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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.

Recent Articles

Investing

Are 3 Stock Market Winners of 2021 up for Growth in 2022?

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The 2021 stock market saw many waves and bubbles. The question is, will what worked in 2021 work in 2022…

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Tech Stocks

Tech Stock Crash: Time to Buy 3 Stocks at Cheap Prices

| Puja Tayal

Tech stocks worldwide crashed, as Omicron fears smoothened inflated valuations. You can now buy growth stocks at cheap prices.

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Investing

CRA: Work From Home and Reduce 2021 Taxable Income by $500

| Puja Tayal

The CRA extended the home office tax deduction to 2021. It also increased the maximum deduction amount to $500.

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Tech Stocks

4 Cheap Tech Stocks That Could Make You Rich in 2022 and Beyond

| Puja Tayal

Four tech stocks entered 2022 on a bearish note, creating an opportunity to buy growth stocks for a cheaper price.

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Stock Market Trends to Watch Out in 2022

| Puja Tayal

The stock market saw a strong recovery in 2021. The year 2022 could see the return of two trends put…

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Tech Stocks

2 Tech IPOs of 2020 Doubled Your Money in Less Than 2 Years

| Puja Tayal

The year 2020 brought enthusiasm for tech stocks. Two companies launched IPOs in 2020 and more than doubled investors' money.

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Tech Stocks

Why Nuvei (TSX:NVEI) Stock Lost More Than 50% of its Value

| Puja Tayal

Nuvei (TSX:NVEI)(NASDAQ:NVEI) stock lost over 50% of its value after surging more than 250% since its 2020 IPO. What led…

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Tech Stocks

Why Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Slumped 22% in a Month

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock slumped 22% in the Omicron bear market. Should you be worried about this dip? Let’s find out.

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Coronavirus

Where Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Headed in 2022: $25 or $14?

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is likely to enter 2022 with the uncertainty of Omicron. What can you expect from Air Canada…

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Coronavirus

TSX Composite Index Down 5%: How to Make Money in a Market Downturn

| Puja Tayal

The world is seeing a stock market downturn, as fears of the Omicron wave gather steam. Make the most of…

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Coronavirus

Time to Rebalance Portfolio: 5 Stocks in Focus in 2022

| Puja Tayal

As the year changes, the stock market is taking a turn. It’s time to rebalance your portfolio. Know which stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Stocks to Earn Monthly Passive Income of $300 in 2022

| Puja Tayal

With rising inflation, managing expenses is getting tougher, creating the need for passive income. Here's how to earn $300/month in…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Stock Market: 3 Investing Mistakes of 2021

| Puja Tayal

This year, many stocks outperformed and many lost value. I'll analyze three investing mistakes.

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Dividend Stocks

1st-Time Investors: 3 Evergreen Stocks for All Portfolios

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to invest in stocks? This is a ripe time, as three evergreen stocks are trading at a…

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Stocks for Beginners

My TSX Portfolio: 3 Top Performing Stocks of 2021

| Puja Tayal

The year 2021 saw some outliers. Three stocks in my list outperformed and became the top-performing stocks of my TSX…

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Energy Stocks

Why Are Prices Rising? 2 TSX Stocks to Beat Inflation

| Puja Tayal

Canada is witnessing its highest rate of inflation in 18 years of 4.7%. How to protect your portfolio returns from…

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Coronavirus

My Top 3 2022 Predictions for the Canadian Stock Market

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is ending 2021 on a bearish note, creating anxiety on what 2022 has in store. Here are…

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Investing

Top 4 Cheap TSX Stocks to Build a Balanced Portfolio in 2022

| Puja Tayal

A balanced portfolio can fight market volatility, reduce risks, and enhance profits. Here are four stocks for balanced returns in…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Cheap Dividend Stocks to Buy in the December Dip

| Puja Tayal

Are you a dividend seeker? The Omicron dip has created an opportunity to lock in high dividend yields and enjoy…

