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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

Tech Stocks

This Growth Stock Has Market-Beating Potential

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is showing signs of revival. However, this growth stock has the potential to give you market-beating returns.

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Tech Stocks

Here’s Why it’s Not Too Late to Buy BlackBerry Stock

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry stock surged 7% last week and is now trading above $4. Is it too late to buy the stock…

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Dividend Stocks

Best Stocks to Buy in May 2024: TSX Telecommunication Services Sector

| Puja Tayal

The telecommunication services sector is currently going through an upheaval. It is a good time to buy these stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Overlooked High-Yielding Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Puja Tayal

When we talk about high-yielding stocks, energy and telecom giants pop up. Here are three high-yielding stocks you could consider…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Magnificent Dividend Stocks I Plan to Add to My TFSA in May

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for some dividend stocks for your May TFSA contributions? You might want to check out these two…

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Dividend Stocks

Bull Market and Beyond: 2 Stocks Just Waiting to Soar

| Puja Tayal

Some TSX stocks are trading near their multi-year lows because of slow economic growth. They are just waiting to soar…

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Dividend Stocks

How Long Would it Take to Turn $95,000 Into $1 Million With TSX Dividend Stocks?

| Puja Tayal

Long-term investing in resilient dividend stocks can help you convert $95,000 into $1 million. Here's how.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Dividend Deals: High Yield vs. Growth Potential

| Puja Tayal

Are you wondering which dividend stock to buy? Here’s a parametre to ponder: higher dividend yield or higher dividend growth?

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy Stock Has Surged 25% in Just 75 Days: Is It Still a Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Suncor stock has surged 25% to above $53 in the last 75 days. Is there more upside or correction for…

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Tech Stocks

Pensioners: Should You Take CPP Payout at 60?

| Puja Tayal

You can collect your CPP payout anytime between 60 and 70. While the average retirement age is 65, circumstances may…

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Tech Stocks

If You’re Not Using This Investing Tactic, You’re Missing Out on Future Wealth

| Puja Tayal

After paying a hefty tax bill, you realize the importance of being tax-free. Here’s an investing strategy for a tax-free,…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a Powerful Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $20,000

| Puja Tayal

It is an opportune time to invest $20,000 and boost passive income. Between higher yields and higher dividend growth, which…

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Dividend Stocks

A 30% Discount on a Magnificent Dividend Stock You Don’t Want to Miss

| Puja Tayal

What does a 30% discount on a magnificent dividend stock mean to your portfolio returns? And why you don't want…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Puja Tayal

Investing in stocks is not always about timing but holding as well. Here are five stocks that you can buy…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $500 in Monthly Passive Income? Buy 5,177 Shares of This TSX Stock 

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to earn $500 in monthly passive income? Consider buying 5,177 shares of this stock and also get…

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Tech Stocks

Nuvei Stock Up 49% As It Goes Private: Is There More Upside?

| Puja Tayal

After almost four years of a rollercoaster ride, Nuvei stock is going off the TSX charts with a private equity…

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s Why Canadian Utilities Is a No-Brainer Dividend Stock

| Puja Tayal

Canadian Utilities stock is down 23% in the last year. Even if it wasn’t down, it is a dividend stock…

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Investing

2 Cheap Stocks to Add to Your TFSA Before They Get Expensive

| Puja Tayal

If you want to buy the dip and sell the rally, these two TSX stocks are a bargain you don’t…

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Dividend Stocks

Telus Stock Is Down to its Pandemic Low of Below $22: How Low Can it Go?

| Puja Tayal

Telus stock is down 37% in two years and is trading near its pandemic low, making investors wonder how low…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock Down 37% to Buy Right Now

| Puja Tayal

This dividend stock is down 37% even after it grew dividends by 7%. You can lock in a 6.95% yield…

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Dividend Stocks

Want to Make $10,000 in Passive Income This Year? Invest $103,000 in These 3 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Can you earn $10,000 in passive income in 2024? You can by investing $103,000 in these ultra-high-yielding stocks.

