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S&P/TSX composite down more than 200 points, U.S. markets fall amid debt worries

May 22, 2025 No Comments

Canada’s main stock index took its biggest tumble in nearly six weeks on Wednesday, while American markets fell even harder under pressure from rising U.S. Treasury yields amid worries about the U.S. government’s spiralling debt.

For young investors looking for bond exposure, it’s best to keep it simple: experts

April 11, 2025 No Comments

For young investors who are building the fixed-income portion of their portfolio, it’s best they keep their approach simple and go for low-cost investment options, experts say.

Trump retreats from global tariff plan, but Canada gets no relief

April 9, 2025 No Comments

In a stunning about-face, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day suspension of his sweeping new “reciprocal” tariffs on most nations—but not on Canada.

Sticking with a retirement investing plan during times of volatility

April 8, 2025 No Comments

Three days of wild market volatility sparked by U.S. tariffs is enough to cause any investor stress, but for those in retirement, the plunge can be extra difficult.

Whiplash in Canada’s bond market signals rate roller-coaster ahead, experts say

January 17, 2025 No Comments

When it comes to predicting mortgage rates, the only thing Canada’s mortgage experts are certain of right now is that nothing is certain.

Bracing for impact: What the current market volatility means for mortgage brokers and borrowers

August 5, 2024 No Comments

It’s amazing what a couple of days can do to the human psyche.

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