Don’t miss out: Billionaire Larry Fink’s bold investment playbook for thriving in market volatility
There’s plenty of doom and gloom about the global economy right now. But Blackrock’s (BLK) CEO Larry Fink seems to have spotted a silver lining in the midst of the dark clouds. In a recent interview with CNBC’s Jim Cramer, the legendary Blackrock CEO doubled-down on the market’s silver-lining saying: “I’m more optimistic than ever.” […]
Bitcoin and crypto ETFs see surge in interest after Trump election win drives investors to cryptocurrency
Following Donald Trump’s election victory, financial markets experienced a flurry of trading activity, with investors increasingly turning to Bitcoin as a hedge amid heightened political uncertainty. In Canada, more cautious investors turned to Bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Crypto ETFs are accessible and offer investor security within a regulated environment. As a result, crypto […]
How Much Money Should Be In Your Nest Egg at Each Stage of Life?
A comfortable retirement requires a large nest egg — everyone knows that. Just how big depends on a lot of factors like your debts, health and lifestyle (do you plan on traveling each year in luxury, or do you enjoy the quieter aspects of life?) One common rule of thumb holds that you need enough […]
I’m 52, saving at least 10% of my income for retirement — but my husband isn’t saving anything and has no plans to. What should I do?
“Don’t let me hear you say life’s taking you nowhere,” David Bowie crooned in his 1970s hit, “Golden Years”. And the reality is, as your life progresses, your career eventually sunsets. This has Jada, 52, facing the existential dread of retirement even though she doesn’t plan to clock out until she turns 65. Still, she’s […]
Watch out GTA commuters: Dell and Questrade join the list of companies with back-to-office mandates in 2025
The return-to-office (RTO) movement is accelerating across Canada in 2025, with major corporations like Dell and Questrade rolling out RTO orders that are reshaping the work-life balance for thousands of employees. Companies such as Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, Dell Technologies and the Canadian federal government are pushing for increased in-office presence, leaving many workers scrambling to […]
Geopolitical expert Peter Zeihan says aging Americans built a ‘social welfare state’ for themselves without paying for it — now the US will have ‘massive’ deficits as long as boomers live
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Bestselling author and geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan is warning that the U.S. is locked into massive, multi-trillion-dollar deficits for decades — and it’s all because of one generation: baby […]
Over three quarters of Canadians concerned about retirement thanks to inflation
Three quarters of Canadians (76%) are worried they will not have enough money in retirement because of rising inflation. This is according to BMO’s 15th annual retirement survey, which also found 63% of Canadians believe rising prices over the past 12 months have limited their ability to save for retirement. "Many Canadians continue to show […]
Ray Dalio issues dire warning of American ‘debt death spiral’ and highlights serious US dollar risks — but points to this 1 shockproof asset for ‘when bad times come.’ Do you own any?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Hedge-fund billionaire Ray Dalio has a stark warning for America — one that centers on its mounting debt crisis, with national debt standing at $36.22 trillion. In a recent […]
Canadians open to buying local — But not when it comes to streaming services
Canadians may be increasingly open to substituting American products with domestic alternatives, according to a recent Léger poll, their loyalty to US-based streaming services, such as Netflix, remains strong. Whether it’s a perceived lack of alternatives, or loyalty and comfort with existing streaming platforms, Canadians aren’t rushing to tell their neighbours to the south to […]
Our comprehensive guide to Canadian-owned and -made pet foods
Trump’s tariff trade wars are all over the news, and you’re determined to shop Canadian. Well, you’ll be happy to hear that your furry family members can do their part. We’ve put together a comprehensive list of Canadian pet food brands that make it easier to make the switch. To be considered for this list, […]