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Stock Market

Waiting for a Market Pullback With the S&P 500 at All-Time Highs? Here’s Why You Probably Shouldn’t

| Puja Tayal

Are you waiting for a market pullback to invest in stocks? Spending time in the market can give you better…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE’s Stock Price Has Fallen to its 10-Year Low of $44: How Low Can it Go?

| Puja Tayal

BCE stock price has dipped 39% in two years and shows no signs of growth in the next few months.…

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Dividend Stocks

This 6% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Puja Tayal

Can a 6% dividend yield help you build a monthly retirement income? An investment made right can help you build…

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Investing

Where Will Bombardier Stock Be in 3/5/10 Years?

| Puja Tayal

Bombardier stock has surged 410% since December 31, 2020. Here’s what to expect from this stock in the next 3…

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Energy Stocks

TSX Domination: The 6.71% Dividend Stock to Watch 

| Puja Tayal

Dividend stocks dominate the TSX. Amid the large-cap aristocrats, this mid-cap 6.71% dividend stock could diversify your portfolio.

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Energy Stocks

3 Things About Brookfield Renewable Partners Every Smart Investor Knows 

| Puja Tayal

Brookfield Renewable Partners stock dipped 40% from its peak. While the dip might make you apprehensive, here’s what smart investors…

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Investing

Bombardier Rose 15.9% in 90 Days: Here’s Why It’s Still Undervalued

| Puja Tayal

Bombardier stock surged almost 16% in the last 90 days and is still undervalued for a long-term investor. Here’s why.

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Dividend Stocks

If You’d Invested $10,000 in BCE Stock in 2023, This Is How Much You Would Have Today 

| Puja Tayal

BCE stock has dipped 40% in almost two years. Your BCE investment in 2023 might be in the red, but…

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Stock Market

What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This ETF

| Puja Tayal

Are you getting cold feet about investing in stocks? With so many stocks, it can be confusing deciding where to…

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Dividend Stocks

How $250 per Month Can Create $3,000 in Annual Dividend Income

| Puja Tayal

You can start planning for retirement with just a $250 investment every month. All you need is dividend income that…

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Investing

Is Now the Right Time to Buy Air Canada Stock? Here’s My Take

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada stock has surged 9% since March ahead of summer season. Is now the right time to buy the…

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Energy Stocks

Why Shares of Suncor Energy Are Rising This Week

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy's stock price surged 6% to make a new high of $53. Why is the stock rising, and is…

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Investing

Why I Won’t Touch This 18.6%-Yielding Dividend Stock With a 10-Foot Pole 

| Puja Tayal

This stock has a dividend yield of 18.6%. Such unrealistic yields spell risk in capital letters. You should not touch…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Money Do You Need To Retire Worry-Free? 

| Puja Tayal

Are you unsure how much money you should save to retire worry-free? Here is a guide to help you plan…

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Tech Stocks

If You Start Investing Today, When Could You Retire?

| Puja Tayal

Have you given a thought to how you plan to retire? Your decision depends significantly on how much your investments…

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Tech Stocks

Could Investing $20,000 in Nvidia Make You a Millionaire?

| Puja Tayal

Nvidia stock has made investors millionaires in the last 10 years. Is it too late to invest to become a…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Convert a $300 Monthly Investment Into $338 in Monthly Income

| Puja Tayal

If you want a certain amount in monthly passive income, invest a similar amount today and leave the rest to…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Income Stocks With Big Yields to Consider in April 2024

| Puja Tayal

If you haven’t yet made your March investments, here are three income stocks to buy the dip and lock in…

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Tech Stocks

Prediction: 1 Stock That Could Trounce the Market 

| Puja Tayal

The TSX has been favouring tech stocks, but not this one. However, it has the potential to trounce the market…

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