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Author: 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

Income Stocks: A Once-in-a-Decade Chance to Get Rich

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Income stocks can make you rich slowly. Now is an opportunity to lock in an 8% dividend yield and enjoy…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best TSX Stocks to Invest $5,000 in October 2023

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The bearish market momentum of October 2023 has created a ripe time to buy three TSX stocks that can outperform…

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Dividend Stocks

3 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy With $200 Right Now

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Are you looking to invest $200 in stocks right now? Here are three no-brainer stocks to invest your money in…

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Investing

The Best Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy With $300 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

An investing lessons by Warren Buffett was to buy the dip. The market is giving you buying opportunity with these…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 734 Shares of This Top Dividend Stock for $9,574 a Year in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to earn regular income? Now is an opportune time to buy Dividend Aristocrats at discounts and accelerate…

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Dividend Stocks

This 6% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

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Are you looking to earn cash every month from October 15 onwards? This 6% dividend stock gives you monthly payouts.

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Dividend Stocks

With a 7.6% Dividend, This TSX Stock Is One to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Puja Tayal

Now is an opportune time to invest in this no-brainer TSX stock and get +$30 extra dividend for decades on…

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Investing

Don’t Forget About Air Canada Stock! Here’s Why More Gains Could Be Coming

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada stock has plunged to its low ahead of the third-quarter earnings. Does the airline have gains coming?

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Investing

Bombardier Stock Trading at Its 2023 Low: Should You Buy or Sell?

| Puja Tayal

Bombardier's stock fell as business conditions weakened. It is currently at its lowest this year. Should you buy or sell…

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Dividend Stocks

$100,000 in Savings and These 3 Stocks Could Help You Retire in 17 Years 

| Puja Tayal

Do you have $100,000 in savings? Now is an opportune time to invest your savings in these stocks and get…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Earn $14,000 Per Year in Tax-Free Income and Maximize Your CPP Payout

| Puja Tayal

The difference between the maximum and average CPP payout is $1,094/month. To collect the maximum CPP, you need an alternate…

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Tech Stocks

1 Tech Stock You’ll Be Glad You Bought When the Bull Market Starts

| Puja Tayal

The stock market 20-month-long muted growth could be coming to a climax. You might want to own this tech stock…

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Investing

3 Value Stocks Under $50 to Buy in September 2023

| Puja Tayal

The September market dip is an opportune time to grab value stocks. These stocks have strong fundamentals and a higher…

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Tech Stocks

Tesla and Apple Have This 1 Trait in Common, and It’s Making Investors Rich

| Puja Tayal

Tesla and Apple have a lot in common. But this one trait of building an ecosystem is boding well for…

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Tech Stocks

What to Make Out of Nuvei Stock’s 45% Dip in August 2023

| Puja Tayal

Nuvei stock fell 45% after its second-quarter earnings. Are investors overreacting, or is it a sign of long-term weakness? Let’s…

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Tech Stocks

Want $1 Million in Retirement? Invest $50,000 in These 3 Stocks and Wait a Decade 

| Puja Tayal

To retire a millionaire, you can either invest in high-growth stocks with high risk for a decade or grow rich…

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Tech Stocks

These 2 Stocks Might Be Getting a Little Too Expensive

| Puja Tayal

As the TSX Composite Index recovers from fear of interest rate hikes, tech and oil stocks made a high, making…

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Energy Stocks

Better Buy: Enbridge Stock or Pembina Pipeline?

| Puja Tayal

Pipeline stocks are at their lows, making them a buy for higher yields. If you want to choose between Enbridge…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Fall for These 2 Dividend Stocks: Cuts Are Coming 

| Puja Tayal

Many stocks cut dividends this year as rising interest rates made debt difficult to manage. Beware as these two stocks…

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Energy Stocks

Crescent Point Energy Stock: Should You Buy, Hold, Or Sell?

