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Canada’s big banks face a high bar for earnings Aug 26th
Canada’s big banks are expected to deliver another strong performance when they report third-quarter earnings this week, but money managers and analysts are wary that any missteps could mean volatility for their high-flying shares.
Canada’s major lenders have navigated a shif.... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026 Jul 27th
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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.
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American physicians moving to Canada: A prescription for cross-border success + MORE Aug 28th
Canada has become one of the top destinations for American physicians looking for a different kind of practice. A more supportive clinical environment. A better quality of life. A healthcare system built around patient care, not prior authorizations.
The clinical transition is often the easy part.... More »
FIFA World Cup plan fallout: AFC reacts as Infantino scraps investment push - Al Jazeera Aug 1st
FIFA World Cup plan fallout: AFC reacts as Infantino scraps investment push Al JazeeraWomen’s football continues to be used as a pawn in Gianni Infantino’s Fifa tenure The GuardianFifa World Cup plans: Uefa has 'lost confidence' in current leadership BBCFIFA scra.... More »
Why are we so afraid of financial mistakes? + MORE Jul 17th
Growing up, I heard one saying repeatedly: the early bird gets the worm. Like so many childhood proverbs, I accepted it without much thought—one of those quiet truths adults repeat often enough that children stop questioning them.
For most of my life I assumed it was a lesson about hard w.... More »
Does crypto belong in a Canadian wealth portfolio?
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Should you consider adding bitcoin (BTC), ethereum (ETH), or other cryptocurrencies to your investment portfolio? For long-term investors who can tolerate significant volatility, a small allocation—sometimes around 5%—is increasingly part of the conversation.
Crypto’s appeal lies in its growth potential and its ability to diversify a portfolio, but it comes with sharp price swings and uncertain long-term outcomes. The key question isn’t just whether it might boost returns, but whether it fits your risk tolerance and overall strategy.
For investors looking to explore the space, platforms like Coinbase have helped make buying, selling, and holding crypto more accessible in Canada.
BTC outperformed the stock market in 7 of the past 10 years
As the table below shows, since 2016 BTC has outperformed the S&P 500 (U.S. stock market index), S&P/TSX Composite (Canadian stock market index), and gold in seven of the past 10 calendar years. The margin of outperformance is not narrow either…
