value in the Current Market Environment

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks have proven to be highly reliable, which is why they have been gaining value recently…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Reasons to Pass on Air Canada Stock Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite Air Canada stock trading at $20, here are three reasons why I would pass on the struggling Canadian business…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top Canadian Growth Stocks With Soaring Revenue and Falling Share Prices

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite these two top Canadian growth stocks consistently growing their revenue, their share prices have fallen lately, creating some significant…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Before a Big Rally

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian growth stocks have sold off recently. Before they inevitably rebound again, they are two of the…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Amazon Stock: Here Are 2 Much Cheaper Tech Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

There's no doubt Amazon stock is one of the best long-term growth stocks to own. But right now, these two…

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Investing

Forget XRP: My Top Crypto Stock to Buy and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

XRP is a popular cryptocurrency, but here's why this stock is my top investment to buy and hold in the…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks Analysts Think Can Gain at Least 50% Over the Next Year

| Daniel Da Costa

According to analysts, these three Canadian stocks offer investors some of the best value in the highly volatile market environment…

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Stocks for Beginners

Young Investors: Warren Buffett’s Returns Prove That Now Is the Time to Start Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

Let's look at how much money we could make in a TFSA, earning Buffett-like returns over a long time horizon.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks to Buy for Monthly Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

These are two of the top Canadian stocks to buy now that offer monthly dividends.

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Top Stocks to Buy in March While They’re Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

With many stocks on the market selling off considerably, here are three of the top growth stocks to buy in…

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Energy Stocks

2 of the Top Canadian Oil Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

With the energy industry seeing a significant tailwind these days, here are two of the top Canadian oil stocks to…

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Tech Stocks

AT Stock: What’s Going on With AcuityAds Holdings?

| Daniel Da Costa

AcuityAds has had a rough couple of months. And again Thursday after AT reported earnings, the stock sold off significantly.…

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Dividend Stocks: How to Earn Tax-Free Income Regardless of the Market’s Direction

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why buying the best dividend stocks on the TSX can help you to earn growing passive income consistently, even…

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Dividend Stocks

Best Canadian Stocks to Buy: 2 Top Picks to Own for the Long Haul

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks offer both defensive and growth, making them two of the best stocks to buy in…

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Energy Stocks

2 of the Best Energy Stocks on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to find high-quality energy stocks to buy on the TSX today, these are some of the best.

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Bullish on Bitcoin? Why This Might Be the Best Crypto Stock to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

Whether you're bullish on Bitcoin or not, this is one of the best crypto stocks to buy if you're looking…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Now the Best Time to Buy Stocks Since the Start of the Pandemic?

| Daniel Da Costa

With several high-quality Canadian stocks trading well off their 52-week highs, now is the time to buy the best Canadian…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy to Help You Beat Inflation

| Daniel Da Costa

With inflation having a significant impact on our economy today, here are three of the best Canadian stocks to buy.

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Investing

Why Right Now Is the Time to Buy Top Crypto Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

With the industry offering a tonne of value to investors today, top crypto stocks are easily some of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Dividend Stocks: Earn Growing Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

While the risk around the world continues to heat up, these two dividend stocks are some of the best investments…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy as Uncertainty Heats Up

| Daniel Da Costa

As the risk and uncertainty in stock markets pick up, these two Canadian stocks are some of the best investments…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy for Under $20

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for the top Canadian stocks that you can buy while they are still cheap, here are five…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 of the Top Stocks to Buy for Your TFSA While They’re Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck, these two are some of the best to consider.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dependable Dividend Stocks You Can Buy With Confidence Today

| Daniel Da Costa

One of the best ways to protect your portfolio during all this uncertainty today is to buy high-quality dividend stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best ETFs to Buy on the TSX Today

| Daniel Da Costa

With many factors impacting global stock markets and uncertainty heating up, here are three of the best ETFs you can…

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Stocks for Beginners

Are You Still Considering Air Canada? Here’s a Top Canadian Stock to Buy Instead

| Daniel Da Costa

While Air Canada stock looks cheap, and although it has the potential to recover over the coming years, several Canadian…

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