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Puja Tayal

Puja Tayal has been writing for Motley Fool Canada since 2020. Her love for writing inspired her to start a college newsletter. With a Bachelors's degree in Finance and Accounting and CFA Level 1, Puja strives to transform stock discussions into breakfast table chats through her articles. A movie buff and a finance geek, Puja weaves superheroes, cartoons, and novels to tell you a story touching different aspects of investing, from portfolio and tax planning to retirement savings. Follow her on Twitter for more stories.

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Dividend Stocks

Ready to Invest With $5,000? 3 Stocks for September

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September is an exciting time to invest in stocks. The market is amidst a turnaround, giving you the last chance…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best Stocks to Invest $500 in Right Now

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The time is ripe as the stock market is responding to rate cuts. Now is the time to invest $500…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Earn $5,000 Per Year in Tax-Free Income

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for ways to earn $5,000 in TFSA passive income? Consider rebalancing your portfolio, shifting $20,000 to these…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Risky Dividend Stocks to Avoid (and 2 Safe Ones)

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Not all dividend stocks that give high yields are worth buying. Here’s how you can differentiate between safe and risky…

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Stocks for Beginners

Beginning Investors: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy With $500 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The time is ripe as the TSX is down. If you have $500, now is the right time to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

In 10 Years, You’ll Be Glad You Bought These Magnificent TSX Dividend Stocks

| Puja Tayal

If you are looking to boost your passive income, these magnificent dividend stocks can help you grow your income in…

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Tech Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy While They Are on Sale

| Puja Tayal

The fear of recession has put the stock market in a sell mode. Now is a good time to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

This 8.98% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Puja Tayal

High yield and monthly payouts are a rare combination. But this dividend stock has been offering this rare combination for…

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Tech Stocks

Why I’d Buy Nvidia Stock Even at Today’s Prices  

| Puja Tayal

Nvidia stock has already rallied 900%. This growth is not a bubble but backed by fundamentals that make the stock…

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Tech Stocks

How to Invest in AI If You’re Scared of Volatility

| Puja Tayal

Investing in AI stocks comes with volatility. Here is a way to give your portfolio exposure to AI potential while…

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Retirement

How to Retire at 50 With $1 Million and $1,000/Month in Tax-Free Income

| Puja Tayal

Is it possible to retire at 50 with $1 million in your portfolio and a monthly passive income of $1,000?…

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Tech Stocks

3 Promising AI Stocks That Are Cheaper Than Nvidia

| Puja Tayal

While Nvidia is the most promising AI stock that has surged to sky-high valuations, other promising AI stocks are catching…

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Retirement

3 TSX Stocks That Can Turn Retirement Dreams Into Reality

| Puja Tayal

Dreams will only remain dreams if you don’t work towards them. Here’s how you can use stocks to plan your…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy With $500

| Puja Tayal

Which stocks can you buy with $500? Can they give good returns and reduce risk? Here is a simple portfolio…

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Tech Stocks

What’s Going on With Tech Stocks This Month?

| Puja Tayal

Tech stocks saw a V-shaped recovery in August, creating a small window of opportunity for value investors. What is going…

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Tech Stocks

If You Like Nvidia, Then You Will Love These 2 Hot AI Stocks

| Puja Tayal

There are more players in AI beyond Nvidia. While Nvidia has caught the attention of investors, these players are catching…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Stocks You Can Buy With Confidence in Any Market Condition

| Puja Tayal

Investing in stocks is not always about timing but also about holding. You can buy and hold these stocks with…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Stocks to Buy in Canada in 2024

| Puja Tayal

Just as you look at the best deals when shopping for gadgets, here are two best stocks on the TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock Down 27% to Buy Right Now

| Puja Tayal

This dividend stock is down 27% and is trading at a 36% discount to its net asset value. Now is…

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Stocks for Beginners

Ready to Invest With $5,000? 3 Stocks for August 2024

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to invest $5,000 in stocks? Consider investing in these three value play stocks in August.

