The “Big Five” Canadian banks include Royal Bank of Canada, Toronto Dominion Bank (TD Canada Trust), Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC). Are there other viable options?
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Scotiabank profit rise pushes big bank profits up 20% to almost $10B this quarter + MORE May 30th
Scotiabank boosted its second-quarter net income by 30 per cent to $2.06 billion, in a period that saw all of the country's biggest banks shrug off concerns about high house prices and overstretched borrowers..... More »
Making sense of the markets this week: June 2, 2024 May 31st
Kyle Prevost, creator of 4 Steps to a Worry-Free Retirement, Canada’s DIY retirement planning course, shares financial headlines and offers context for Canadian investors.
RBC and National Bank continue to lead the pack
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Swiss police say they've caught Canada's Vaulter bandit - The Globe and Mail + MORE Sep 16th
The Globe and MailSwiss police say they've caught Canada's Vaulter banditThe Globe and MailCanada's most notorious bank robber, known as the Vaulter, might have had a past life, as someone known in the United States as the Reebok Bandit. For more than five years, a grey-haired man had.... More »
Big banks set to reveal quarterly profits as NAFTA fears and rate hikes loom Aug 21st
The big Canadian banks are set to reveal their quarterly earnings over the next week, and investors will take a close look to see whether anxiety over higher interest rates and an uncertain trade environment are hurting the economy's prospects..... More »
Do BoC rates impact you? 10 questions answered + MORE Mar 9th
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Eight times a year, the Bank of Canada sets its key interest rate. This is a fancy way of saying it establishes an overnight target interest which is then used by banks to set the prime rate. This prime rate establishes how much it will cost to borrow, whether it’s a mor.... More »
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Happy holidays! We at RateSupermarket.ca hope you’re having a safe and festive season!
Now that the gifts are unwrapped and the family fed, your waistband likely feels fuller than your bank account – and unlike Rudolph’s nose, no one wants a red credit card statement. Need to get your savings back on track? Check out our rankings below for the best savings, chequing and GIC accounts in Canada.
In Savings: Money Lessons Learned from Classic Holiday Movies
Snuggling up to watch classic holiday movies is a must during the Christmas season – but did you know your seasonal faves offer financial lessons, along with all the heartwarming family fare?
Check out our favourite festive money moments.
Read Andrew’s Blog | Money Lessons Learned from Classic Holiday Movies
In Personal Finance: Top Tips for Boxing Day Shopping
Black Friday might be gaining popularity, but Boxing Day is still the top shopping day in Canada. Planning to hit the malls? Here’s what you need to know to shop smart for retailer discounts – and how to find the real deals…
Now that the gifts are unwrapped and the family fed, your waistband likely feels fuller than your bank account – and unlike Rudolph’s nose, no one wants a red credit card statement. Need to get your savings back on track? Check out our rankings below for the best savings, chequing and GIC accounts in Canada.
In Savings: Money Lessons Learned from Classic Holiday Movies
Snuggling up to watch classic holiday movies is a must during the Christmas season – but did you know your seasonal faves offer financial lessons, along with all the heartwarming family fare?
Check out our favourite festive money moments.
Read Andrew’s Blog | Money Lessons Learned from Classic Holiday Movies
In Personal Finance: Top Tips for Boxing Day Shopping
Black Friday might be gaining popularity, but Boxing Day is still the top shopping day in Canada. Planning to hit the malls? Here’s what you need to know to shop smart for retailer discounts – and how to find the real deals…
