Cutting Through the Noise
August 7, 2020
The U.S. stock market's main gauge consists of 500 companies. But the 10 largest technology stocks are having an outsized impact.
Read MoreMay 19, 2020
Every market rebound has a character of its own. This one has been 'top heavy' in the U.S. and precious metals-driven in Canada. We explain.
Read MoreMay 6, 2020
Air Canada's stock price has fallen considerably as the industry has been largely grounded during the pandemic — which has contrarian investors taking a long look. But is it toxic enough yet to buy?
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2020
Some perspective on the economic impact of the coronavirus and what we're doing on your behalf.
Read MoreJanuary 23, 2020
Shopify has been on fire since it went public in 2015 and has been a great story for the Canadian technology sector. Let's just hope history doesn't repeat itself.
Read MoreJanuary 1, 2020
With the turn of the calendar comes a fresh $6,000 in contribution room for your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Even better, the lifetime contribution limit for these accounts now stands at $69,500.
Read MoreDecember 19, 2019
Canada's big banks make gobs of money. We feel obligated to report just how much.
Read MoreNovember 25, 2019
Singles' Day, a made-up holiday in China, has turned into the world's biggest shopping day, outpacing Black Friday and Cyber Monday combined — a reminder of the immense scale of China's consumer market.
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2019
Money for nothing remains a controversial topic well beyond the Dire Straits song. We explain.
Read MoreAugust 6, 2019
Several fund companies are reducing the risk ratings on many of their funds. Here's why this doesn't pass the smell test.
Read MoreJuly 22, 2019
You’ve probably been hearing it again. “The market is at an all-time high.” Better get out, right? Not so fast.
Read MoreJuly 4, 2019
In his latest podcast, Bruce Sellery talks about stewardship with our own Salman Ahmed.
Read MoreMay 9, 2019
January 1, 2019
With the turn of the calendar comes a fresh $6,000 in contribution room for your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Even better, the lifetime contribution limit for these accounts now stands at $63,500!
Read MoreDecember 6, 2018
Canada's big banks make gobs of money. We feel obligated to report just how much.
Read MoreNovember 14, 2018
Deep thoughts from an executive forum on regulatory reform and the future of advice.
Read MoreOctober 3, 2018
Most investment firms have operated under the assumption that by keeping clients in the dark, they’re less likely to leave. It now feels like the worm is turning.
Read MoreAugust 15, 2018
Barry Critchley recently filed his last column with the National Post. For 35 years, he wrote about deals, products and people, and was never one to mince words — as his final piece attests.
Read MoreJune 25, 2018
Regulators took a stance last week on the controversial topic of embedded commissions. Here's why we're disappointed with the decision.
Read MoreJune 6, 2018
It’s a fine line. Is your bank or investment representative serving you or selling you?
Read MoreMay 28, 2018
One lucky hockey fan could make a lot of money thanks to a long-shot bet on the Vegas Golden Knights. But he faces an interesting dilemma.
Read MoreMay 16, 2018
Discount brokers are not permitted to provide advice, yet most fund companies pay them trailing commissions (ongoing advice fees) anyways. Some TD fundholders are finally taking a stand.
Read MoreApril 16, 2018
It hasn't exactly been the best of times for investors who stick close to home.
Read MoreApril 4, 2018
How female investors are more like Warren Buffett than their male counterparts.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2018
When a stock or industry is being driven more by speculation than fundamentals, we're happy to sit on the sidelines.
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