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Coronavirus

How to Recoup Losses from Air Canada Stock? 3 Stocks to Consider

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is in red as the Omicron variant slows airline recovery. You can recoup AC losses by…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Dips 17% in a Month: What Should You Do?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock fell 17% in the last 30 days on Omicron uncertainty. Is the stock worth holding, or…

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Coronavirus

3 TSX Stocks Crashed in the November Dip: Should You Buy or Sell?

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite index dipped in November. Three stocks crashed in this dip, raising doubts as to whether to buy,…

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Coronavirus

Omicron Fears Rising: 4 Canadian Stocks to Buy on the Market Dip

| Puja Tayal

The stock market has dipped more than 5% over fears of another wave of a COVID variant. Four stocks could…

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Coronavirus

The Omicron Variant Is Here: Should You Sell Air Canada (TSX:AC)?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) worst fear is materializing through the Omicron variant. It’s time to decide whether to hold or sell…

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Dividend Stocks

The 4 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy in Canada This December

| Puja Tayal

December brings fears of a new COVID variant. Dividend stocks bring some peace of mind at times of uncertainty.

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Tech Stocks

Make Crypto a Part of Your Futuristic Portfolio With 4 TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

If you want to invest in crypto but are not comfortable with crypto exchanges and wallets, here are four stocks…

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Stocks for Beginners

Investing 101: Good Volatility vs. Bad Volatility

| Puja Tayal

Stock market volatility is often misunderstood as risk. But good volatility brings an opportunity to buy a strong stock at…

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Energy Stocks

My Top 4 Canadian Stock Picks for December 2021

| Puja Tayal

Before Christmas shopping, shop for some stocks that could benefit from winter. Here are four stocks you can consider buying…

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Energy Stocks

Why Did Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock Fall Over 8% Today?

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock fell 8% in just one day after surging 51% in three months. What caused this dip?

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Energy Stocks

4 Canadian Stocks Could Benefit From a Global Energy Crisis

| Puja Tayal

A global energy crisis is emerging as supply is unable to meet rising demand. Canadian energy companies can benefit from…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canada’s Inflation at 13-Year High: 3 Stocks to Build an Inflation-Hedged Portfolio

| Puja Tayal

Canada's inflation is at a 13-year high because of energy prices. This has reiterated the need to hedge your portfolio…

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Investing

Why Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) Stock Fell 4%

| Puja Tayal

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) stock fell 4% after surging 14% last week. Should you buy into the dip, or are there better…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD) Stock Lost 53% Value: Where Is the End to This Dip?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed Commerce (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock has more than halved in two months, as investors panic-sell. Has the stock reached the bottom?

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Dividend Stocks

The CRA Sets 2022 TFSA Limit At $6,000: 3 Stocks to Buy

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has set the 2022 TFSA limit at $6,000. The stock market has some exciting buy opportunities on good…

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Tech Stocks

Why Did Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Fall 7.9%?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock dipped 7.9% after an 18% rally post-earnings. What caused this dip? Should you be worried?

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Tech Stocks

Why Did Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Rise 15% in 1 Week?

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock surged 15% in a week, as it rides the Santa Claus rally. How can you profit from…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: Big Changes Coming to 2022 Tax Breaks

| Puja Tayal

Canada reported its highest inflation in 18 years. The CRA is factoring in this heightened inflation to bring big 2022…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock Dipped 6% Post-Earnings

| Puja Tayal

Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock dipped 5.9%, despite strong earnings. Should you buy more Enbridge stock on this dip?

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Tech Stocks

1 Growth Stock Near a 52-Week Low to Watch in November

| Puja Tayal

In this bullish market, one growth stock has plunged to its 52-week low. What pulled the stock down, and is…

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Tech Stocks

3 Growth Stocks That Could Double in 3 Years

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is in a bull run. Still, some growth stocks could double your money in three years.

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