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Brian Paradza, CFA

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

Recent Articles

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Tech Stocks

3 Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why ARM Holdings (NASDAQ:ARM) stock, Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:AMD) stock and another AI stock are primed to generate strong…

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Dividend Stocks

The Top Canadian REITs to Buy in June

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) and another top Canadian REIT are undervalued best buys in June 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

3 No-Brainer Best Dividend Stocks in Canada to Buy With $500 Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Are you craving more cash flow? $500 in one of these best dividend stocks in Canada might deliver a slice…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Market-Beating TSX Stocks That Are Still Buys Today

| Brian Paradza, CFA

goeasy (TSX:GSY) stock has easily beaten the TSX. Together with Celestica (TSX:CLS), the growth stocks could gain much more value…

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Dividend Stocks

Bargain Hunting for Dividends: 3 High-Yield Stocks Haven’t Been This Cheap in Years

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stock's key enterprise value multiple reached a new multi-year low recently. BCE remains a high-yield dividend play while…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

How Materials Stocks Are Reaping the Benefits of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Explosion

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX), Lundin Mining (TSX:LUN), and another TSX materials sector stock could unlock long-term gains on artificial intelligence (AI)…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Is About to Spend $2 Billion on Homegrown AI: 2 Stocks to Reap the Benefits

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's how Canada intends to invest $2.4 billion in artificial intelligence. Nvidia (NSADQ:NVDA) and IBM (NYSE:IBM) stock could benefit.

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Tech Stocks

Nvidia’s Historic Stock Split: Will Investors See Bigger Gains?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nvidia's (NASDAQ:NVDA) record 10:1 stock split entices many investors in several important ways. But some myths aren't technically correct.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Best Stocks to Buy in May 2024: TSX Materials Sector

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A TSX materials sector ETF could help investors gain cheap diversified exposure to the hot sector's stocks – so will…

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Tech Stocks

2 Artificial Intelligence Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) and another well-placed AI stock could drive substantial capital gains over the next decade. Here's how.

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Tech Stocks

Up 51% This Year: This Canadian AI Stock Is Still Down 65% From Its Highs – Time to Buy?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Copperleaf Technologies (TSX:CLPF) stock has shown positive momentum as the AI stock attempts a recovery. Can shares rise 180% to…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Will TransAlta Renewables Pay in Dividends This Year?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TransAlta Corporation’s (TSX:TA) acquisition of TransAlta Renewables stock holds significant implications for income-oriented investors who previously held this monthly dividend…

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Tech Stocks

The Best-Performing TSX Tech Stocks of 2024: Can They Keep Rising?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Celestica (TSX:CLS) stock, Propel Holdings (TSX:PRL) stock, and another Canadian tech stock are rising on AI momentum. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

Top 3 TSX Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts in May 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Following a strong bout of inflation, dividend bumps could cushion income investors’ purchasing power. Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) stock, CT…

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Tech Stocks

Is Nvidia the Next Stock Split?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) may announce a stock split ahead of Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock. Here why you should care.

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Tech Stocks

OpenText Stock Down 14.8% After Earnings: What Investors Need to Know

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Meeting earnings expectations wasn't enough to sustain OpenText (TSX:OTEX) stock price. There's something more for investors to digest.

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Bank Stocks

3 Game-Changers at Canadian Western Bank: How They Impact CWB Stock

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian Western Bank’s business profile is changing, and CWB stock investors could witness positive developments going forward.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a Bulletproof Monthly Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $7,000 in 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

You can make passive income without risking your capital. Here's how the CI High Interest Savings ETF (TSX:CSAV) and other…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top REITs to Buy for Passive Income in 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Canadian investors seeking monthly passive-income payouts may check out Granite REIT (TSX:GRT.UN) and another resilient Canadian REIT paying sustainable distributions…

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Energy Stocks

Have $500? 2 Absurdly Cheap Stocks Long-Term Investors Should Buy Right Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Torex Gold Resources (TSX:TXG) stock and one undervalued TSX energy stock could rise as identified scenarios play out.

