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Author: Puja Tayal

Puja Tayal has been writing for Motley Fool Canada since 2020. Her love for writing inspired her to start a college newsletter. With a Bachelors's degree in Finance and Accounting and CFA Level 1, Puja strives to transform stock discussions into breakfast table chats through her articles. A movie buff and a finance geek, Puja weaves superheroes, cartoons, and novels to tell you a story touching different aspects of investing, from portfolio and tax planning to retirement savings. Follow her on Twitter for more stories.

Recent Articles

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Retirement

Don’t Delay Your Retirement: Your TFSA Can Match CPP’s Best Payout Today

| Puja Tayal

Before delaying your retirement for a higher taxable CPP payout, consider other tax-free retirement income options like TFSA payouts.

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy for Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

Are you building a passive income portfolio that can beat inflation and provide higher purchasing power? You could consider buying…

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Dividend Stocks

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy for Dividend Growth

| Puja Tayal

Dividend growth stocks can be a good option to build a passive income that beats inflation and improves buying power.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Real Estate Sector Stocks for Canadian Investors in 2025 

| Puja Tayal

The Canadian real estate sector could see modest growth in 2025, but its long-term secular demand remains intact.

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Retirement

Top TSX Retiree-Friendly Stocks to Own in 2025

| Puja Tayal

Amidst the volatility around Trump tariffs, these three retiree-friendly TSX stocks can provide stable income and resilient growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Power Up Your Defences: Canadian Utility ETFs for Steady Income

| Puja Tayal

It is time to power up your defence strategy to withstand market uncertainty around a looming trade war with Canadian…

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Energy Stocks

Trump Tariffs: Are Canadian Energy Stocks Still a Safe Haven for Investors?

| Puja Tayal

Trump tariffs have put Canadian energy stocks in the limelight. These stocks have outperformed post-pandemic. Can they continue doing so?

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Dividend Stocks

BCE and Telus: How Canadian Telecom Giants Provide Stability in Volatile Markets 

| Puja Tayal

The U.S.-China trade war has increased market volatility. Amid the uncertainty, telecom giants BCE and Telus can offer stable returns.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Mega Trend Shaping Canadian Investments for 2025

| Puja Tayal

2025 is different in many aspects. The Canadian investment landscape is being reshaped in a new direction. You can hop…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Puja Tayal

Telus stock is moving in the opposite direction to the TSX Composite Index. Is it a buy, sell, or hold…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 2,096 Shares of This Top Dividend Stock for $218/Month in Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

Dividend stocks can provide some stability in these uncertain times where a looming trade war raises fears of rising prices.

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Tech Stocks

Celestica Stock Trading at All-Time High: What’s Next?

| Puja Tayal

Celestica stock is beating Nvidia, surging 1,358% since October 2022. Today, it is trading at its all-time high. Is there…

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Tech Stocks

2 Growth Stocks That Could Turn $10,000 Into $24,800 by 2030

| Puja Tayal

These resilient growth stocks could grow your money.

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Tech Stocks

2 TSX Stocks to Buy and 2 to Avoid in the Looming Trade War

| Puja Tayal

The looming U.S.-Canada trade war has changed the business environment. Here are some TSX stocks to buy and avoid in…

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Energy Stocks

2 Sectors That Could Take a Big Hit in a U.S.-Canada Trade War

| Puja Tayal

The potential of a U.S.-Canada trade war has sent shockwaves in the TSX. A few sectors could face the biggest…

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Energy Stocks

Dividend Investors: Top Canadian Energy Stocks for February

| Puja Tayal

Are Canadian energy stocks worth considering amid the threat of import tariffs from the United States? Let's find the answer.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

How Investors Should Think About the Drop in the Canadian Dollar

| Puja Tayal

The Canadian dollar has dropped to a 21-year low against the U.S. dollar. Is there an investment opportunity?  

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Dividend Stocks

7% Yield: 2 Income Stocks to Buy in February

| Puja Tayal

After 10 years of compounding, a 7% yield can give you a monthly payout equivalent to your monthly investment today.

