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Stock markets move higher as fresh US earnings and fundamentals come into focus

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index finished more than 100 points higher Thursday, helped by gains in the industrials sector, while U.S. markets also rose amid fresh earnings results.

Half of workers have already spent their wages for the month - here's how to survive to payday

Spending often spikes during the Christmas period, as people pay for gifts, expensive food and alcohol, and entertainment.

How much car can you really afford

A practical breakdown of income, expenses, and financing factors that determine what a car payment should realistically look like. How can buyers set limits that fit their budget?

High prices leading to more customers, says Winnipeg gold buyer

If you've been paying attention to the price of gold, you've seen the increases. That's keeping staff at Winnipeg's Gatewest Coin, which buys and sells gold products, busy.

M&T Bank's fourth-quarter profit lifted by interest income growth

Jan 16 (Reuters) - M&T Bank posted a rise in fourth-quarter profit on Friday, driven by higher interest income and stronger mortgage banking results. The Federal Reserve's rate cuts have revived borrowing by households and businesses, lifting loan volumes at many banks. At the same time, lenders have pared back deposit costs, helping support interest income even as rates fall. M&T's net interest

Micron's $1.8 billion acquisition boosts Powerchip shares

By Wen-Yee Lee TAIPEI, Jan 19 (Reuters) - Shares of Taiwan’s Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp rose nearly 10% on Monday after U.S. memory chipmaker Micron Technology said it would buy a fabrication plant from the company. Micron Technology on Saturday said it had signed a letter of intent to acquire Powerchip’s P5 fabrication site in Tongluo, Miaoli County, Taiwan, for $1.8 billion in

Marcus launches Best Buy one-year fixed savings account paying 4.55%

Marcus, the UK offshoot of US investment banking giant Goldman Sachs, now offers savers 4.55% interest, propelling it to the top of the best-buy savings tables.

Here’s where I’m investing my next $2,500 on the TSX

A $2,500 investment in a dividend knight and safe-haven stock can create a balanced foundation to counter market headwinds in 2026. The post Here’s Where I’m Investing My Next $2,500 on the TSX appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

New social security checks could give Americans up to $5,251 a month

New Social Security payments go out this week — and some Americans could get up to $5,251 - The average social security check is $2,071

PNC Financial profit jumps on dealmaking windfall, interest income boost

Jan 16 (Reuters) - PNC Financial's profit jumped 25% in the fourth quarter, as the U.S. bank earned more from interest payments and cashed in on a dealmaking rebound. The lender's profit was $2.03 billion, or $4.88 per share, in the three months ended December 31, it said on Friday. That compares with $1.63 billion, or $3.77 per share, a year earlier. Global mergers and acquisitions surged past

10 reasons money, not just love, matters in marriage

While love is important in any marriage, financial compatibility cannot be overlooked. A couple that is not financially on the same page can experience some serious challenges that love alone won’t fix.

The cost of living squeeze isn’t one thing. It’s all these things at once.

The cost of living keeps going up and up. No one factor is to blame, but it's a combination of things.

Inside a 'pig-butchering' scam: How fraudsters turn online romance into a US$280K financial loss for 1 man

“I lost everything. I lost my kids’ future. I lost my future"

What paying only in cash does to your daily life and long-term money habits

Paying only in cash sounds simple. The choice shifts how you spend, save, and plan. Daily … What Paying Only in Cash Does to Your Daily Life and Long Term Money HabitsRead more

Energy stocks help S&P/TSX composite end higher, US stock markets edge lower

TORONTO — Energy stocks helped Canada's main stock index finish higher, while U.S. markets lost ground.

Gold tipped to hit record $5K after probe into US Fed chief

Gold raced to a fresh record high and the dollar fell as a criminal investigation into the head of the US Federal Reserve fuelled fears over the central bank's independence.

