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The best travel credit cards in Canada for 2024
From points to perks, a good travel credit card can make your trip more affordable, more comfortable and even more secure.

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The best rewards credit cards in Canada for 2024
Rewards credit cards help you earn cash back or points, which can be redeemed toward groceries, travel, merchandise, gift cards and more.

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Bank earnings strong despite hikes in provisions

This week, Canada’s Big Five banks (six with National Bank) reported earnings for the three months ending January 31, 2023. All six reported significant increases in provisions for credit losses (PCLs), as homeowners and other borrowers struggled with inflation and the impact of higher interest rates. (Provisions for credit losses represent a bank’s estimate of loans at risk of defaulting. PCLs reduce the bank’s earnings.)

Canadian bank earnings highlights
Here’s how Canadian banks performed in the three months ending January 31, 2024.

Bank of Montreal (BMO/TSX): Adjusted earnings per share of $2…

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The best no-fee credit cards in Canada for 2024
From cash back to rewards points (and perks like no foreign transaction fees), here's a list of Canada's best no fee cards.

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The best cash back credit cards in Canada for 2024
Maximize your spending power by earning cash back on every dollar you spend. We’ve curated a list of Canada’s best cash back cards – from no fee cards to premium perk-filled cards.

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