Banking in Canada can be a murky subject – one that we hope to shed some light on with a series of highly informational articles.
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The Big Five Banks: A Look at the Largest Major Banks in Canada Jan 6th
Canada’s big five banks are among the largest and most respected financial institutions worldwide. And while they dominate the landscape in Canada, their operations extend well beyond our borders. But how big are the Canadian banks, and how do they compare?
In this article, I rank the big five.... More »
Making sense of the markets this week: April 2, 2023 Mar 31st
Kyle Prevost, editor of Million Dollar Journey and founder of the Canadian Financial Summit, shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
Freeland fires again at Canadian Banks
There are several big-picture looks at the important aspects of the Canadian federal budget .... More »
The best credit cards in Canada for 2023 Dec 7th
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Making sense of the markets this week: May 29 May 28th
Million Dollar Journey editor and Canadian Financial Summit founder Kyle Prevost shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
Banking on boring profits
Consistent, proven business models that take advantage of oligopolistic pricing power are often boring. They don’t .... More »
Making sense of the markets this week: October 2 Oct 1st
Kyle Prevost, editor of Million Dollar Journey and founder of the Canadian Financial Summit, shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
Bears are beating the bulls this year, but don’t bulls always win?
As share prices continue to fall faster than earnings in almos.... More »
9 Tips for Safer Online Shopping this Holiday Season
– ratesupermarket.ca
Holidays are time for shopping — but if you’re spending money online, you might want to do a few additional safety checks. There are plenty of opportunities to find deals, but not all is what it seems. Trust your instincts and take these steps to have a positive holiday shopping experience.
1. Use Only Secure Websites
A secure website generally means your personal information, like your address and credit card number, is protected from prying eyes. That can mean less chance you will have your identity or payment information stolen. The best sites use SSL encryption to mask your info. Use only sites with an “https” address; the “https” — instead of “http” — means the added layers of security are in place.
2. Trust Only Secure Payment Methods
When you’re transacting online, even over secure websites, it’s smart to use a credit card or PayPal. These payment methods offer buyer protection in case there’s a disputed charge…