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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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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry vs. Dogecoin: How to Make Money From Meme Stocks

| Puja Tayal

It started as a joke. But now meme stocks and coins have taken investors by surprise. How do you make…

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Dividend Stocks

Enhance Your Crypto Gains: 5 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Now!

| Puja Tayal

While the future of crypto is unpredictable, that of stocks is not. These five stocks can improve your crypto gains…

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Tech Stocks

This 1-Week Prediction of BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Might Surprise You

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is in the middle of a short squeeze. This week is crucial. If you own the stock, it…

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Energy Stocks

A $100 TFSA Portfolio: Start Small and Build Big With 3 Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Are you planning to build a TFSA portfolio? You can start with $100 and build big with regular investing in…

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Energy Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Is the CRB Extension Coming in June?

| Puja Tayal

The Justin Trudeau government proposed a 12-week CRB extension in the 2021 budget. Will this proposal materialize in June before…

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Tech Stocks

Will Dogecoin Go up Again? Buy These 2 Growth Stocks Instead

| Puja Tayal

It takes 20 days for Dogecoin to more than double and another 20 days to more than halve. Is another…

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Tech Stocks

How to Make Money From BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB) 2nd Wave of Short Squeezes

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) is being hit by the second wave of the Redditor short squeeze. It’s time to book some profits.…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Momentum Returns: Is $50 the Next Destination?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock price momentum has returned. The stock surpassed the $27 mark since the bailout. Will it surge…

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Tech Stocks

Reddit Alert! BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock Jumps Over 10%

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock saw a sudden influx of buyers on May 26. It was also a hot topic on Reddit.…

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Dividend Stocks

If 5G Is the Future, These 2 Stocks Are a Screaming Buy

| Puja Tayal

The 5G opportunity is far greater than you might think. Here are two stocks that can unleash the potential of…

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Coronavirus

Waiting for the Recovery Rally? It’s Time to Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock

| Puja Tayal

Time waits for no one. Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock price dip has passed, and stock price stagnation shall, too. And…

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Energy Stocks

How to Avoid Losing Money in Bitcoin and Dogecoin

| Puja Tayal

Recently, Bitcoin and Dogecoin dipped 30%. Is this a sign of a crypto bubble? Here’s how you can avoid losing…

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Coronavirus

Will Spring Come for Air Canada (TSX:AC) in September?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has hit a plateau. There is not much momentum for almost two months. Is this the…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP and OAS Are Not Enough: Should You Delay Retirement to Fight Inflation?

| Puja Tayal

Are you depending on the CPP and OAS pension for your retirement? Then you are up for some disappointment. 

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Dividend Stocks

Retirement Planning: How Much Should You Save to Retire With $1 Million?

| Puja Tayal

Do you dream of a million-dollar retirement? You can make your dream come true, even at age 40 with as…

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Energy Stocks

Top 4 Canadian Stocks to Buy Under $100

| Puja Tayal

You don’t need thousands of dollars to invest in the stock markets. You can build a well-diversified, winning portfolio with…

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Tech Stocks

Why Did Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) Stock Jump 13%?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock surged 13% after robust fiscal 2021 earnings. What did the earnings state?  

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Investing

If Bitcoin Is the Future, This ETF Is a Screaming Buy

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin is down 30%. If you believe in the future of BTC, buy the dip. A tax-effective way to get…

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Tech Stocks

What Is Lightspeed POS’s (TSX:LSPD) Fiscal 2022 Growth Potential?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock surged 145% last year. Can it replicate this growth this year? Find the answer in this…

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Tech Stocks

3 Recovery Stocks to Buy Before May Ends

| Puja Tayal

May saw a correction in the stock market, creating a buying opportunity. Buy these three stocks that will benefit from…

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Investing

This 5-Year Prediction of Magna (TSX:MG) Might Surprise You

| Puja Tayal

Magna International (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) stock has surged 30% in five months. Could it continue to grow? This five-year prediction will tell…

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Dividend Stocks

Bitcoin Down 40%: How to Protect Your Portfolio From the Crypto Fallout

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin fell 3% in one day on the China regulatory crackdown. Here’s how you can protect your portfolio from the…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Top Stocks to Build a Market Portfolio That Outperforms

| Puja Tayal

In the stock market, you gain when patient and lose when you panic. You can build a market-outperform portfolio by…

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Tech Stocks

2 Software Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio in May

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to add tech stocks to your portfolio in May? These two could be good candidates for a…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Down 30%: 2 Stocks to Buy in May for Big Gains

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin fell almost 30% on May 19. Such dips are normal in the unregulated crypto world. Hence, invest in stocks…

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Tech Stocks

Which Stock to Buy: Shopify (TSX:SHOP) or Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)?

| Puja Tayal

The e-commerce wave drove Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) stocks to new highs last year. Are they still worth…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Volatility Cools: Should You Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock price volatility has cooled after the bailout. The next big wave could come in September. Here's…

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Tech Stocks

What Is Driving Dogecoin to the Moon?

| Puja Tayal

Dogecoin price surged 800% in 50 days. Where did it begin? What drove Dogecoin to the Moon? What should you…

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Tech Stocks

$1,000 Invested in BlackBerry (TSX:BB) May Last Year Is Worth This Much Today

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock is trading around $10. The stock price might look cheap, but it has surged a whopping 60% in…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD): Your Last Chance to Buy the Dip

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock rally is not yet over. This is your chance to buy the dip. It has growth…

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Investing

Elon Musk’s Most Ambitious Projects: SpaceX or Dogecoin?

| Puja Tayal

Elon Musk is known for his ambitious projects. His next ambitious project is to go to Mars and send Dogecoin…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s an Over 6% Yield with 2 Dividend Stocks Under $50

| Puja Tayal

Here are two dividend stocks that won’t disappoint you and will give you value for your $50. You can lock…

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX EV Stocks That Are More Realistic Than Dogecoin

| Puja Tayal

Are you willing to risk $100 in Dogecoin? Instead, put that money in two EV stocks that have more utility…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Canadian Stocks to Buy With the $299 Average GST Refund

| Puja Tayal

Have you filed your income tax returns? You can get an average GST return of $299. You can buy four…

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks With Long-Term Growth Potential

| Puja Tayal

To reap the rewards of the future, you need to invest in the future at present. Here are three TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

Dogefather Sends Dogecoin to the Moon: Is Crypto Worth the Risk?

| Puja Tayal

Elon Musk is popularly known as Dogefather these days for the support he is giving to Dogecoin. Is Musk’s support enough…

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Energy Stocks

Elon Musk Says Bitcoin Is Not Green: How Does This Impact BTC?

| Puja Tayal

Elon Musk has suddenly backed out of accepting Bitcoin as a payment for Tesla cars. How this will impact BTC…

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Investing

Alternative Investment: What Are the Risks of Investing in Bitcoin?

| Puja Tayal

Many investment stalwarts have warned against investing in Bitcoin. But the purpose of BTC is similar to alternative investments. 

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Ways to Save Bitcoin Gains From the CRA’s Claws

| Puja Tayal

The CRA can tax your gains from Bitcoin trading. But you can avoid this tax by investing in BTC smartly…

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Dividend Stocks

Alternative Investment: 2 Stocks to Hedge Your Portfolio Against Inflation

| Puja Tayal

As the government phases out fiscal stimulus, the fear of inflation is looming. Protect your portfolio from inflation with two…

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