EU reveals details on 90 billion 'Ukraine support loan'

The EU's executive body unveiled the breakdown of a 90 billion euros ($105 billion) financial lifeline to Ukraine, with the majority of the funds earmarked for defense as the war in Ukraine approaches its fifth year. Sixty billion euros ($70 billion) is designated for military spending, with the remaining 30 billion euros ($35 billion) allocated to...

Global billionaire wealth jumps 80% since 2020, Oxfam says

The number of billionaires worldwide continues to rise, and their wealth is growing at an accelerating pace, according to a report published by Oxfam ahead of the start of the World Economic Forum in Davos on Monday. The anti-poverty and development organization, which releases an annual report on global inequality ahead of the Davos meeting, said ...

How financial abuse manifests in relationships — and one woman’s quest to get out

“You’re going to take ownership of the things you have control over — and there’s more in control than you think"

They dragged a money box out of the river and stopped guessing

What began as a routine magnet fishing find quickly became more intriguing when a metal money box surfaced from the river. As it was examined, questions emerged about how it ended up there and what might be hidden inside.

Canadians feel growing money shame, argue that talking about finances should be more acceptable

The survey of 1,533 adults shows that 84% of Canadians currently carry debt, and one in seven are unsure they will ever be able to pay it off

Wealthsimple bets on a new generation of confident Canadian investors

Wealthsimple's newest tools are aimed at giving retail investors access to strategies once reserved for institutions

Mumbai: The financial powerhouse of India

This video highlights Mumbai’s role as India’s financial and economic capital, showcasing its wealth, key institutions like the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI), and its contribution to India’s GDP and international trade. It also explores the city’s iconic landmarks and its unique blend of luxury and urban dynamics.

13 practical home equity strategies to manage cash flow in retirement

Cash flow management becomes one of the priorities in retirement when the constant employment revenue is … 13 Practical Home Equity Strategies to Manage Cash Flow in RetirementRead more

How I manage my money: Mum, on £1,600 monthly benefits, with frozen debts

Paige Catlow hopes to return to work after the birth of her second child and would like to earn £30,000 a year

30 surprising truths about life as a super-rich person

Having huge amounts of money can actually lead to a bewildering number of problems. Research has shown that people don't actually feel any happier after they earn over a certain amount of money. Here's why...

Experts say budgeting key after holidays

On the heels of the expensive holiday season, experts say it’s important to manage your finances in the new year. However, as Justin Sibbet reports, they say it’s equally important to also support local businesses to keep the economy healthy.

Goldman Sachs' profit rises on dealmaking, trading strength

Jan 15 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs' profit rose in the fourth quarter, fueled by dealmaking, stronger trading revenues in a turbulent market and a one-time gain from exiting its credit card partnership with Apple. The bank's equity traders capitalized on volatility and a broader rally in the U.S. market as investors speculated on the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path and the prospects for AI

Invest Engine launches £50,000 prize to promote investing

The prize draw is open until 2 March. The £50,000 prize will be paid directly into the winner's Investngine account by 30 March.

Woman reveals how she saved £100,000 at the age of 26 on a £20,000 salary - thanks to 3 habits

Hannah Bevington, 26, from Warwickshire, who works in marketing as a social media manager, regularly shares advice on being financially savvy to her 30,000 followers on social media.

Canadian business owners say trade uncertainty hitting as hard as the pandemic: EQ Bank survey

Solopreneurs face pandemic-level strain

The future of cash: How much money do Europeans carry today?

Fewer and fewer consumers are choosing to use cash, instead relying on cards and mobile payments. Even so, for some consumers and within certain sectors — cash remains king. View on euronews

Mastercard identifies six payment trends for 2026

・2026 sees the rise of AI-powered agents managing transactions, alongside tools that would make payments more personalized, predictive, and secure, according to Mastercard (NYSE:MA) ・Regulatory clarity could boost stablecoin adoption, while digital identity wallets and verified aliases strengthen trust and reduce fraud ・Real-time payments, circular...

