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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

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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Stocks for Beginners

3 TFSA Hacks That Could Make You a Millionaire

| Puja Tayal

Do you want a $1 million without worrying about the tax bill? These TFSA hacks could help you become a…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Ultra-High-Yield Telco Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

| Puja Tayal

Telco stocks are trading near their multi-year lows. It is an opportune time to buy them hand over fist and…

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