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Stock Market

Where to Invest Your $7,000 TFSA Contribution 

| Puja Tayal

The U.S. and Canada trade war is signaling a year of economic downturn. Where could you invest TFSA money in…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Major Red Flags the CRA Is Watching for Every TFSA Holder

| Puja Tayal

The TFSA is an attractive investing tool to earn tax-free investment income. However, beware of these red flags that could…

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Tech Stocks

Meet the Canadian Stock That Continues to Crush the Market 

| Puja Tayal

It's normal to beat the market once or twice while riding a trend. But this stock has been crushing the…

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Dividend Stocks

TSX on the Rise: 2 Momentum Stocks to Buy Immediately 

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index started marching upwards in mid-January. Among the stocks that rallied, a few are picking up momentum.

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Tech Stocks

Got $3,000? 2 Monster Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now Without Hesitation 

| Puja Tayal

Do not wait for the right time to invest. Invest when you have money. If you have $3,000 to invest,…

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Investing

Cineplex Stock is Up 54%? Is It a Buy or a Sell?  

| Puja Tayal

Cineplex stock has surged 54% since July 2024, when interest rate cuts began. Will there be more upside to this…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Canadian Stocks to Lock in Your TFSA Forever 

| Puja Tayal

Are you planning your TFSA investing strategy for 2025? Here are a few Canadian stocks you could add to your…

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry Stock Is up 80%? Is it a Buy or a Sell?

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry stock has surged 80% in the last two months. Is it a target of a short sale or fundamentals…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Magnificent Canadian Dividend Stock Down 39% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Puja Tayal

This stock is a magnificent dividend stock that can withstand crises, generate wealth, and give inflation-adjusted annual payouts is down…

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Tech Stocks

Why Hive Could Be the Best Stock to Buy in January 

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin is trading at its all-time high. However, Hive’s stock continues to trade in the lower range, creating a buying…

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Stock Market

2 Canadian Stocks That Showed Remarkable Growth in 2024 

| Puja Tayal

Stocks making multi-year losses suddenly delivered remarkable growth in 2024. What should you do with such stocks?

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Stock Market

1 Mega Trend Shaping Canadian Investments for 2025 

| Puja Tayal

2025 has brought some interesting developments in the macroeconomic landscape that are shaping a mega trend for Canadian investors.

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Dividend Stocks

7.9% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades 

| Puja Tayal

Now is a good time to buy this 7.9% dividend stock and hold it for decades. It could be a…

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Stock Market

Canadian Stocks That Surprised Investors in 2024 

| Puja Tayal

The year 2024 was a mixed bag of predictable growth and surprises. Three Canadian stocks surged 30-50% in a year…

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Tech Stocks

Dye & Durham Stock Is Down: Should You Buy the Dip or Run for Cover? 

| Puja Tayal

Dye & Durham stock is down more than 25% in just one month. Is this dip an opportunity to buy…

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Stocks for Beginners

3 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy Under $50

| Puja Tayal

A $50 investment every month or every week can buy you one share of these three stocks, and earn you…

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Tech Stocks

If I Could Only Buy 2 Stocks in 2025, These Would Be My Top Picks

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks you can buy in 2025 and be confident of good returns? Consider buying these two…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Incredibly Cheap Canadian Growth Stocks to Buy Before It’s Too Late

| Puja Tayal

Buying cheap stocks needs patience and a long-term investment approach. Only then can they give you extraordinary returns.

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Tech Stocks

Got $3,000? 2 Monster Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now Without Hesitation 

| Puja Tayal

Here is a method to identify monster growth stocks in which you can invest $3,000 and let your money grow…

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Tech Stocks

Could This Undervalued Canadian Stock Be a Millionaire-Maker? 

| Puja Tayal

Futuristic growth stocks can be your ticket to millionaire status.

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Dividend Stocks

Where Will BCE Stock Be in 5 Years? 

| Puja Tayal

BCE stock has more than halved in almost three years. Where will the stock be in the next five years?…

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Dividend Stocks

It’s Time to Buy: 1 Canadian Stock That Hasn’t Been This Cheap in Years

| Puja Tayal

Telus stock is trading at its 2016 levels, creating an exciting buying opportunity.

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