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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

Bet on Canada: 5 TSX Stocks to Buy Now

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett said not to bet against America. But how about betting on Canada? These five stocks will give you…

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Investing

3 Warren Buffett Quotes That Apply in Today’s Stock Market

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett is called the Oracle of Omaha for a reason. His investing lessons apply, even in meme stocks and…

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Investing

2 Boring Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

A boring Sunday afternoon is sometimes better than a busy Monday morning. Similarly, boring stocks help balance your volatile portfolio. 

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Investing

1 Canadian Stock to Buy Before Redditors Prey on it

| Puja Tayal

Many investors are looking for the next stock that could become Redditors’ short-squeeze target. I have a hunch it could…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks to Stay Away From Until Further Notice

| Puja Tayal

Don’t get swayed by stock price rally and make the mistake of buying these stocks close to their highs. It…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest and Grow Rich: 3 Top Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

A mango tree takes five to eight years to bear fruits. Even fundamental stocks need that much time to bear…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Tesla Stock: Buy This 1 Canadian ETF Instead

| Puja Tayal

Are you one of those Tesla shareholders who are concerned about Elon Musk’s tweet bubbles? Then this article is for…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top ETFs to Buy Today

| Puja Tayal

Are you thinking of investing in ETFs? Then you should read this as I bring to you my top ETF…

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Tech Stocks

Want to Invest in NASDAQ? 2 Canadian ETFs to Buy

| Puja Tayal

Nasdaq has made Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos the world’s richest people. These Canadian ETFs can give you exposure to…

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Tech Stocks

Dogecoin vs. Hive (TSX:HIVE) Stock

| Puja Tayal

While I can’t be sure about the coin, patience with Hive Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) could be rewarding.

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Investing

3 Investing Secrets to Grow Rich

| Puja Tayal

The secret to being rich lies in self-control. Here are three investing secrets that can open the portal to wealth…

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Tech Stocks

Why Did BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Volatility Surge?

| Puja Tayal

Redditors have converted BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) into their game field. Understand the game to know the nature of the volatility. 

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Tech Stocks

Beware! You Might Be Losing Money Due to BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) Volatility

| Puja Tayal

Have you repurchased BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) shares at the dip in the last two weeks? If yes, then you are at…

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Dividend Stocks

Investing 101: How to Make Money From Top Stocks List

| Puja Tayal

Your portfolio consists only of the top stocks, but the returns are marginal. This is because there is a strategy…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB): How to Make Money From the Reddit Frenzy

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) investors are losing instead of making money in the Reddit frenzy. Learn how to make money from short…

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Dividend Stocks

Investing 101: Healthy Diversification vs. Unhealthy Diversification

| Puja Tayal

Diversification is a lot more than investing in multiple top stocks to buy. Here’s your secret to healthy diversification. 

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) Stock Selloff Is Here: Don’t Rush to Buy the Dip

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock dipped to $15.77, creating an opportunity for hedge fund buying. How do you profit from this dip? 

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks for Your $6,000 TFSA Portfolio

| Puja Tayal

Have you planned your TFSA investing for 2021? Here are three fundamentally strong stocks that can triple your $6,000 investment…

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Dividend Stocks

The 38-Week CRB Ends for Most Canadians: Is a 12-Week Extension Coming?

| Puja Tayal

Is a 12-week extension to the CRB coming?

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Dividend Stocks

4 of the Best TSX Stocks Under $50 to Buy in June 2021

| Puja Tayal

It takes $200 and these four stocks under $50 to create a well-diversified portfolio. These stocks can prepare you for…

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Coronavirus

3 Reasons to Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Today

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is heading towards a recovery rally, driven by revenue-growth expectations. Should you hop on to this rally? 

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Tech Stocks

This 5-Year Prediction of Hive (TSX:HIVE) Stock Might Surprise You

| Puja Tayal

Are you confused about whether you should invest in crypto or blockchain? Hive Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE) can give you exposure…

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Tech Stocks

Prediction: These Will Be the 2 Largest Stocks by 2035

| Puja Tayal

Two stocks have the potential to shape the future of 2035. 

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Make $15 Per Day Starting in 2021

| Puja Tayal

Passive investing is a tried and tested way to generate wealth from investment. But there is a way to earn…

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Dividend Stocks

Inflation Alert! Hedge Your Portfolio Against Inflation With the 3 Best TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

High inflation is coming, and it can impact your returns negatively. Here's how you can protect your portfolio from the…

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Tech Stocks

3 Mistakes Regular Investors Make in Meme Trading

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to make some money on meme stocks? Avoid making these three common mistakes that regular investors make…

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Tech Stocks

My Short-Squeeze Gains: Is BlackBerry (TSX:BB) a Hold at $18?

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock has surged 76.5% and is trading at $18. If you are in dual minds to hold or…

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Coronavirus

Forget Dogecoin: This Canadian Stock Is a Better Alternative in June 2021

| Puja Tayal

Dogecoin has been falling since mid-May, as many traders cash out their digital currency. Here is an alternative to invest…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC): Claim Your Ticket Refund Before June 12

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is giving cash refund on flights cancelled during the pandemic. You can earn from this refund. Here’s…

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Investing

You Think Dogecoin Is Crazy? Wait Till You See This Stock’s Growth

| Puja Tayal

Dogecoin fever has cooled after a crazy rally of 6,800%. But there is one crazy rally in the stock market.…

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Tech Stocks

Could Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) Be the Android of Omnichannel Commerce?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) announced two e-commerce acquisitions. It is on track to become the Android of omnichannel commerce. 

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Dividend Stocks

This 3-Year Prediction for Oil and Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Might Surprise You

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) has surged 43% year to date and has more upside. The next three years are crucial for…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks With Strong Upside in 2021

| Puja Tayal

This is a ripe time to pluck some good dividend stocks with 25-30% upside potential in 2021 as they ride…

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Coronavirus

3 Recovery Stocks That Could Make You Richer in June — and Beyond

| Puja Tayal

You don’t grow rich by chasing a rally but by riding a recovery rally. Here are three stocks that are…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $1,000? Two TSX Stocks to Buy

| Puja Tayal

Instead of buying in a lump sum, buy small sums over a period of time to get the best of…

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Coronavirus

My 1-Year Prediction for Air Canada (TSX:AC): Runway to $40

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is on a road to recovery, as investors eye pent-up air travel demand. The next 12…

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Coronavirus

Reading Thoughts of Air Canada (TSX:AC) Investors: Is Recovery in Cards?

| Puja Tayal

A news-sensitive stock like Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock did not react strongly to the executive bonuses. What do investors have…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock: How to Book Profits in This Reddit Frenzy

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock is at the cusp of the Reddit frenzy 2.0. The hedge funds are buying. Book profits while…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Dips: Should You Invest in Meme Stocks?

| Puja Tayal

A new stock market term has been coined: “the meme stocks." Here is a complete guide to meme stocks and…

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Tech Stocks

Why BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Dipped 7% After a 37% Jump Over 2 Days

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock jumped 37% in the last two days on meme trading. And now the Redditors are cashing in…

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