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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

Cineplex Stock: A Lesson in Long-Term Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex stock has been one of the cheapest in Canada since the pandemic began. But with so many restrictions and…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best Growth Stocks You Need to Buy in a TFSA

| Daniel Da Costa

The TFSA is one of the best tools Canadian investors have to buy the top growth stocks in the country…

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Stocks for Beginners

Crypto Stocks: Where to Invest $1,000 today

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're bullish on crypto and want to buy some top growth stocks before the industry rallies any further, here…

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Stocks for Beginners

4 of the Top Canadian Stocks I’d Buy With $1,000 Today

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got cash that you're looking to invest today, here are four of the top Canadian stocks to consider…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: Here’s How Much Cash You Need to Earn $1,000 a Month

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to build a passive income stream that can earn you thousands of dollars each month, here's how…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top Canadian Stocks That Are Cheaper Than Cineplex and Air Canada

| Daniel Da Costa

While Cineplex and Air Canada may seem cheap, these two Canadian stocks are far better investments for both the short…

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy HIVE Blockchain Right Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

With the crypto industry heating up over the last few weeks, here are three reasons why you won't want to…

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Dividend Stocks

Beginner Investors: 3 of the Best Dividend Stocks in Canada

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're new to investing, here are three of the best dividend stocks in Canada to buy and hold for…

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Stocks for Beginners

Earnings Season: 3 Top Stocks to Buy Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

With so many Canadian stocks reporting strong earnings over the last few weeks, here are three of the top stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadians: Here Are 3 Top ETFs for Growth Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a Canadian growth investor looking to take advantage of the benefits offered by ETFs, here are three of…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy and Never Sell

| Daniel Da Costa

This trio of dividend growth stocks are some of the top companies in Canada and easily some of the best…

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Stocks for Beginners

BlackBerry vs. Cineplex Stock: Which Is the Better Buy at $13?

| Daniel Da Costa

BlackBerry and Cineplex, two of the most popular stocks in Canada are both trading around $13 at writing. Here's which…

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $1,000? Buy This Top Canadian Stock Before it’s Too Late!

| Daniel Da Costa

These days, almost all stocks are trading at or near their 52-week highs. However, this one Canadian stock is extremely…

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Stocks for Beginners

Bullish on Crypto? Here’s the Best Stock to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

With Bitcoin and Ether both up more than 40% in the last month, this might be the last opportunity to…

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Stocks for Beginners

Having Trouble Growing Your Stock Portfolio? You Might Be Making This Mistake

| Daniel Da Costa

If you are having a tough time growing your portfolio or think you may be underperforming the market, you could…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a Growing Passive Income Stream

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how to make your money not just work for you, but also make that passive income increase consistently each…

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Stocks for Beginners

Got $500? 2 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got cash to put to work today, these two Canadian stocks are easily some of the best opportunities…

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Energy Stocks

3 of the Best Canadian Energy Stocks to Buy on Sale Today

| Daniel Da Costa

Energy stocks are crucial for the long-term growth of your portfolio, and this trio of Canadian businesses are some of…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Investors: These 2 Stocks Are Perfect for Your TFSA!

| Daniel Da Costa

The TFSA is the ideal account for investors to buy and hold top Canadian growth stocks, which is why these…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top Canadian Stocks Hitting New 52-Week Highs

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for top Canadian stocks to buy today, these two businesses have a tonne of momentum, creating a…

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investment research
Stocks for Beginners

2 Hot Canadian Stocks to Buy After Reporting Stellar Earnings This Week

| Daniel Da Costa

After reporting impressive earnings this past week, these two top Canadian stocks have proven they are among the best investments…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Canadian REITs to Buy in August

| Daniel Da Costa

Real estate is one of the best industries to invest in, and these two Canadian REITs are offering a tonne…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy as a 4th COVID Wave Looms

| Daniel Da Costa

After Dr. Theresa Tam recently warned Canadians of a potential fourth COVID wave, here are two of the top stocks…

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Investing

5 of the Best Canadian Stocks Under $5 to Buy Today

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for some of the best Canadian stocks to buy, these five offer investors some of the top…

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Stocks for Beginners

Cineplex vs. HIVE: Which Stock Offers More Potential Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex and HIVE Blockchain Technologies are two of the most popular stocks in Canada, but which one is the better…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 High-Potential Growth Stocks That Could Make You Rich

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for stocks that could provide you years of impressive growth, this trio of Canadian stocks are some…

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Stocks for Beginners

Pot or Crypto: Which Stocks Are the Best to Buy Now?

| Daniel Da Costa

Pot and crypto stocks are two of the highest-potential industries to invest in. But which industry has the best stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

Trading at Below $13, Is Cineplex Stock Worth an Investment Today?

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex stock has been getting cheaper the last few weeks over fears about a fourth wave in Canada. But is…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Bitcoin About to Rally Again?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin and several other digital currencies look like they could be in for a rally again soon, which could create…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Bank Stocks: 2 Top Picks for Dividend Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

Bank stocks can be great investments for their stability and income, but these two top dividend-growth stocks offer far more…

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Stocks for Beginners

HIVE Stock vs. Bitcoin: Which Is the Better Investment?

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're bullish on crypto, HIVE is one of the best stocks to buy. But is it a better investment…

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Stocks for Beginners

Long-Term Investors: This Crypto Stocks Offers an Incredible Opportunity

| Daniel Da Costa

There are a tonne of high-quality crypto stocks to buy if you're bullish on the industry, but this one stock…

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Stocks for Beginners

Earnings Season: 2 Top Canadian Stocks to Watch This Week

| Daniel Da Costa

As earnings season heats up in Canada while we recover from the pandemic, here are two top Canadian stocks to…

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Stocks for Beginners

Stock Market Volatility: How to Use It to Your Advantage

| Daniel Da Costa

While the market's natural volatility can seem like a drawback of investing, here's how you can use it as one…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 of the Best Canadian ETFs to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

ETFs are highly useful investment tools that can play a key role in your portfolio. Here are three of the…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: 2 Top REITs for Dividend Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to build your passive income and are considering investing in real estate, these two top REITs are…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Top Gold Stocks Trading at Bargain Basement Prices

| Daniel Da Costa

Gold stocks are some of the cheapest companies to invest in right now, and these two stocks are two of…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy on the Next Dip

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are some of the best in the country, giving them huge premiums and making them some…

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Stocks for Beginners

Looking to Buy Stocks in August? Here Are 4 Top Picks!

| Daniel Da Costa

If you've got cash to invest and you're looking to buy stocks for August, these four picks offer some of…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Aristocrats: 2 Top Picks for Decades of Dividend Growth

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a Canadian investor looking for high-quality stocks to buy, start with the Dividend Aristocrats' list and these two…

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