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Tech Stocks

How to Buy Open AI Stock in Canada 

| Puja Tayal

ChatGPT attracted investors’ interest in Open AI, the company that developed this technology. How can you invest in Open AI…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reliable Dividend Stocks With Yields Above 6.4% That You Can Buy for Less Than $25 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

You don't need thousands of dollars to invest in stocks. You can buy them for less than $25 a share…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks Retirees Should Absolutely Love

| Puja Tayal

Don’t let retirement stop you from investing in stocks. These low-volatility stocks can give you better returns and hedge against…

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Tech Stocks

Claiming CPP at 60 (Even If You Don’t Need It Then) Could Be a Better Bet: Here’s Why 

| Puja Tayal

Is claiming a CPP payout at 60 a good decision? It depends on your financial situation. See if any of…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 4,521 Shares of This Top Dividend Stock for $260/Month in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

You can lock in a 9% yield while this dividend stock trades at a discount. It can boost your monthly…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $301 in Super-Safe Monthly Dividend Income? Invest $20,000 in These 2 Ultra-High-Yield Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Can a one-time investment pay you for decades to come while keeping your investment intact? It is possible with dividend…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stock Ideas (That Aren’t Nvidia) to Dip a Toe Into AI Investing 

| Puja Tayal

There are more fishes in the sea of AI other than Nvidia. Here are a few investing ideas to get…

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Tech Stocks

Opinion: These Are the Top Canadian AI Stocks to Buy 

| Puja Tayal

Does Canada have AI stocks? There are plentiful tech stocks that are leveraging the AI potential to drive growth.

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Tech Stocks

3 No-Brainer Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy With $200 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

You don't need to shell out $500 to $1,000 to get exposure to the AI revolution. A $200 investment can…

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Tech Stocks

My 3 Top Artificial Intelligence (AI) Semiconductor Stocks for August 2024

| Puja Tayal

The biggest beneficiaries of the AI boom are semiconductor stocks, as chips lay the foundation for parallel computing used for…

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Tech Stocks

3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks to Buy With $1,000 and Hold for Decades

| Puja Tayal

Canada may not have direct AI semiconductor stocks, but you can invest in these stocks using AI to improve business…

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Tech Stocks

How to Invest in AI (Artificial Intelligence) If You’re New to Tech Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Are you new to tech stocks and excited about AI but not sure where to start? Let us begin with…

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Tech Stocks

Missed Out on Nvidia’s Run-Up? My Best AI Stock to Buy and Hold

| Puja Tayal

Nvidia stock jumped 700% in the AI frenzy. If you missed this run-up, you could hop onto the growth of…

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Tech Stocks

Safe Ways to Invest in the AI Revolution

| Puja Tayal

Are you worried about missing out on the AI revolution because of your risk-averse nature? Here is a safe way…

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Tech Stocks

3 No-Brainer Artificial Intelligence (AI) Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now 

| Puja Tayal

The tech stock selloff in the last few days has created an opportunity to buy these AI semiconductor stocks at…

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Dividend Stocks

These 8% Dividend Stocks Could Actually Beat the Market This Year

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks that can give you market-beating returns? Buying into the dip of these dividend stocks can…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks That Can Help You to Get Richer in 10 Years

| Puja Tayal

Companies that will stay relevant and thrive in a dynamic business environment can make you richer 10 years from now.

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Investing

Should You Buy Air Canada Stock While It’s Below $17?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada stock fell more than 8.7% last week and is trading at its October 2023 low. Is this dip…

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Dividend Stocks

Grab This +8% Dividend Yield Before it’s Gone!

| Puja Tayal

A dividend yield above 8% is a rare opportunity in a stock that grows its dividend annually. Grab this opportunity…

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Tech Stocks

1 Tech Stock That Has Created Millionaires and Will Continue to Make More

| Puja Tayal

Tech stocks have shown remarkable growth in the past, making its investors millionaires. This stock could create more millionaires.

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