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Dow drops 1,300 as U.S. stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump’s tariffs ignite a COVID-like shock – CTV News

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Dow drops 1,300 as U.S. stocks lead worldwide sell-off after Trump’s tariffs ignite a COVID-like shock CTV NewsGlobal markets in turmoil as Trump tariffs wipe $2tn off Wall Street The GuardianCapital One secures a win in bid for Discover — plus, the real toll of earnings uncertainty CNBCA $2,300 Apple iPhone? Trump tariffs could make that happen. ReutersStock markets suffer sharp drops after Donald Trump announces sweeping tariffs Sky News

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Stock market news for investors: Dollarama braces for impact, Stellantis hits pause, and apparel stocks dive as U.S. imposes tariffs

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Looking for a mortgage in B.C.? Don’t limit your options to the big banks

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At last, interest rates are coming down again. For Canadians who are in the market for a new home, facing renewal of their mortgage in the foreseeable future, or feeling unsatisfied with their current home loan, this poses two choices: do you pounce now, or stay on the sidelines in the hope that rates fall even more?

A little wisdom from those who’ve been there: this is not just a financial transaction—it’s your life. Sooner or later, you’ve got to get on with it. And over the 20 or 30 years it takes to pay off your mortgage, it won’t much matter what the rate was the day you first got approved.

Especially when you look beyond Canada’s Big Five banks, you’ll find attractive rates right now. For example, buyers in B.C. can find great rates at Coast Capital Savings Credit Union. Its five-year high-ratio fixed mortgage has a lower advertised rate than any of the Big Five (as at Oct. 30, 2024), based on independent, external third-party market research.

Plus, for a limited time, you can get a cash bonus when open a new mortgage or switch your existing mortgage to Coast Capital…

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