| Puja Tayal

The black gold is in the era of peak demand. Should you buy a small-cap oil stock like Crescent Point…

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Tech Stocks

The Safest Semiconductor Chip Stocks to Own in September 2023 

| Puja Tayal

Semiconductor stocks are some of the most volatile in the tech space. Amid macro uncertainty, here are some safe semiconductor…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy as the Market Looks to Rally in September

| Puja Tayal

The TSX bull rally is beginning. It is time to buy three fundamentally strong stocks at their August lows before…

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Investing

Expand Your Horizons: Why Canadian Investors Should Look Beyond SPY Stock 

| Puja Tayal

While SPY ETF is a great start to stock market investing, investors should expand their horizons and get exposure to…

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Dividend Stocks

Start Making Passive Income Immediately With This 6% Dividend Stock

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to earn passive income as early as next month? This dividend stock is a buy at its…

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Investing

3 Top Canadian Value Stocks in September 2023 

| Puja Tayal

It's time for your monthly investments. You can consider buying these three value stocks in September for a good blend…

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Tech Stocks

Why Did BlackBerry Stock Jump 23% in 4 Days?

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry stock jumped 23% in four days as investors reacted to rumours. Know what the rumour is? What is its…

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Tech Stocks

3 Growth Stocks to Buy Every Time They Go on Sale (Like Now)

| Puja Tayal

Here are three companies whose revenues and profits are on a stable growth trajectory, but market momentum is pulling their…

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Investing

If You’d Invested $5,000 in goeasy in 2000, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

| Puja Tayal

goeasy stock is a perfect example of how buying in a market downturn can enhance your returns and help your…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy TC Energy Stock for its +7% Dividend Yield?

| Puja Tayal

TC Energy stock has been trading below its pandemic low since the announcement of the spinoff of the oil pipeline…

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Energy Stocks

Buy Alert: Enbridge Stock Is Trading Near Lows

| Puja Tayal

Investing now in Enbridge stock can earn you an extra $42.6 annually and even compound it. Read further to know…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks That Your Future Self Will Thank You for Buying at Today’s Prices

| Puja Tayal

The TSX has been in the red throughout August, creating an opportune time for value seekers. These two stocks are…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 1,427 Shares in This Top Dividend Stock for $106 Per Month in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Are you interested in knowing how investing in dividend stocks can cut you a monthly passive income cheque of $106?…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Claim CPP Benefits at Age 65

| Puja Tayal

You often hear that it is best to delay your CPP benefit till age 70. But sometimes, it is better…

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Tech Stocks

If You’d Invested $5,000 in Descartes Systems Stock in 2010, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

| Puja Tayal

Descartes Systems is a resilient stock that surged gradually, as trade became complicated.

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks to Maximize Your Retirement Potential 

| Puja Tayal

Are you a decade or more away from retirement? Now is your chance to boost your retirement portfolio with these…

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Dividend Stocks

You Need to Earn $5,500/Month to Get a $1,855 Maximum CPP Benefit Every Month

| Puja Tayal

Are you retiring in 2023? You can get maximum CPP of $1,855/month if your last monthly income was $5,500 and…

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Investing

Air Canada Stock Fell 12.6%: Is Now a Good Time to Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada stock fell 12.6% in a month after a 40% rally. What caused this plunge? Is this stock a…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Miss This Once-in-a-Decade Opportunity to Lock in a 7% Yield

| Puja Tayal

The markets have been facing bearish momentum after second-quarter earnings. It is an opportune time to lock in a dividend…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks for a Million-Dollar Retirement

| Puja Tayal

Do you want a million-dollar retirement with a $6,500 annual investment in TFSA? You need a portfolio that gives 20%…

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Dividend Stocks

Pssst: Are Your High-Yield Dividend Stocks Actually Safe?

| Puja Tayal

Some mid-cap stocks slashed dividends and announced a major reorganization. It is time to see if your high-yield dividend stocks…

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