Tech giant Nvidia’s market shake-up: What investors should know — and do — after the $277 billion drop
Nvidia Corporation, a titan in the semiconductor industry, has recently experienced significant fluctuations in its market valuation, underscoring the volatile nature of the technology sector. In January 2025, the company faced an unprecedented single-day market capitalization loss of approximately $600 billion, primarily due to emerging competition from Chinese startup DeepSeek. Despite this setback, Nvidia’s strategic…
Many Canadian entrepreneurs are forging ahead despite a worrisome economy
Despite the constant talk of tariffs, recession and inflation, many Canadian entrepreneurs are doubling down in investments and sales on their attempt to break big. A new survey from small business management platform Ownr reveals how 86% of Canadian entrepreneurs financed their business using non-revenue related sources such as personal income and savings, funds from…
What you should know before you choose auto insurance in Canada
You’ve spent days researching and you think you’ve finally found the perfect car for you. You’re ready to drive it off the lot and into freedom. There’s just one slight snag: You can’t drive your dream car anywhere because you don’t have auto insurance. Auto insurance is one of those pesky financial necessities in life.…
Ontario landlord faces costly battle to evict tenant amid property damage and legal delays
In Ontario, a landlord’s journey to reclaim their property can be fraught with unexpected challenges, as illustrated by a recent case in Hamilton. According to a CBC News report, a landlord faced significant hurdles when attempting to evict a tenant who had caused extensive damage to the property. The situation underscores the complexities and potential…
‘I’m tired of Elon Musk’: This Tesla owner is trading in his Model Y because he’s ‘embarrassed to drive it’ — here’s how to effectively manage disputes with your dealership
After almost three years of owning a Tesla Model Y, Joe Romer is looking to trade it in because he’s no longer a fan of Elon Musk. “I’m tired of Elon Musk and all of his garbage,” Romer told CNN, sharing his reason for wanting to trade in his car. “I’m getting rid of [my…
Barrie collector sells rare Spider-Man comic for $30K, highlighting value of vintage collectibles
A rare comic book featuring the first appearance of Spider-Man has been sold for $30,000 in Barrie, highlighting the lucrative market for vintage collectibles. Marc Sims, the owner of Big B Comics on Essa Road, recently completed the sale of a copy of Amazing Fantasy No. 15, a 1962 issue that introduced the web-slinging superhero.…
“We are in an economic war right now”: Canadian auto union braces for impact of newly-announced 25% tariffs on all vehicle imports into the US
The head of a union representing more than 20,000 Canadian auto workers sounded the alarm on how Canada has entered an “economic war” with the US following the rollout of a 25% tariff on imported vehicles that she believes is designed to “steal jobs from our country.” Unifor National President, Lana Payne, took to CP24…
New Brunswick lottery winner claims $5M prize — What to do if you hit a windfall
A New Brunswick resident is celebrating a life-changing moment after winning a $5-million Lotto 6/49 jackpot. The lucky ticket was purchased online through the Atlantic Lottery Corporation’s website, making the winner one of the latest Canadians to strike it rich through digital lottery sales. The winner, who has chosen to remain anonymous, was stunned when…
Is homeownership still a pipe dream? Home affordability slipped further in 12 of 13 major markets, report shows
While the Bank of Canada interest rate has dipped over the past few months, home affordability slipped further in January, as rising prices raised the income needed for a mortgage in 12 of 13 major markets, according to a report by Ratehub. This marks the second month in a row where affordability declined. Prior to…
Nearly half of Canadians are feeling burnt out
The relentless push of hustle culture and the grind mentality dominates social media, but at the end of the day, we’re only human— and an unbalanced work-life dynamic can take a serious toll. A new survey from Robert Half suggests that many Canadians are feeling the strain, with nearly half reporting symptoms of burnout. "In…
