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Daniel Da Costa

Daniel joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 with years of experience in banking and investing. Growing up the son of a proprietary stock trader and educator, Daniel’s always found joy in helping Canadians to improve their financial situations. With the Motley Fool, Daniel sees an even more rewarding way to impact Canadians positively. A student and great admirer of Warren Buffett, he’s always looking for investments offering growth at a reasonable price. Outside of finance, Daniel enjoys spending his time with family, sailing, and watching Formula One.

Recent Articles

Investing

Is Pizza Pizza Royalty Stock a Buy at $13?

| Daniel Da Costa

Pizza Pizza stock is one of the few companies that has gained value this year. But is the stock still…

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Investing

2 of the Best Canadian REITs to Buy Before They Fully Recover in Price

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian REITs are highly reliable yet offer tonnes of long-term growth potential, making them two of the best…

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Investing

3 of the Best Value Stocks You Can Buy Below $20

| Daniel Da Costa

Although there are plenty of deals on the market today, these three value stocks are some of the best companies…

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Investing

Why Buying Canadian Stocks in Your TFSA Offers Massive Growth Potential

| Daniel Da Costa

The TFSA is one of the most important tools that Canadian investors have to buy stocks and maximize their returns.

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Investing

Value Stocks to Buy: These 2 Stocks Haven’t Been This Cheap in Years

| Daniel Da Costa

There are plenty of cheap stocks to buy in this environment, but these two are some of the very best…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Methods to Decide if a Stock Is a Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to take advantage of the fantastic opportunities in the markets, here are three methods to determine which…

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Bank Stocks

Better Than Banks: Why goeasy Is 1 of the Best Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Bank stocks are typically excellent long-term investments, but right now, this growth stock is so cheap that it's one of…

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Investing

Now Is the Perfect Time to Open a TFSA and Buy Canadian Stocks!

| Daniel Da Costa

With so many high-quality stocks trading cheap lately, now is one of the best opportunities to buy Canadian stocks for…

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Investing

2 No-Brainer Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

There are tonnes of high-potential opportunities in the market today, but these two growth stocks are some of the best…

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Investing

2 Stocks to Buy Offering Better Value Than Air Canada

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada has been a popular stock for years, but despite its low price, these two picks are much better…

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Investing

Is the Stock Market Selloff Over?

| Daniel Da Costa

Throughout this week, many stocks have been gaining value and rebounding from their lows. So, is the stock market selloff…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Simple Strategies That Canadian Investors Can Use to Start Investing in Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are two of the simplest and best investing strategies for Canadians to start investing in stocks today.

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Investing

Aritzia’s Mind-Blowing Numbers Show it’s 1 of the Best Stocks You Can Buy!

| Daniel Da Costa

For years, Aritzia has been growing its operations rapidly, so after the recent pullback in its shares, it's now of…

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Investing

5 Canadian Stocks That Have Gained Value Year to Date

| Daniel Da Costa

Although many Canadian stocks have sold off this year, and by a significant amount, here are five that have actually…

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Investing

Where Do Economists Expect Canadian Housing Prices to Fall Most?

| Daniel Da Costa

Canadian housing prices may be falling -- in some regions, more than others -- but there are still plenty of…

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Investing

3 Reasons BCE Is 1 of the Best Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

In this environment, it's crucial to ensure you own only the very best stocks, which is why BCE is one…

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Investing

3 Canadian ETFs to Buy to Help Navigate the Ongoing Volatility

| Daniel Da Costa

Canadian ETFs are some of the safest investments you can buy, so these three low-volatility ETFs are perfect for today's…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks I Just Bought During the Selloff 

| Daniel Da Costa

There are plenty of high-quality investments to consider today, but these two Canadian dividend stocks are easily among the best.

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Investing

Worried There’s a Recession on the Horizon? Buy These Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Although there is a strong chance that a recession may materialize soon, there are plenty of high-quality stocks to buy…

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Investing

Positive Signs From Canadian REITs Show They Could Be the Best Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

There are plenty of cheap Canadian stocks to buy now, but these two top REITS might just be some of…

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Investing

Best Value Stocks to Buy: This Company Hasn’t Been This Cheap in Years

| Daniel Da Costa

There are many opportunities for investors to buy value stocks today, but after digging into the numbers, it's clear this…

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Investing

2 of the Best Canadian Midstream Energy Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to buy high-quality energy stocks that are reliable and that you can hold for years, here are…

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Investing

2 Canadian REITs to Buy That Just Increased Their Distributions

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian REITs are some of the best to buy offering both long-term growth potential and growing distributions.

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Investing

2 Canadian Growth Stocks You’ll Regret Not Buying on the Dip

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking for top growth stocks to take advantage of the market selloff and buy on the dip, here…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Buying High-Yield Dividend Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're considering buying high-yield stocks for your portfolio, especially in this environment, here's what to consider first.

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Investing

Do You Have Cash Sitting in Your TFSA? Now Is a Great Time to Buy Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

If you have cash in your TFSA that you're looking to invest, now is a great time to buy high-quality…

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Investing

2 Defensive Growth Stocks to Buy on Any Pullback 

| Daniel Da Costa

Stocks will periodically pull back for different reasons, and when these two defensive growth stocks do, they'll be some of…

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Stocks for Beginners

Are Stock Buybacks a Positive Sign?

| Daniel Da Costa

Stock buybacks have become increasingly popular in recent years, but are they always a positive sign for investors?

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Dividend Stocks

How to Buy Safe and Reliable Dividend Stocks in This Highly Volatile Market

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to shore up your portfolio with safe dividend stocks, here's what to look for before you pull…

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Investing

Is Brookfield Infrastructure Stock Worth a Buy in May 2022?

| Daniel Da Costa

Brookfield Infrastructure trades less than 10% off its high, yet it might still be one of the best stocks to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy Now While They Still Offer High Yields

| Daniel Da Costa

These Canadian dividend stocks have sold off lately and now offer incredibly attractive yields, making them some of the best…

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Investing

Don’t Miss the Opportunity to Buy These 5 Canadian Growth Stocks Ultra Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

There are several bargains to consider in today's environment, but these five Canadian growth stocks are some of the very…

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Dividend Stocks

WOW! This Canadian Dividend Stock Is Incredibly Cheap

| Daniel Da Costa

While there are lots of opportunities for investors in the market today, one of the best to buy now is…

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With Inflation Surging, Is K-Bro Linen a Good Defensive Stock to Buy?

| Daniel Da Costa

K-Bro Linen has a tonne of recovery potential and the ability to maintain its margins.

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Stock Market Selloff: How to Invest in Canadian Stocks During Heightened Uncertainty

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite the market volatility and fears of a potential recession on the horizon, here's how to buy Canadian stocks with…

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2 Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Offering Unique Exposure to Real Estate

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top Canadian dividend stocks offer attractive exposure to real estate but are also some of the best stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Reliable Passive Income? 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to find high-quality dividend stocks to buy that can return reliable passive income, here are two of…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

No Matter What Gold Prices Do, This Is 1 of the Best Stocks to Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're uncertain about this environment and want a safe investment to buy, this is easily one of the best…

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Stocks for Beginners

This High-Yield Dividend Stock Is Perfect for New Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's a stock for new investors to buy for their portfolios but also to help them learn how to analyze…

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Investing

Forget Air Canada: 2 Dividend Stocks to Buy Offering Much Better Value

| Daniel Da Costa

While Air Canada stock may look cheap, it still faces several headwinds. Instead, these two dividend stocks offer much better…

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