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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

Stock Market Crash: These 2 Stocks Can Convert Your $10,000 Into $20,000

| Puja Tayal

The stock market correction in early September has created a good buying opportunity. The high-growth virus stocks that peaked in…

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Tech Stocks

CRA: There Is a Way You Can Still Get $2,000 CERB After September

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is ending the $2,000 CERB in September. But there is a way you can still get the CERB…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking to Buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock? 3 Things You Should Know

| Puja Tayal

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock slipped 4% in the recent market correction, making its dividend yield even juicier at 8%. The short-term…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD) Will Launch a U.S. IPO: Should You Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) stock fell 17% after rising 300% between April and August. The 17% drop was partially due to…

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Tech Stocks

What Is Shopify’s (TSX:SHOP) Growth Potential?

| Puja Tayal

This year, Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock became the most valued stock on the Toronto Stock Exchange, with $134 billion in market capitalization.…

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Coronavirus

ALERT: Is the Next Stock Market Crash Here?

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index has been bearish this September. Is this the sign of another market crash?

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Tech Stocks

Beware! Staying Invested in Air Canada (TSX:AC) Could Cost You a Fortune

| Puja Tayal

Do you consider Air Canada (TSX:AC) to be a value stock to buy and hold forever? Don’t fall into this…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Dipped Almost 20%: What Should You Do?

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) stock fell almost 20% in the last few days, as investors cashed out on profits. Is the stock’s…

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Coronavirus

WAIT! Consider These 5 Risks Before Buying Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock

| Puja Tayal

Before the market correction, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock was rallying on the back of its efforts to open travel again.…

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Dividend Stocks

What Are the Odds of Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Rising to $30?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has been rising in the past few days. The stocks surged as much as 16.5% to cross…

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Tech Stocks

Market Crash 2020: What Should You Do?

| Puja Tayal

The recent declines hint that the stock market is at the brink of another crash. You can make money in…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) Stock Just Dipped 15%: Should You Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) stock fell by more than 15% in the recent price correction after rallying 20% in August. Should…

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Tech Stocks

After the TSX Dip: Should You Buy Shopify (TSX:SHOP) At $1,250?

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock fell 16.6% in the market dip. It is back on the growth path. Should you buy the…

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Tech Stocks

Huge Selling in the NASDAQ and S&P 500: Is the Market Crash Here?

| Puja Tayal

The major stock market indexes fell below their 50-day moving average in the last three trading sessions. Is this the…

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Dividend Stocks

The NASDAQ Just Dipped 10%: Should You Worry?

| Puja Tayal

The Nasdaq Composite Index just dropped another 4% below its 50-day moving average. But the TSX Composite Index is better…

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Coronavirus

Looking to Buy TSX Stocks? Don’t Fall Into the Air Canada (TSX:AC) Value Trap

| Puja Tayal

Now is a good time to buy quality stocks, as the market has corrected in the last two days. But…

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Energy Stocks

Billionaire Diaries: Warren Buffett Is Recession-Proofing His Portfolio, and So Should You

| Puja Tayal

In this chapter of Billionaire Diaries, you will see why Warren Buffett refrained from buying in the March sell-off. The…

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Coronavirus

Why Did Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Surge Over 15% in 2 Weeks?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock surged over 15% in two weeks and is now trading above its 50-day moving average. Is…

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Tech Stocks

TSX Dipped 3%: The Beginning of Another Market Crash?

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index dipped 3% in the last two trading days. Is this the beginning of another market crash…

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Dividend Stocks

Still Unemployed? The $1,600 CRA CRB Is Coming Soon!

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is bringing a new EI-like unemployment benefit for part-time workers and self-employed. The CRB will come into effect…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Have Patience. Your $2,000 CERB Is Coming!

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is disbursing the last lot of $2,000 CERB payments. However, it is taking longer than usual because of…

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Coronavirus

Must-Know: These 2 TSX Stocks Could Recession-Proof Your Portfolio

| Puja Tayal

There are fears of a looming recession when the government eases its fiscal stimulus package. You can recession-proof your portfolio…

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Tech Stocks

NASDAQ Dipped 6%: It’s a Good Time to Buy These TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

The Nasdaq Composite Index dipped 6% in two days as investors cashed out some profits. This correction has created an…

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Tech Stocks

These 3 TSX Stocks Could Thrive in a Post-Pandemic Economy

| Puja Tayal

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people live and work. Stocks of companies that adapted to the new normal…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried the CRA CERB Payment Will End? Look Here for $2,000 Every Month

| Puja Tayal

You will no longer be able to apply for the CERB after September. Does that worry you? Then it’s time…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking to Invest? Here Are 2 Stocks You Should Buy and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

The CRA’s tax deadline is nearing. Are you looking to invest some money? There are two stocks you can buy…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Cash Benefits: Do You Qualify for the $400-a-Week CRB Payment?

| Puja Tayal

So, you have applied for your last CERB payment. What’s next? The CRA is bringing a $400-a-week CRB payment to…

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Dividend Stocks

Billionaire Diaries: What Did Warren Buffett Buy on His 90th Birthday?

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett celebrated his 90th birthday in August with some interesting stock purchases. What can you take away from Buffett’s…

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Tech Stocks

Billionaire Diaries: Why Warren Buffett Never Had Credit Card Debt

| Puja Tayal

Have you ever heard of Warren Buffett having credit card debt? He prefers receiving interest over paying it. He advises…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Things Buffett Is Doing to Avoid Losing Money

| Puja Tayal

Many analysts are touting a second market crash when the government aid eases. See what Warren Buffett is doing to…

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Dividend Stocks

A Million-Dollar Retirement: How to Retire Rich in 3 Easy Steps

| Puja Tayal

You can retire rich if you plan your retirement savings well and at least 20 years in advance. Read further…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Cash Benefits: You Can Now Apply for Your Last $2,000 CERB Payment

| Puja Tayal

It’s time to claim your final $2,000 CERB payment from the CRA before bidding farewell to the emergency benefit. See…

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Dividend Stocks

The Top 2 TSX Stocks I Would Buy in September

| Puja Tayal

The calendar page is turning, and the stock market indices are rallying. Buy these two stocks in September to enjoy…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Is Another Stock Market Crash Inevitable?

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is surging, even though the GDP is contracting. The Warren Buffett Indicator signals that equities are overvalued…

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Energy Stocks

Warren Buffett: Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock a Value Trap?

| Puja Tayal

When Warren Buffett sold his airline stocks in April, he exited the value trap the March-sell off created. Don’t fall…

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Tech Stocks

Got $6,000? These 2 Stocks Can Double Your Money in 5 Years

| Puja Tayal

The holiday season is just two months away. It’s time you contribute to your TFSA. I would suggest you begin…

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close-up photo of investor Warren Buffett
Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Was Right to Sell This Stock

| Puja Tayal

I know Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is up 4%, but don’t buy it. Warren Buffett was right to sell its…

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Coronavirus

Can Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Make You Rich in 10 Years?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is trading at its three-year low after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the airline industry. Should you buy…

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Tech Stocks

Market Crash: These 2 Stocks Can Convert Your $69,500 TFSA Into $1 Million

| Puja Tayal

If there is another stock market crash, you can protect your investments with these two defensive stocks. With time, they…

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Tech Stocks

CRA: Plan Your September Expenses Wisely to Avoid No Cash October

| Puja Tayal

Many expenses are coming up in September. The CRA income tax expense and transition from CERB to EI/CRB would leave…

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