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Sneha Nahata

Sneha is a M.Sc. in finance and has been a Motley Fool contributor since mid-2020. Sneha specializes in writing about bank, energy, consumer and TMT (technology, media, and telecom) stocks. She focuses on identifying winning long-term stock picks.

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect TFSA Stock: A 6.7% Payout Each Month

| Sneha Nahata

This high-yield TSX stock provides more frequent cash flow, which can be reinvested sooner or used to cover recurring expenses.

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Dividend Stocks

High-Yield Dividend Stocks in Canada for Beginners

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian companies have strong fundamentals, resilient earnings, and are better positioned to sustain their high yields.

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Energy Stocks

Here’s Where I’d Put $1,000 in Dividend Stocks This August

| Sneha Nahata

The recent pullback in the shares of these high-quality dividend payers creates a solid opportunity to lock in attractive yields…

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Investing

5 TSX Stocks Worth Buying This August

| Sneha Nahata

These TSX stocks have solid growth potential and have pulled back from their highs, creating attractive buying opportunities this August.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How I’d Turn $25,000 in a TFSA Into $151 a Month

| Sneha Nahata

At a blended yield of roughly 7.3%, a $25,000 investment, spread equally between these two stocks would generate steady monthly…

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Dividend Stocks

These Are My 2 Favourite Stocks for Monthly Passive Income

| Sneha Nahata

These monthly-paying dividend stocks are backed by fundamentally sound businesses, resilient earnings, and sustainable payouts.

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge vs. Suncor – The Better Dividend Stock to Own Right Now

| Sneha Nahata

Enbridge and Suncor are focused on offering reliable and growing dividends, but their payouts depend on different earnings drivers.

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks I’d Hold for a Decade

| Sneha Nahata

These TSX stocks have a strong track record of dividend payments and offer high and sustainable yields, making them reliable…

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Dividend Stocks

This TSX Dividend Stock Is Down 13%: Here’s Why to Buy and Hold Forever

| Sneha Nahata

This TSX stock recently increased its quarterly dividend by 3.2%, extending its record of annual dividend increases to 26 consecutive…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Cut Its Dividend ­­– Is the Stock Worth Buying Now?

| Sneha Nahata

Telus’ dividend cut is a setback for existing shareholders, and reflects a broader shift in Telus’s financial strategy to lower…

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Dividend Stocks

Enbridge vs. Telus: Which Is the Better Dividend Stock to Own Through 2030?

| Sneha Nahata

Enbridge and Telus have been popular because of their attractive dividend payouts. But their dividend stories now look quite different.

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Dividend Stocks

3 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold in a TFSA

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks have the potential to compound earnings and dividends over time and are likely to deliver solid total…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks to Comfortably Hold for the Next 5 Years

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian dividend stocks stand out for their resilient businesses, sustainable payouts, and strong histories of dividend growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s a TSX Stock That Pays Monthly and Yields 4%

| Sneha Nahata

The TSX stock stands out as a monthly dividend payer with a track record of maintaining and increasing its distributions.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How I’d Turn $14,000 in a TFSA Into a Cash Machine

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian companies generate profitable growth, have sustainable payout ratios, and a proven track record of rewarding shareholders.

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Energy Stocks

Are You Behind on Your RRSP? Here’s What 50-Year-Olds Have

| Sneha Nahata

If your RRSP is behind, increasing contributions and investing to generate solid long-term total-return can help close the gap.

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are 3 Dividend Stocks I’d Lock In My TFSA for Good

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks are backed by fundamentally strong businesses with a solid history of rewarding shareholders.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s a Monthly Dividend Stock Yielding 5% You Should Know About

| Sneha Nahata

This high yield monthly dividend stock can help investors manage recurring expenses or reinvest more frequently.

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Investing

5 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy Right Now

| Sneha Nahata

These stocks offer a mix of growth, income, and stability, while also providing exposure to structural growth opportunities.