Money matters with Aspire Wealth Partners

Aspire Wealth Partners joins Global News Morning Calgary to offer insight into the day’s biggest market stories.

3 dividend stocks to help you achieve financial freedom

These three quality dividend stocks can help you achieve financial freedom. The post 3 Dividend Stocks to Help You Achieve Financial Freedom appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Custody, houses, money and special pre-nup clauses? What high-earning women need to know about divorce in Canada

As more women begin to outearn men, they are beginning to discover that their wealth and assets are on the line when they divorce a lower-earning spouse

Wall Street steadies as chip stocks bounce back and oil prices ease

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street steadied on Thursday as stocks in the artificial-intelligence industry bounced back following an encouraging report from a Taiwanese chip giant and as oil prices eased sharply.

Wells Fargo profit climbs on interest income boost

Jan 14 (Reuters) - Wells Fargo's profit rose in the fourth quarter as it boosted loans and earned more from interest payments, while growing in key areas in its consumer and commercial businesses. The fourth-largest U.S. lender's net income was $5.36 billion, or $1.62 per share, in the three months ended December 31, it said on Wednesday. That compares with $5.08 billion, or $1.43 per share, a

A 10.4% high-yield income ETF that you can take to the bank

Global X Equal Weight Canadian Bank Covered Call ETF (TSX:BKCC) stands out as an excellent sector covered-call ETF for 2026. The post A 10.4% High-Yield Income ETF That You Can Take to the Bank appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

New online bank feature can save you over £1,600 a year with simple daily check

As Lloyds share price hits highest since financial crisis, are banks set for a bumper year?

Analysts at investment bank Jefferies believe valuations for UK bank shares have 'considerable scope' to rise further in 2026.

Business news: Department store bankruptcy & Canada-China tariff deal

A well-known American department store files for bankruptcy while prime minister Mark Carney reaches a landmark tariff agreement with China over electric vehicles and canola products. Financial analyst, Robert Levy joins us to break it all down.

Trump hints at when you can expect a $2,000 tariff check

Trump hints at when you can expect a $2,000 tariff check - but be prepared to wait - Trump has repeatedly floated the idea of giving cash to Americans, which he claimed is possible due to revenue generated from his trade tariffs

Millennials: Don’t make this TFSA mistake or you may lose a fortune

Avoid the TFSA mistake that many millennials and Gen Z are making. Learn how to make the most of your Tax-Free Savings Account. The post Millennials: Don’t Make This TFSA Mistake or You May Lose a Fortune appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Not just a number: Indonesia zeroes in on rare currency revamp

Visitors to Bali or any of the other 13,000 or so islands that make up the 5,000-kilometer-wide Indonesian archipelago have long had to grapple with wads of banknotes bearing as many or more zeroes as a hand has fingers. With a euro worth 19,634 Indonesian rupiah as of January 5, figuring out the price in a traveller's home currency of bottle of Bi...

PSA: Talk to your parents and grandparents about fraud

How families can spot scams, start tough conversations and protect their parents' and grandparents' life savings

What smart saving strategies help successful people generate more wealth?

Successful individuals realise that saving money is not about spending less, but appreciating money to generate … What Smart Saving Strategies Help Successful People Generate More Wealth?Read more

Why most workers never built wealth, no matter how hard they worked

For decades, workers were told that wages were enough if they worked hard and stayed loyal. This story showed why that promise rarely delivered real security. When ownership was shared instead of hoarded, behavior inside the company changed completely. Productivity rose, loyalty strengthened, and wealth finally reached the people creating value. The lesson challenged how modern capitalism actually worked.

How car payments affect monthly finances

A closer look at how car payments fit into a household budget and where common financial pressure points arise. How can buyers avoid stretching their finances too thin?

The secrets that TFSA millionaires know

The top secrets of TFSA millionaires are out and can serve as a roadmap for the next millionaires. The post The Secrets That TFSA Millionaires Know appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.