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Top TSX Stocks

3 Things About Couche-Tard Stock Every Smart Investor Knows

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) stock may sustain a growth trajectory in two ways. However, smart investors appreciate one growing risk.

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed Stock Could Be Turning a Corner

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Lightspeed Commerce (TSX:LSPD) is making strides towards operating profitability.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $500 Each Month to Create a Passive Income of $266 in 2024

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Regular monthly investments of $500 in the iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF (TSX:XDIV), starting right now in…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 1,430 Shares of This Super Dividend Stock for $1,000/Year in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's how to generate $1,000 in annual passive income with Dream Industrial REIT (TSX:DIR.UN) stock.

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Tech Stocks

Constellation Software’s Heirs: Lumine Group and Topicus Stock Take Flight

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Check out Constellation Software stock's spin-outs Lumine Group (TSXV:LMN) and Topicus.com (TSXV:TOI) stock as they enter high growth mode this…

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will BCE Stock Be in 3 Years?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

BCE stock has dropped to crisis trading levels. Read this if you intend to buy or hold the high yield…

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Energy Stocks

Oil at $90? How These 2 TSX Energy Stocks Could Win Big

| Brian Paradza, CFA

High Brent crude oil prices could punish short-sellers on one small TSX energy stock and fortify Parex Resources (TSX:PXT) stock's…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Royalty: 3 Fabulous Stocks to Buy Now for Decades of Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Rogers Communications stock and Canadian Natural Resources stock could pay you dividends for decades to come.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

If You’d Invested $1,000 in Cameco Stock 5 Years Ago, This Is How Much You’d Have Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Cameco (TSX:CCO) stock still looks undervalued, despite a 258% rally. Can the uranium miner deliver more capital gains to shareholders?

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 382 Shares in This Glorious Dividend Stock and Create $596 in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

A $10,000 investment in the iShares Core MSCI Canadian Quality Dividend Index ETF (TSX:XDIV) could satisfy your passive income needs,…

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Tech Stocks

Constellation Software Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Unveiling the Code: Should you Buy, Hold, or Sell Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock at current levels?

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Tech Stocks

2 Phenomenal Companies That Will Be Massive Winners Regardless of Who Wins the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Arms Race

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's why Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META) stock and another AI stock may continue to thrive, regardless of who dominates the evolving…

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Dividend Stocks

For a Shot at $5,000 in Annual Passive Income, Buy 1,741 Shares of This Stock

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Here's how Canadian utility Emera (TSX:EMA) stock could help dividend investors add reliable passive income streams to retirement portfolios.

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Dividend Stocks

TSX Utilities in March 2024: The Best Stocks to Buy as Interest Rates Hold Steady

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Fortis and AltaGas look like attractive stocks as the Bank of Canada keeps interest rates stable in March 2024.

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Tech Stocks

If You’d Invested $1,000 in Constellation Software Stock 5 Years Ago, This Is How Much You’d Have Now

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Spin-offs add a new layer of investment returns on Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) stock

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Dividend Stocks

1 Construction Stock That Has Created Millionaires and Will Continue to Make More

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Stantec (TSX:STN) stock's post-pandemic rally has been phenomenal. A 2024-2026 strategic plan gives the growth stock more room to run.

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Tech Stocks

2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks That Could Go Parabolic

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Palantir Technologies stock and this tiny Canadian AI stock could rally as their new platforms bring new customers in 2024.

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Dividend Stocks

4 Ways to Grow $100,000 Into $1 Million in Retirement Savings

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Anyone can build a million-dollar retirement portfolio. Here are four ways you could practically grow $100,000 to $1 million.

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Energy Stocks

3 Energy Stocks Already Worth Your While

| Brian Paradza, CFA

TSX energy stocks could shine for much longer. Here's why Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ), Parex Resources (TSX:PXT), and another oil…

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Dividend Stocks

A Lifetime of Passive Income is Hiding in Plain Sight

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Seeking passive income ideas? Check out this Canadian monthly dividend ETF with a juicy 6.8% distribution yield.

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