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Author: Brian Paradza, CFA

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Brian is an investment writer and a Chartered Financial Analyst. He is an investing enthusiast who has regularly contributed to The Motley Fool Canada since 2017. He is also a contributor to TipRanks (www.tipranks.com). His work has been featured on InvestorPlace (www.investorplace.com) as well. You can follow Brian on X (formally Twitter) @brianparadza

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Dividend Stocks

Is SmartCentres REIT a Buy for Its Yield?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

SmartCentres REIT's (TSX:SRU.UN) juicy 7.1% yield and Walmart partnership could be a smart play as interest rates drop in Canada.

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Dividend Stocks

Is ATD Stock a Buy Right Now?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian retail giant ATD sees a 14% stock decline amid ambitious Japanese acquisition bid. Is this dip a buying opportunity…

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Bank Stocks

Where Will TD Bank Stock Be in 1 Year?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Can TD Bank stock overcome its $4.3 billion AML fine and an asset cap? The next year will be critical.

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Dividend Stocks

This Simple Dividend ETF Could Turn $500 a Month Into a $77,000 TFSA

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's how investing $500 a month in a TFSA for 10 years could grow into a $77,000 dividend portfolio that…

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Top TSX Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now With $7,000

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Discover two shining stars among the top TSX stocks of 2024. Hammond Power Solutions (TSX:HPS.A) and one glittering gold stock…

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Energy Stocks

Is TC Energy Stock a Buy for its 6 Percent Dividend Yield?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Income investors beware! The dividend yield on TC Energy (TSX:TRP) stock could be much lower than 6% going forward. Here's…

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks That Have Created Millionaires, and May Continue to Do so

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Unlock the secrets of millionaire-maker stocks and start building your fortune today. goeasy (TSX:GSY) and another TSX stock remain great…

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Tech Stocks

Is Nvidia’s Growth Sustainable?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nvidia stock soars 1,069% in 2 years. Is this AI chip titan's growth sustainable, or are we witnessing a bubble…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Financial Stocks to Buy Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Unlock hidden gems in Canada's booming stock market! Discover two top financial stocks poised to skyrocket your portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $7000 in This Dividend Stock to Make $600 in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Looking to make monthly passive income? Timbercreek Financial (TSX:TF) stock's 8.6% dividend yield could turn into a steady stream of…

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Energy Stocks

3 Must-Buy Energy Stocks for Canadians in October

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Top Canadian energy stocks are heating up this October. Secure your share of the potential gains now.

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Tech Stocks

Why AI Stocks Should Be in Every Canadian Investor’s Portfolio

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Ride the AI wave! Canadian investors, don't miss out on the AI revolution. Learn why AI stocks belong in your…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Canadian Natural Resources Stock a Good Buy?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Discover why Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) stock is a powerhouse of dividends and your portfolio's energy boost for decades to…

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Dividend Stocks

Is BCE Stock a Buy for its 8.6% Dividend Yield?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

BCE stock's 8.6% dividend yield dazzles, but is it fool's gold? Uncover the risks and potential rewards of this telecom…

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Dividend Stocks

Invest in These TFSA Stocks to Sail Into a Serene Retirement

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Placing Canadian REITs and income trusts in a TFSA unlocks their full income potential for retirement compared to other options.

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2 Monster Stocks That Could Create Generational Wealth

| Brian Paradza, CFA

From transformers to skyscrapers, these two Canadian growth stocks are powering up investors' portfolios. Stantec (TSX:STN) is one of them.

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Tech Stocks

Could This Undervalued Stock Make You a Millionaire One Day?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Time could be running out for Lightspeed Commerce (TSX:LSPD) stock to recover and print new millionaire investors...

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Dividend Stocks

This Undervalued Dividend Stock is Worth Buying Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) stock is an undervalued dividend dynamo that investors can count on. here's why ...

