The “Big Five” Canadian banks offer investment funds 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). Let’s explore the best place for you to invest.
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What is the price of gold in Canada? And more about gold investing Apr 10th
Amidst the gyrations of mega-cap technology stocks and cryptocurrencies over the past year, a stodgy old standby has notched a number of new highs. Gold almost hit USD$3,200 per ounce in early April. It is up 27% over the last 12 months in U.S. dollars and more in Canadian dollars.
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Is semi-retirement stressful? You bet—here’s what to do about it + MORE Jul 26th
One of my semi-retirement philosophies is that reducing stress can sometimes be more important than maximizing revenue. Assuming you’re self-employed in semi-retirement, as I am, you may find yourself juggling multiple clients and conflicting demands on your limited time and energy.
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Nvidia shares up 13% on earnings and bullish outlook on A.I. - CNBC Feb 23rd
Nvidia shares up 13% on earnings and bullish outlook on A.I. CNBCNVIDIA beats on EPS, says A.I. is at an inflection point CNBC TelevisionAI Mania Propels Nvidia Value by Nearly $200 Billion This Year BNN BloombergA.I. application has 'been the story all along' for Nv.... More »
How to move out of your parents’ house and not go completely broke + MORE Apr 16th
For a smooth transition, writes Lesley-Anne Scorgie, set up separate banking accounts, make a budget and pay yourself first with a small investment account..... More »
Making sense of the markets this week: January 1, 2023 + MORE Dec 30th
Kyle Prevost, editor of Million Dollar Journey and founder of the Canadian Financial Summit, shares financial headlines of the week and offers context for Canadian investors.
Before looking ahead to 2023, I just want to give a big “Thank you” to writer Dale Roberts and our editorial team, inc.... More »
Canada’s Artisan Candy Companies Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
– canadianbusiness.com
Candy is big business. Confectionery companies with operations in Canada are projected to earn nearly US$16 billion in revenue by the end of 2022, and the market is expected to grow by more than 30 per cent in the next five years. Big Sugar dominates (Nestlé, PepsiCo and Mondelez are among the top players), but what’s most interesting about the category’s recent history is the rise of homegrown sugar-centric entrepreneurs—those putting Instagram-friendly, delicious Canadian-made products on the marketplace. Here, a roundup of the sweetest-tasting—and sweetest-looking—treats.
Honey trap Ashley Wittig’s Toronto shop, Honey’s, makes outstanding premium plant-based ice cream. Gourmet-food shops can’t keep flavours like Niagara Grape Sherbet and Birthday Cake (the stuff in this divine sundae) in stock. $13 a pint, honeysicecream.ca
Puffs of glory Cotton candy by Lucky Elephant, a Canadian classic since the 1950s, has had a major resurgence thanks to nostalgic hipsters who love its unadulterated sugary punch…
