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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

The 3 Best Investments in Canada

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Canada offers some lucrative investment options if you look at the right place. Here are three such investments where Canada…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin’s Price Falls 11%: 4 Crypto Stocks to Buy the Dip

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Bitcoin's price dropped for the first time in 40 days. Is this dip the time to buy crypto stocks, and…

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Investing

Top 5 Canadian Stocks to Buy As a Beginner

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Is this your first time investing in the stock market and you don’t know where to start? These five stocks…

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Energy Stocks

Why Did Warren Buffett Sell Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock?

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Looking at the Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock downturn, I'm wondering what Warren Buffett's thoughts were behind selling Suncor stocks.  

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Make Money From Cyclical Stocks

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The cyclical upturn is about to begin. This is your chance to buy some cyclical stocks at the dip while…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks That Could Make You Rich by 2030

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If you want to grow rich in 10 years, you have to invest in stocks that can give you around…

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Investing

What if Magna (TSX:MG) Bags the Apple Car Order?

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Apple is reportedly building a supply chain for Apple Car, and I believe Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) has a good chance. 

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Tech Stocks

Top 5 Stocks to Buy Now

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Peter Lynch said, “Behind every stock is a company. Find out what it's doing.” Here are five stocks to buy…

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Energy Stocks

The stock Market Is Bearish in September: Fact or Superstition?

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How true is the superstition about September's stock market bearishness? This September, who will take charge, bulls or bears? 

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Dividend Stocks

A Beginners Guide to Investing in Retirement

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Retirement is the beginning of a new life. Even if you've never invested in stocks, this is a good time…

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Investing

Peter Lynch Learning: Avoid Investing in 2 Types of Companies

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Peter Lynch advises investors to know the company before buying its stock. But you should also know which companies to…

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Tech Stocks

5 Investing Lessons From Peter Lynch

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Peter Lynch is known for beating the market. I have compiled five investing lessons that apply in the current market. 

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Energy Stocks

4 Top Stocks to Buy Before 2022

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Here are four stocks that are seeing tepid recovery this year but could see bouts of growth in 2022.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Types of Stocks for Risk-Averse Investors

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Stock market investing is not just about taking risks but taking calculated risks and getting rewarded for it. Here are…

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Tech Stocks

An Intermediate Guide to Types of Growth Stocks

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Stock investing is all about buying and selling the right stock at the right time. Different types of shares give…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 4 TSX Stocks to Buy While They’re Still Cheap

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Are you looking for some cheap stocks with significant growth potential? The July and August dip has created some good…

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Energy Stocks

Top 2 Energy Stocks to Buy in September 2021

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Energy is one of the dominant sectors on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The sector saw a bear phase, creating an…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Stocks to Fight the 4th Wave

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The fourth wave of the pandemic has brought another round of ifs and buts. Prepare your portfolio to fight this…

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Energy Stocks

Top 3 TSX Stocks to Buy in September 2021

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Are you looking for stocks that can help you outperform the market in the next 12 months? Here is a…

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Coronavirus

3 Stocks Under $5 to Buy in August 2021

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Before the month ends, book your seat in the recovery rally. Buy these three small-cap stocks under $5 to give…

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Dividend Stocks

Top 5 Dividend Stocks for Beginners

| Puja Tayal

When the stock market is in a bear zone, you can lock in a higher dividend yield. Here are five…

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Dividend Stocks

A Complete Guide to Investing in Dividend Stocks

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Are you new to stock markets and looking to invest in dividend stocks? Here is a complete guide to dividend…

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Tech Stocks

Nuvei (TSX:NVEI) Stock Up 43% in 2 Weeks: Is It Still a Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Does Nuvei (TSX:NVEI) stock’s over 40% rally concern you? Here is my analysis of the stock price rally and how…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Chase the Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Downturn?

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Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock has dropped 28% in two months as oil prices fell. Should you chase this downturn and…

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks That Have More Than Doubled in a Year

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Are you searching for stocks that could double your money in a year? Three stocks have more than doubled and…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Stocks Under $50 to Buy in August 2021

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If you got $250 to invest, here are five stocks under $50 that could give you a good blend of…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Stocks to Buy in the 4th COVID Wave

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The stock market saw a correction, as Canada entered the fourth COVID wave. This is a good time to buy…

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Tech Stocks

5 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in August 2021

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Are you looking to buy stocks that can grow your money in the short and long term? Here are five…

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Tech Stocks

Part 2 – A Beginner’s Guide to Researching a Stock

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Do you want to invest in stocks like a professional and be confident about your investments? Here is a guide…

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Tech Stocks

Got $500? 2 High-Growth Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

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A high-growth stock is a well-known name with the potential to be a market leader. Here are two such stocks.

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Tech Stocks

Part 1: A Beginner’s Guide to Researching Stocks

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All investing articles tell you to research your stocks before investing. But how? Here is a beginner’s guide to researching…

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Tech Stocks

This 1 Top Canadian Stock Surged 500% in 17 Months

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With the market at inflated levels, are you thinking about which stock to buy? Diversify your portfolio and ensure this…

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Tech Stocks

Could goeasy (TSX:GSY) Be the Next Millionaire-Maker?

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Most millionaire-maker stocks cater to the masses and have strong execution. Does goeasy (TSX:GSY) have the traits of a millionaire-maker?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in August 2021

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To earn millions from investing, you've got to invest in growth stocks that have risks. Two growth stocks have rewarded…

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Coronavirus

Invest in Real Estate With 3 Top Canadian REITs Under $100

| Puja Tayal

Canadian real estate market is lucrative, with property prices in a long-term uptrend. Get exposure to these prices with REITs. 

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks Trading Above $1,800: Should You Buy?

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Are you confused about whether to buy stocks trading above $1,800? What can you expect from these stocks? Is there…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) Gamma Squeeze Cycle Ends: Is There Growth Left?

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock has dipped 35%, as the gamma squeeze cools off. Is the stock a buy at its current price…

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Investing

Here’s Why I’m Bullish on Magna (TSX:MG) Despite the 18% Correction

| Puja Tayal

Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) is a long-term stock to ride the EV wave. But its growth faces short-term roadblock of chip…

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Investing

Cineplex (TSX:CGX) Stock up 11%: Be Glad You Didn’t Sell at the Dip

| Puja Tayal

Cineplex (TSX:CGX) stock surged 11% in the hopes of a recovery that its second-quarter earnings portray.

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Dividend Stocks

Did You Turn 75? One-Time $500 OAS Pension Coming Your Way in August

| Puja Tayal

Service Canada will add a one-time OAS payment of $500 into your account on August 16 if you are eligible.…

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