Seven taxes on investments you need to know about
May 02, 2024

Seven taxes on investments you need to know about

Understanding the way your savings are taxed will help you avoid nasty surprises at tax time.

Do you know how your investments are taxed?
April 17, 2024

Do you know how your investments are taxed?

The way your investments are taxed is as important to your bottom line as their rate of return.

Q1 2024 market update: North American equity markets reach new record highs
April 09, 2024

Q1 2024 market update: North American equity markets reach new record highs

Most major central banks held interest rates steady in the first quarter. Still, statements and comments point to a strong likelihood of interest rate cuts this year, fuelling a rise in equity markets. Read on for our view of the economy and financial markets.

What is an insurance GIC? (video)
March 25, 2024

What is an insurance GIC? (video)

See how an  insurance GIC can give you guaranteed returns, predictable growth and freedom from worry about market ups and downs. 

How inflation affects your investments
February 28, 2024

How inflation affects your investments

Inflation is on our minds these days. Not only does it affect our grocery bills, it also affects our savings and investment income. Read on to learn what inflation is, what causes it, and the potential effect on your finances.

How can inflation affect your retirement plan?
February 22, 2024

How can inflation affect your retirement plan?

No matter where you are on your retirement savings journey, here’s what you need to know about inflation and what you can do to protect your plans for retirement.

Q4 2023 market update: Betting on lower interest rates
January 09, 2024

Q4 2023 market update: Betting on lower interest rates

Major central banks held interest rates steady in the fourth quarter. This raised expectations for interest rate reductions in 2024. Read on for our view of the economy and financial markets.

Top 9 personal finance topics of 2023
December 18, 2023

Top 9 personal finance topics of 2023

What was on the minds of Canadians this year? Money. Actually, a whole lot more than that – but it was mostly money-themed. And rightfully so.

Q3 2023 market update: Global economy showing its resiliency
October 11, 2023

Q3 2023 market update: Global economy showing its resiliency

A pause by central banks marked the third quarter of 2023. Read on for our view of the economy and financial markets.

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