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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.

Recent Articles

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Investing

Bird Construction Stock Has Soared: Is the Stock a Buy Now?

| Sneha Nahata

Bird Construction trades at a forward price-to-earnings multiple of 18.6, which is still reasonable considering its solid growth.

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources Stock Is Up 59% in 2026: Is It Too Late to Buy?

| Sneha Nahata

With growing production, relatively low operating costs, and strong pricing, Canadian Natural is likely to deliver solid total gains.

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Investing

You Don’t Need 100 Stocks: You Need These 3

| Sneha Nahata

Concentrating on a few high-quality companies with solid growth prospects make it easier to build a resilient portfolio for creating…

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Tech Stocks

Celestica Stock Has Basically Doubled in the Past Year: Is It Too Late to Buy?

| Sneha Nahata

While dilution and a potential slowdown in AI spending remain risks, Celestica’s diversified business offers some protection.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Inflation Rate Stays Put at 3%: Here Are Some of the Stocks Most Affected by Elevated Rates

| Sneha Nahata

A prolonged period of higher interest rates can weigh heavily on corporate profitability, especially for businesses with significant debt.

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Tech Stocks

Hey, Silicon Valley: Canadian Tech Stocks Just Delivered a 981% Average Return

| Sneha Nahata

The 2026 TSX30 list features five Canadian technology companies whose average return reached an extraordinary 981%.

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Dividend Stocks

Want Monthly Cash Flow? This 6.9% Dividend Stock Delivers

| Sneha Nahata

This TSX stock offers reliable monthly cash. It has a solid dividend payment history and currently offers a yield of…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks That Increase Payments Over Time

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks regularly raise dividends and are a reliable investment to generate a growing income stream.

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Retirement

Retirees: 2 TSX Dividend Stocks You Can Probably Hold for 10 Whole Years

| Sneha Nahata

These TSX dividend socks have sustainable payouts and are better positioned to deliver reliable income and growth over time.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Canadian Stocks I’d Load Into My TFSA Without Hesitation

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks offer reliable income and have the potential to deliver solid capital gains, making them to bets to…

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Energy Stocks

Oil Price Spike: Is it Too Late to Buy Enbridge Stock?

| Sneha Nahata

While higher oil prices create a positive backdrop for energy stocks, they aren't necessarily the main reason to buy Enbridge.

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Investing

Trump’s Alcohol Ban Will Hit This Canadian Producer: What Corby Investors Need to Know

| Sneha Nahata

The strength of Corby’s domestic business has helped offset some of the potential weakness associated with U.S. exports.

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Energy Stocks

Tenaz Energy Stock Is Up 1,463% in 3 Years on This One Growth Strategy

| Sneha Nahata

Tenaz Energy has earned a spot on the 2026 TSX30 list, driven by an impressive three-year return of 1,463%.

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Dividend Stocks

New to Investing? Start With This Canadian Dividend Stock

| Sneha Nahata

This Canadian stock has a proven record of paying dividends and consistently raising their payouts in the years ahead.

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Investing

3 TSX Stocks Under $100 With Big Potential

| Sneha Nahata

These TSX stocks are backed by solid fundamentals and have exposure to sectors with favourable long-term trends.

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Investing

2 Undervalued Stocks Worthy of a TFSA Investment Now

| Sneha Nahata

These stocks have pulled back significantly, appear undervalued relative to their growth potential and could deliver solid returns.

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Investing

2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $2,000

| Sneha Nahata

These top Canadian stocks have the potential to deliver solid growth and outperform the broader equity market by a wide…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Build a Strong Canadian Income Portfolio

| Sneha Nahata

While no dividend is guaranteed, these companies have shown their ability to generate resilient cash flows and return capital.

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Dividend Stocks

I’d Put My Whole 2026 TFSA Contribution Into this 5.5% Passive-Income Payer

| Sneha Nahata

This passive-income payer has raised its dividend every year since 1995. Moreover, it has room to increase its dividend in…

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Dividend Stocks

Why This Dividend Giant’s 17% Drop Is Worth Investor Attention

| Sneha Nahata

The company’s underlying fundamentals remain resilient positioning it well to keep growing its dividend by 5%–9% annually.

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Dividend Stocks

What’s Actually Going On With Telus’s Dividend?

| Sneha Nahata

Telus’s dividend cut is likely to strengthen its financial position and enable it to maintain a sustainable payout ratio.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Canadian Stocks That Keep Raising Their Dividends

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks are likely to deliver profitable growth and return more capital to shareholders through higher dividends.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Comfortably Hold for the Next 5 Years

| Sneha Nahata

While no dividend is guaranteed, these companies have shown their ability to generate resilient cash flows and return capital.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best $21,000 TFSA Approach for Canadian Investors

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks are well-positioned to deliver solid capital gains and return significant cash through higher dividend payments.

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Investing

The Only 4 Canadian Stocks I’d Hold Forever

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks have the potential to outperform the broader market and create significant wealth over the years.

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Investing

2 Undervalued Canadian Stocks Primed for Big Returns

| Sneha Nahata

These Canadian stocks look undervalued relative to their growth prospects, with strong demand positioning them for big returns.

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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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