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $10,000 in This Dividend Stock for $555.36/Year in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Dividend investors may spread one investment over 304 assets with this Canadian REIT and receive steady monthly distributions with low…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Could TELUS Stock Pay in Dividends This Year?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TELUS (TSX:T) stock takes good care of income-oriented investors, and its dividend yield could exceed 7% for 2025

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Energy Stocks

Gold Stocks vs Oil Stocks: Where Canadians Should Invest for the Rest of 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Gold's momentum looks strong for the rest of 2024, especially with economic uncertainties. But don't write off oil stocks yet…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy in September: Passive-Income Plays or Growth Stocks?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

This Exchange-Traded Fund could offer both monthly passive income and growth potential for investors unsure about the best stocks to…

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Bank Stocks

TD Bank Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold Right Now?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) stock is at a crossroads. Recent growth and steady dividends attract buyers to TD Bank stock, but…

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Dividend Stocks

Which TSX Stock is the Best Buy Today?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why TELUS (TSX:T) stock is a compelling dividend investment as the Bank of Canada hits inflation targets and interest…

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Bank Stocks

1 Magnificent TSX Dividend Stock Down 10.3% to Buy and Hold Forever

| Brian Paradza, CFA

The Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) stock is undergoing a temporary weakness. Here's why you can buy it for its 5.3%…

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Dividend Stocks

RBC Stock’s Path to Doubling Your Investment: A Decade-Long Perspective

| Brian Paradza, CFA

The Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) or RBC stock has more than doubled investors' capital in 10 years and may…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Stocks Down 31% and 33% to Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Cameco (TSX:CCO) stock is primed for a strong recovery into 2025, while analysts tip this beaten-down Canadian artificial intelligence stock…

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Tech Stocks

Celestica Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Celestica (TSX:CLS) stock looks too cheap to ignore for this class of investors right now. But there are some reasons…

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Tech Stocks

This Stock Is Getting Ridiculously Oversold

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) stock's 60% year-to-date decline presents a trading opportunity for patient contrarian investors

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investors: The Best AI Stocks for Tax-Advantaged Accounts

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Kinaxis (TSX:KXS) stock has pivoted to an AI-infused growth focus, and this other AI stock could invigorate your TFSA.

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Tech Stocks

Can Constellation Software Stock Reach $10,000 in 10 Years?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock could steadily grow from here. Could investors see a $10,000 price by 2034?

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Energy Stocks

1 Incredibly Cheap Energy Stock to Buy Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

An 8.9% dividend yield and stable production make Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) stock an attractive undervalued TSX energy stock to buy…

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Tech Stocks

How to Buy ChatGPT Stock in Canada

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors can buy AI stocks in three ways. The third option offers diversified access to several stocks ChatGPT rejuvenated…

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Dividend Stocks

This 5.8%-Yielding Dividend Stock is a Top Option for Safe Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Extendicare (TSX:EXE) stock's 5.8% dividend could help pay monthly bills for decades to come

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 667 Shares of This Top Dividend Stock for $100/Month in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Allied Properties REIT (TSX:AP.UN) could reward investors with a 10.7% passive income yield – and offer more than 100% potential…

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Dividend Stocks

Best Stocks to Buy in August: TSX Real Estate Sector

| Brian Paradza, CFA

One of the best TSX real estate sector stocks to buy this month has a 43% potential upside.

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Tech Stocks

How to Invest in C3.ai Stock in Canada

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors could ride C3.ai (NYSE:AI) stock's wild swings for profit in September. Here's why, and how.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much to Invest to Get $500 in Dividends Every Month

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian REITs are doing well as interest rates fall. The BMO Equal Weight REITs Index ETF (TSX:ZRE) and another ETF…

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Tech Stocks

2 AI Stocks That Could Dominate the Rest of 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) stock has taken a breather. Here's why Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and another AI stock could dominate news (and returns)…

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Tech Stocks

1 Stock I’d Drop From the Magnificent 7, and 1 I’d Add

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why I'd drop Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) from the Magnificent Seven stock list, and add Broadcom (NASDAQ:AVGO) instead.

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