How to invest in Canadian bank ETFs + MORE May 23rd

The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer credit cards and 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). Did you know that there are many other options?
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This Week in RWRDS June 13, 2025: The Summer of Big Bonuses from Amex continues! Earn up to 200,000 points! Jun 14th

This week we look at the huge new welcome bonuses from Amex, the imminent launch of the Wealthsimple Visa Infinite card, getting 20% back in miles with AIR MILES latest redemption event and much more in our weekly credit card and loyalty rewards newscast! Watch This Week in RWRDS here: Listen to Thi.... More »
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Amex Offers: Spend $1,200 on Virgin Atlantic flights & get a $150 statement credit + MORE Sep 23rd

Today we have another travel related promotion from Amex Offers! This time we see Virgin Atlantic added to the program! This is perfect for anyone who has been planning on taking Virgin’s relatively new flights between Toronto and London Heathrow. This offer provides a $150 statement credit wh.... More »

The best GIC rates in Canada for 2025 + MORE Sep 2nd

GIC comparison tool Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance. Why trust us MoneySense is an award-winning magazine, helping Canadians navigate m.... More »
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Air Transat plans new loyalty program with Desjardins and Visa Jan 22nd

Air Transat has announced plans to start a new loyalty program with Desjardins Group and Visa. The launch, planned for the second half of this year, will offer travellers exclusive benefits and an improved experience, the airline said. The announcement comes after Transat suspended its BonBon r.... More »
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EQ Bank aims to become a household name + MORE Feb 20th

Canada’s seventh-largest bank is a lender the vast majority of Canadians have never heard of. It has no branches, credit cards, or wealth management offerings. That could all soon change, says Chadwick Westlake, who became chief executive of EQ Bank last August and already announced a transform.... More »
How to invest in Canadian bank ETFsThough they’re well represented in Canadian stock indices, you can see why some investors would want even more exposure to Canadian banks. They have enviable dividend growth histories and ample current yields. They offer relatively stable earnings that are not vulnerable to global tariffs or supply-chain shocks. For decades (and with support from the regulatory regime), they’ve successfully fended off all competitors that have tried to breach their moats. Plus, their payouts typically qualify for the Canadian dividend tax credit when held in taxable accounts, making them highly tax-efficient. 

But, banks are a different animal than most TSX stocks. Typical valuation metrics like price-to-earnings ratios don’t always apply cleanly because bank earnings are heavily regulated, cyclical and influenced by capital requirements, interest-rate spreads and credit risk—factors that aren’t captured well by earnings multiples alone.

Instead, Canadian investors need to consider balance sheet and risk management metrics…

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