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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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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $200 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top dividend stocks are some of the best long-term investments you can buy in this environment with $200.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Giants to Buy for Decades of Growth and Dividends

| Daniel Da Costa

These two impressive dividend growth stocks are some of the best and most reliable companies on the TSX that you…

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Investing

Here Are the 3 Canadian Stocks I’d Tell a New Investor to Buy ASAP

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are three of the best stocks for new Canadian investors to buy in this market environment and hold for…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX ETFs to Buy and Hold in a TFSA Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top TSX ETFs are some of the best and most reliable investments to buy and hold in your…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $10,000 in This Dividend Stock for a Potential $4,000 in Total Returns

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this reliable and consistent high-yield dividend stock is one of the best long-term investments to buy now.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Brookfield Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for 2026?

| Daniel Da Costa

Is Brookfield stock still one of the best investments to buy and hold for the long haul as we head…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Easy Canadian Stocks to Invest $500

| Daniel Da Costa

These three stocks are some of the best investments to own for the long haul, with simple operations, making them…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Top High-Yield Dividend ETF to Buy to Generate Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this high-yield dividend ETF is so reliable and why it's the perfect investment for passive-income seekers to buy…

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Bank Stocks

Royal Bank vs. National Bank: Where Should You Park Your Investment Capital?

| Daniel Da Costa

With both Royal Bank and National Bank already earning total returns of more than 25% so far this year, what's…

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks Soaring Higher With No Signs of Slowing Down

| Daniel Da Costa

These three TSX stocks are not only some of the best performers this year, but they are also some of…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

3 Top Stocks to Buy as Gold Hits Record Highs

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how to gain exposure to the price of gold and buy some of the top stocks in the industry…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 of the Best Gold Funds to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why gold stocks have seen a huge rally this year and what some of the best funds to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Which Dividend Stocks in Canada Can Survive Rate Cuts?

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how your dividend stocks may be impacted by interest rate cuts and how to use the situation to your…

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Dividend Stocks

This 4% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Single Month

| Daniel Da Costa

This high-quality Canadian stock offers a reliable dividend and long-term growth potential, and trades ultra-cheap in this environment.

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Dividend Stocks

Emera Stock Has a Nice Yield, But This Dividend Stock Looks Safer

| Daniel Da Costa

Although Emera is one of the best and most reliable dividend stocks in Canada, here's one that's even safer in…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Why Barrick Mining Stock Just Hit its 52-Week High

| Daniel Da Costa

Shares of Barrick Mining have surged to a fresh 52-week high.

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Dividend Stocks

Affordable Stability: Large-Cap Stocks You Can Buy Under $50

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are four of the best large-cap stocks that Canadian investors can buy now and hold for years to come.

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Investing

The Best $7,000 TFSA Approach for Canadian Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s a simple approach Canadian investors can use to make the most of their TFSAs and take full advantage of…

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Dividend Stocks

1 No-Brainer Dividend Stock to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

Here’s why this global company is one of the best dividend stocks to buy right now and hold for decades…

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Investing

What Investors Should Know: These Are the TSX Sectors Holding Strong in 2025

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how well the TSX has performed in 2025 and which stocks and sectors have had the most impact so…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Under-the-Radar Dividend Stocks With Remarkably Reliable Payouts

| Daniel Da Costa

These five stocks all have sustainable dividends while providing an attractive yield, a tonne of growth potential, or a combination…

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Canadian REIT Could Be a Buy-and-Hold Forever Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

This top Canadian REIT is trading dirt cheap and offers a sustainable dividend, making it one of the best stocks…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

September Was a Huge Month for Silver Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why the price of silver rallied in September and why many Canadian silver stocks are seeing an even bigger…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Monthly-Paying Dividend ETFs Canadian Retirees Can Buy for Steady Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Both of these ETFs offer steady and reliable dividend income, making them two of the best investments retirees can buy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks I Like Better Than Fortis for the High Dividend Yield

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are three top Canadian stocks that offer similar reliability, but a much higher dividend than the 3.5% yield you'll…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Blue-Chip Canadian Stocks That Offer 5% Dividend Yields

| Daniel Da Costa

These two blue-chip stocks have reliable operations and pay attractive dividends, making them some of the best investments Canadians can…

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Investing

This Canadian Stock Could Be the Hidden Gem of the Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this high-quality Canadian growth stock is one of the best investments that investors can buy now and hold…

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Investing

Analysts Have Rated These Canadian Stocks as a Strong Buy: Here’s What I Think

| Daniel Da Costa

These five Canadian stocks are all analyst favourites and some of the best investments to consider adding to your buy…

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Investing

4 Under-the-Radar Canadian Stocks With Incredible Growth Potential

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite these four Canadian stocks being lesser-known businesses, they each have tremendous growth potential over the long haul.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 20 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian companies have some of the best long-term potential on the TSX, making them some of the best…

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Investing

Patient Investors: Why These Stocks Could Return Multiples Over a Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

These three high-quality stocks have some of the best long-term growth potential on the TSX, making them perfect for patient…

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are the 3 Canadian Stocks I’d Tell a New Investor to Buy ASAP

| Daniel Da Costa

These three reliable Canadian stocks are some of the best investments to buy when you're just starting your investing journey.

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Dividend Stocks

This Infrastructure Stock Could Be the Cornerstone of Your RRSP

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this impressive defensive growth stock, offering a 4.9% dividend yield, is one of the best stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

The Perfect TFSA Stock: 5.9% Yield Paying Cash Every Single Month

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this well-known Canadian company is one of the best monthly dividend stocks that you can buy in your…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian REITs That Could Double Your Passive Income

| Daniel Da Costa

These two impressive Canadian REITs both have sustainable dividends, offering attractive yields and exciting dividend growth potential.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend MVPs: Which 1993 Blue Jays-Era Stocks Still Pay Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian stocks have been increasing their dividends since before Joe Carter hit his legendary home run.

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Dividend Stocks

This 5.7% Dividend Stock Could Be the Ultimate Retirement Hack

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this reliable dividend growth stock is one of the best investments Canadians can buy for their retirement portfolios.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks That Make Your Money Work Harder So You Don’t Have to

| Daniel Da Costa

These three dividend stocks are some of the best long-term investments that Canadian investors can buy and hold for the…

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Investing

3 No-Brainer Canadian Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks all have exceptional long-term growth potential, making them some of the best investments that you can…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Power Picks: 3 Stocks to Supercharge Your Tax-Free Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are three of the best stocks to buy now that can help you maximize your TFSA's long-term growth potential.

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