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The best five-year fixed mortgage rates in Canada 2022 + MORE Jun 29th
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After consecutive years of record-low interest rates in Canada, we are entering a period of rising rates—which makes the cost of borrowing money, be it for a mortgage or a student loan, more expensive. The possibility of more rate hikes can make the stabi.... More »
Taxes changes, new RRSP rules: Here’s what to watch out for in 2020 - Global News Dec 31st
Taxes changes, new RRSP rules: Here’s what to watch out for in 2020 Global NewsAre 2020's tax changes 'significant' or 'a wash'? CBC.caLower taxes, new RRSP rules and a digital-news credit among changes coming in 2020 The Globe and MailView full coverage on Google .... More »
Canadians now owe $1.71 for every dollar they have to spend, StatsCan says - CBC.ca + MORE Dec 11th
Canadians now owe $1.71 for every dollar they have to spend, StatsCan says CBC.caHousehold debt ratio rises to 170.7%, Statistics Canada says BNNHousehold debt ratio rises to 170.7 per cent: StatCan CP24 Toronto's Breaking NewsHousehold Debt Ratio in Canada Climbs on.... More »
What to consider when naming investment account beneficiaries Jun 24th
When opening certain investment accounts, investors may have the option to designate a beneficiary. It is important to consider the implications in order to minimize tax payable and ensure estate wishes are fulfilled upon the death of an account holder.
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What’s New with Bitcoin? Jul 3rd
Bitcoin Projections Skyrocketing
Those who routinely invest in Bitcoin or use the world’s most popular digital currency as a means for online transactions understand that it is being adopted like never before. More and more online retailers are warming to the idea of accepting Bitcoin as an even .... More »
Liberals table budget bill to join China’s Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
– theglobeandmail.com
Lengthy legislation greenlights transfer of up to $480-million to AIIB as Prime Minister vows to deepen trade ties with China
Tech giants lead rally as stocks near records; Amazon surges
– canadianbusiness.com
Technology companies are leading a stock market rally Friday as investors applaud third-quarter reports from big names including Microsoft and Alphabet, Google’s parent company. Amazon is surging on the back of its own strong quarter, while traditional retailers are seeing their stock prices plunge. Wall Street is also pleased that the U.S. economy grew more than expected in the third quarter.
KEEPING SCORE: The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 19 points, or 0.7 per cent, to 2,579 as of noon Eastern time. That put the index on track for another record high. The Dow Jones industrial average climbed 31 points, or 0.1 per cent, to 23,432. The Nasdaq composite soared 126 points, or 1.9 per cent, to 6,684. The index, which has a large concentration of technology stocks, is on track for more records and is making its largest gain this year. The Russell 2000 index of smaller-company stocks picked up 6 points, or 0.4 per cent, to 1,503.
In its first estimate, the Commerce Department said the U…
KEEPING SCORE: The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose 19 points, or 0.7 per cent, to 2,579 as of noon Eastern time. That put the index on track for another record high. The Dow Jones industrial average climbed 31 points, or 0.1 per cent, to 23,432. The Nasdaq composite soared 126 points, or 1.9 per cent, to 6,684. The index, which has a large concentration of technology stocks, is on track for more records and is making its largest gain this year. The Russell 2000 index of smaller-company stocks picked up 6 points, or 0.4 per cent, to 1,503.
In its first estimate, the Commerce Department said the U…
Hey, Canadian stock market: Thanks for 10 years of nothing
– theglobeandmail.com
The past 10 years on the TSX tells us nothing about what to expect in the decade ahead, but it does offer an important caveat
HBC invites bids for Vancouver flagship store amid investor anxiety
– theglobeandmail.com
Retailer extends push to monetize considerable real estate holdings after striking an earlier deal for its landmark New York location
The Winds of Tax Reform
– online.wsj.com
Two quarters of 3% growth and stronger business investment.
