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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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Stocks for Beginners

RRSP Investors: An Easy Way to Compound Your Stock Returns

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Investing in an RRSP can lock your money until retirement. How can you compound your small RRSP investments into a…

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Semiconductor Stocks To Buy in October

| Puja Tayal

Semiconductor stocks have hit their 52-week lows. Now is the time to buy two of them and double your money…

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Tech Stocks

Nasdaq Bear Market: 5 Sensational Growth Stocks You’ll Regret Not Buying in the Downturn

| Puja Tayal

The tech stock meltdown has put the Nasdaq in bear territory. Now is an opportune time to buy into next…

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Energy Stocks

2 Top Trends to Invest $2,000 in Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The stock market has taken a 360-degree turn this year. Tech stocks are down, and energy stocks are up. Which…

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Stocks for Beginners

Is it Safer to Pull Your Money Out of the Stock Market or Keep Investing for Now?

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index has dipped 12%, as fears of a recession loom. You might wonder if it is safe…

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Tech Stocks

2 Growth Stocks That Could Help You Retire a Millionaire

| Puja Tayal

If you want to retire a millionaire, your portfolio needs stocks that can grow your money faster than inflation and…

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Tech Stocks

Better Semiconductor Stock: AMD vs. Nvidia

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Advanced Micro Devices and Nvidia stocks are trading near their 52-week low. Is now a good time to buy?

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oil and natural gas
Energy Stocks

If I’d Invested in Suncor Stock at the Start of 2022, Here’s What I’d Have Now

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) outperformed in the 2022 bear market. See how much your Suncor investment is worth now.

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Investing

3 Things About Bombardier That Smart Investors Know

| Puja Tayal

Many investors see Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) as a company on sale. But smart investors know that the stock jumped 300% since…

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Dividend Stocks

If I’d Invested in Enbridge Stock at the Start of 2022, Here’s What I’d Have Now

| Puja Tayal

Enbridge stock has outperformed the market as it benefits from the global energy crisis. Is this stock a buy?

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Tech Stocks

Is Tesla Stock a Buy Today While It’s Down 44% This Year?

| Puja Tayal

Tesla stock fell 44% as supply issues weaken the auto industry and Musk deals with a lawsuit. Should you buy…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Liquefied Natural Gas Stocks Right Now? 

| Puja Tayal

North American natural gas companies and utilities are facing the impact of natural gas prices worldwide. Is now a good…

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Stocks for Beginners

Ready To Buy the Dip? This Auto Stock Is a Smart Buy

| Puja Tayal

Industry-wide headwinds have put auto stocks in the deep red. Now is the time to buy this stock and book…

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Dividend Stocks

Why a Bear Market Shouldn’t Scare Real Estate Investors in the Slightest

| Puja Tayal

Real estate earns rental income and enjoys value appreciation. A bear market shouldn’t scare real estate investors ... it should…

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Dividend Stocks

The Easiest Way to Create a Million-Dollar TFSA 

| Puja Tayal

A million-dollar TFSA portfolio is possible with the right mix of promising growth stocks and dividend stocks that can compound…

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Energy Stocks

Why Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock Fell as Much as 14% in September 

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock fell 14% in September. Is it the cooling of the global energy crisis or silence before…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Safest Dividend Stocks on Earth Right Now

| Puja Tayal

Is the market volatility making you apprehensive? Here are two of the safest dividend stocks right now that can give…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Safest TSX Stocks Right Now

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is heading towards a crash. Investors are seeking the safety of dividends, and these two stocks provide…

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Tech Stocks

Nvidia Stock Is Down 60%: Should You Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has slipped over 60% as short-term headwinds hurt its revenue. But a long-term view of the stock…

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks That Are Great Long-Term Picks

| Puja Tayal

October is a ripe time to buy growth stocks for wealth creation. Use the market downturn to tap the recovery…

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Tech Stocks

Canadian Investors: Where to Put $100 Right Now

| Puja Tayal

If you have $100 to invest right now, here are two high-risk growth stocks that can grow your money fivefold…

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Dividend Stocks

1 REIT That Pays a Monthly Distribution (With 6% Yield and 3.2% CAGR) 

| Puja Tayal

It's a good time to buy REITs at a hefty discount to lock in higher passive income. This REIT pays…

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Dividend Stocks

These Monthly Dividend Payers Could Carry Your Portfolio for Years

| Puja Tayal

Building a portfolio takes years. Without further ado, invest in these monthly dividend payers and start earning.

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Energy Stocks

TSX From Windfall to Free Fall: Where is the Value?  

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index is in a free fall after windfall gains from tech and energy stocks. Where to look…

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Energy Stocks

3 Ways to Make Money From Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock 

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock attracted investors seeking exposure to the oil price. Here's how to make money from it.

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Stocks for Beginners

New Investors: The 2 Best Options to Earn Regular Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is heading into a new downturn, allowing investors to buy quality stocks for a bargain. Here are…

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Dividend Stocks

Be a Landlord in Canada: Earn $162 a Month Tax Free With REITs

| Puja Tayal

Rising interest rates and growing inflation have created an opportunity to buy REITs at a discounted price and lock in…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: 3 Easy Stocks to Invest in for Retirement

| Puja Tayal

It’s never too early to begin retirement planning. Adding the right mix of stocks to an RRSP can grow your…

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Dividend Stocks

Not Every Cheap Stock has Value: 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Sell, and 1 to Hold

| Puja Tayal

The market downturn has created an opportunity to buy value stocks at a bargain. Here’s a guide to optimizing your…

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Investing

Should You Go Easy on goeasy (TSX:GSY)? Buy, Hold, or Sell?

| Puja Tayal

goeasy (TSX:GSY) stock fell 45% in a year, and recessionary pressures could pull it down further. Is this stock a…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: Invest $50,000 and Get $500,000 + $500/Month in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

If you invest $50,000 in the current stock market downturn, you could earn $500,000 in 20 years plus $500 in…

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Dividend Stocks

Retire in 2042: Convert a $50,000 TFSA Into $500,000

| Puja Tayal

The 2022 market downturn and a looming recession present an opportunity to convert a $50,000 TFSA to $500,000 by 2042.…

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 U.S. Stocks I’m Never Selling

| Puja Tayal

Your TFSA allows you to invest in U.S. stocks. The tech stock selloff has created an opportunity to buy hyper-growth…

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Invest in a Recession: 2 Opportunistic Stocks to Buy the Dip 

| Puja Tayal

Are you worried about the looming recession? You can put your worries aside and take this opportunity to invest in…

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Dividend Stocks

Have $1,000? 2 All-Weather Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever 

| Puja Tayal

The stock market seems gloomy. In this extreme economic climate, here are two dividend stocks you can hold forever.

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: 2 (>8% Yielding) Real Estate Stocks That Pay Cash Each Month  

| Puja Tayal

Investing in real estate is an excellent strategy for generating passive income. Here are two real estate stocks that can…

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Stocks for Beginners

Rebound Rockets: 2 Beaten-Down Stocks You’ll Be Happy You Own in 2032

| Puja Tayal

The 2022 market downturn is harsh on many stocks. Some beaten-down stocks could rebound and make their investors wealthy in…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $500,000 by the Time You Retire

| Puja Tayal

How far are you from retirement? Here is a plan to convert $500/month in each of four stocks to $500,000…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Stocks That Could Grow Your Portfolio Over the Next Decade

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks that can grow your portfolio over time? Here are two growth stocks.

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Energy Stocks

Is Keyera (TSX:KEY) Stock a Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Keyera (TSX:KEY) stock came into the limelight as oil and gas prices surged. Is this mid-cap stock a buy in…

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