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are 5 Dividend Stocks I’d Add to an Income Portfolio

| Sneha Nahata

These fundamentally strong companies generate steady cash flows and maintain sustainable payouts across all economic conditions.

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Investing

Here Are 2 TSX Stocks I’d Use to Supercharge My TFSA

| Sneha Nahata

These TSX stocks have solid fundamentals, expanding market share, and long runways for growth, with potential to deliver solid returns.

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Dividend Stocks

This Is My Top Canadian Dividend Stock, and I’m Never Selling

| Sneha Nahata

The bank’s ability to deliver profitable growth, solid history of payouts, and potential to grow dividends make it a top…

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Dividend Stocks

I’m Trying to Turn $20,000 Into $270 a Quarter in My TFSA

| Sneha Nahata

Hitting a $270 quarterly target requires investing in top dividend payers with sustainable payout ratios and reliable cash flows.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s a TFSA Stock Paying 5.6%, and the Price Is Right This Month

| Sneha Nahata

TFSA investors with a long-term outlook could gradually start accumulating this 5.6% dividend stock for income and growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How I’d Build a Paycheque Portfolio With Just 5 Stocks

| Sneha Nahata

These five financially sound companies will diversify your portfolio and generate regular payouts that supplement your primary income.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s Why This Canadian Dividend Stock Has Unexpected Data Centre Upside

| Sneha Nahata

Brookfield Renewable is a reliable dividend payer and could benefit from rapid expansion of AI-powered data centres.

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Tech Stocks

This Canadian Stock Is Down 29%: I’m Holding for Decades

| Sneha Nahata

While MDA Space stock has lost considerable value, its diversified business positions it well to capitalize on growing space economy.

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Energy Stocks

2 Best Dividend Stocks in Canada for Beginners

| Sneha Nahata

These large-cap stocks are better-positioned to maintain and increase their distributions year after year regardless of market conditions.

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Tech Stocks

2 Canadian Companies Are Cashing In on AI — Not Just Talking About it

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian companies are converting AI driven demand into strong revenue, earnings, and recurring cash flow.

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Dividend Stocks

This Stock Is Trading Near Its Low and Yielding Over 5.5%

| Sneha Nahata

This Canadian stock is trading near its low while offering a high dividend yield of over 5.5%, making it a…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $1,000? Here Are the Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy

| Sneha Nahata

For investors with $1,000 to put to work, these Canadian dividend-paying companies can provide a growing stream of passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

Here Are the 2 Stocks I Rely on for Monthly Passive Income

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian dividend stocks have returned significant cash for years, making them reliable passive-income investments.

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Investing

Could These 3 Canadian Stocks Double in 10 Years?

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks have the financial strength and growth potential to potentially double investors' money by 2036.

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Stock: Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold It This August?

| Sneha Nahata

While valuation concerns may limit near-term upside in Enbridge stock, it remains a high-quality investment for dividend investors.

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Dividend Stocks

Want Income and Growth? Here Are the Best TSX Stocks to Buy

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks have been rewarding investors through reliable dividend payments and above-average capital gains.

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Tech Stocks

Here’s How I’d Double My TFSA Contribution

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian growth stocks have solid prospects and can help TFSA investors to double their contribution room.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s What’s Actually Happening With BCE’s Dividend

| Sneha Nahata

BCE reduced its annualized dividend from $3.99 per share to $1.75 per share last year, but still offers an attractive…

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Dividend Stocks

Why These 3 Canadian Stocks Are “Best in Class” for Dividends

| Sneha Nahata

The resilience of their payouts, solid distribution history, and ability to grow payouts make them top dividend payers.

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Dividend Stocks

A 6.4% Dividend Yield: I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades

| Sneha Nahata

This TSX stock is well positioned to maintain its distributions over the long term, supported by steady demand and growing…

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Dividend Stocks

5 of the Best Dividend Stocks in Canada for 2026

| Sneha Nahata

These five best Canadian dividend stocks have sustainable payouts and are likely to return solid cash to their shareholders in…

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