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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

Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Stocks: Here’s How to Beat a Volatile Market

| Daniel Da Costa

When volatility starts to pick up and Canadian stocks are pulling back, this simple strategy will help you outperform the…

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Energy Stocks

This Energy Company Is 1 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy After the Recent Selloff

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite Freehold's incredible rally over the last 18 months, it continues to trade undervalued and is easily one of the…

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Investing

Northland Power’s Q1 Earnings Show Why it’s 1 of the Best Growth Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

Northland reported earnings Tuesday after the close, and the green energy company reminded investors why it's one of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Selloff: 2 High-Quality Canadian Dividend Stocks Trading Undervalued

| Daniel Da Costa

With so many Canadian dividend stocks to consider after the recent market selloff, these two are some of the most…

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RioCan REIT Posts Strong Q1 Earnings: Is the Stock Now Worth a Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

After RioCan showed meaningful signs of recovery in its recent earnings report, is the real estate stock worth a buy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Gained Value in Monday’s Selloff   

| Daniel Da Costa

The TSX may have lost more than 3% on Monday alone, but these three Canadian dividend stocks all gained value,…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for Reliable Dividend Income? 2 of the Best Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are some of the best you can buy if you want reliable dividend income amid this…

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Investing

FIRE SALE: 2 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy in This Market

| Daniel Da Costa

After all of the recent volatility, now is the time to be buying Canadian stocks, and these two companies are…

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Investing

Should You Buy Air Canada Stock for Your TFSA?

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada stock has only gotten cheaper in recent weeks, but even as it's now recovering from the pandemic, is…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks You Can Buy for Under $10

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy top Canadian dividend stocks for your portfolio, these three are some of the best on…

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Stocks for Beginners

Want to Buy Safe Stocks? 3 of the Best Sectors to Find Investments

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're worried about the market environment and want to ensure the stocks you buy are safe, here are three…

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Energy Stocks

Want Exposure to Energy and an Attractive Dividend? Buy This Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

Energy stocks are some of the best investments to buy now, as they offer tonnes of capital gains potential and,…

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: How to Invest Your Money With Confidence

| Daniel Da Costa

When you first start buying stocks, it can certainly be nerve-wracking. Here are three crucial tips to illustrate how you…

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Investing

Best Stocks to Buy in May: 3 Picks Perfect for Long-Term Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

While the market is selling off and stocks are cheap, this is a prime opportunity to buy some of the…

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Stocks for Beginners

Are You Guilty of These 3 Super-Common Investing Mistakes?

| Daniel Da Costa

Picking good stocks is important. But there are plenty of other factors that can make or break your potential returns.

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: Here’s a Simple 4-Stock Portfolio to Get Started

| Daniel Da Costa

For all the new investors just beginning to save and invest their money, here are a few stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Earnings Season: Here’s Why BCE Is 1 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

BCE reported earnings for Q1 this week and smashed expectations, reminding investors why it's one of the best Canadian stocks…

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Investing

Long-Term Investors: 2 Canadian Stocks You Can Buy and Hold Until Retirement

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a long-term investor looking to buy top Canadian stocks that you can hold until retirement, here are two…

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Investing

2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy While They’re Still Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are unbelievably cheap and have tonnes of long-term upside, making them some of the best to…

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Investing

Fortis Q1 Earnings: Is it 1 of the Best Stocks to Buy Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

After reporting its first-quarter earnings for 2022 this week, is Fortis one of the best Canadian stocks to buy for…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Rental Properties: 2 Much Better Dividend-Growth Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

Rental properties can be excellent investments, but these two dividend-growth stocks offer much more potential for investors today.

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Investing

Real Estate: 2 Recovery Stocks for Value Investors to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top real estate stocks offer some of the best value for investors as they recover from the pandemic,…

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Stocks for Beginners

Have No Time to Invest? 2 Simple Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you want to put your money to work but are new to investing, here are two of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy After Reporting Strong Earnings

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks both pay a dividend, but their long-term growth potential is what makes them some of…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Best Gold Stock to Buy: B2Gold Again Posts Strong Earnings

| Daniel Da Costa

After a quarter of both headwinds and tailwinds impacting its business, B2Gold again showed why it's one of the best…

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Investing

Is Your TFSA Full of Cash? 3 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got a tonne of cash in your TFSA and are looking to buy high-quality Canadian stocks, here are…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Lesser-Known Dividend Stocks to Buy Today!

| Daniel Da Costa

These three dividend stocks might be companies you've never heard of, but they are some of the best investments that…

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5 Reasons Why Andrew Peller Could Be an Excellent Long-Term Investment

| Daniel Da Costa

This lesser-known winemaker could be one of the best Canadian stocks to buy for the long haul.

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Dividend Stocks

What Are the Best Real Estate Stocks to Buy for Dividend Income?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy high-quality real estate stocks that pay attractive and growing passive income, here's what to look…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Real Estate Stocks You Can Buy for Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a growth investor, these two top stocks are some of the best to buy -- not just in…

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Stocks for Beginners

Should You Buy Canadian Stocks in May Amid Market Volatility?

| Daniel Da Costa

After many Canadian stocks performed poorly in April, is now the best time to buy these investments during all the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks With Yields of 5.3% or More

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian dividend stocks all offer attractive yields and are high-quality companies that you can buy and hold for…

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Tech Stocks

5 Canadian Tech Stocks to Buy in May

| Daniel Da Costa

Tech stocks offer some of the best long-term growth potential, and right now, they are some of the cheapest Canadian…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should You Buy Gold Stocks During the Current Pullback?

| Daniel Da Costa

After the recent pullback in stocks across the market, including gold companies, is now the time investors should look to…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: What Are the Best Stocks to Buy Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

Now is the time to add stocks to your TFSA, and these two growth stocks are two of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

These Long-Term Growth Stocks Are Some of the Best Dividend Stocks to Buy Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

With so much volatility in markets lately, these two high-quality dividend stocks are some of the best long-term investments to…

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Energy Stocks

Forget Producers: These Energy Stocks Are the Best to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

The energy sector continues to have several tailwinds, making these high-potential energy stocks some of the best to buy now.

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Fire Sale: 2 Growth Stocks to Buy That Are Unbelievably Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

Right now is one of the best opportunities to buy high-quality Canadian growth stocks while they are cheap, and these…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Double Their Dividends Over the Next 5 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Although there are plenty of high-quality Canadian dividend stocks to buy today, these two offer tonnes of potential, making them…

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Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett Stock Advice: 1 Quote to Never Forget

| Daniel Da Costa

This is one of the most important quotes Warren Buffett has ever offered on investing and fits perfectly in today's…

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