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How much you should have in savings - and how your bank balance compares to the average Australian

Here's what the typical Aussie has in savings during a cost-of-living crisis.

How I’d Turn $7,000 Into $1,200 Annual Tax-free Income

Here's how to start building a tax-free income stream in your TFSA today. The post How I’d Turn $7,000 Into $1,200 Annual Tax-free Income appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

The Smartest Income Stocks to Buy With $5,000 Right Now

Do you want to increase your dividend income? Check out these three smart Canadian income stocks for a long-term hold. The post The Smartest Income Stocks to Buy With $5,000 Right Now appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Quebec's new tipping and pricing rules: What consumers and businesses need to know

New rules aim to boost transparency and fairness in everyday purchases

Here’s Why at 45, the Average Canadian TFSA and RRSP Isn’t Enough

Get it all with this energy stock that offers dividends now and major future growth. The post Here’s Why at 45, the Average Canadian TFSA and RRSP Isn’t Enough appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

At 23, here’s how I made £60k by investing during Trump’s stock market plunge

Voices: It’s all over for interest rate cuts – get your new mortgage deal now

It’s all over for interest rate cuts – get your new mortgage deal now - COMMENT: The markets now expect only one more cut over the next year – and lenders are likely to react by raising their prices, writes James Moore

Here are 7 ‘bad assets’ that could cause you to retire poor in Canada — how many do you own?

Avoid being trapped by these money drains

Trump’s $5m ‘gold card’ visa set to launch in the coming days to help fast track rich immigrants

Trump’s $5m ‘gold card’ visa set to launch in the coming days to help fast track rich immigrants - President Donald Trump’s website for the ‘gold card’ visa will soon launch so wealthy immigrants can register their interest in the program

Commerzbank posts strongest quarterly profit in over a decade

Commerzbank reported a stronger first-quarter performance on Friday, with profit rising despite a dip in net interest income, as the German lender stuck to its 2025 outlook. In the first quarter, consolidated net result increased 12% to €834 million ($936 million) from last year's €747 million. "We achieved the highest quarterly profit since 2011, ...

Here’s how much money you should have saved for retirement based on your age

Here’s how much money you should have saved for retirement based on your age - Saving for retirement can seem daunting, but getting started — the sooner the better — is always a good decision

Micro-Cap Tech Firm Reports Triple-Digit Revenue Growth as Shares Climb

Trading near its 52-week highs, this technology company just blew the lights out when they announced their latest financial results. Investors applauded the numbers, sending shares of the company surging on the news.

Musk, and his money, leaving politics is upsetting both Democrats and Republicans

Musk, and his money, leaving politics is upsetting both Democrats and Republicans - Billionaire says he has ‘done enough’ but will be missed in Washington by politicians on both sides of the aisle

Canada's TD Bank tops profit estimates on trading, underwriting gains

By Nivedita Balu and Arasu Kannagi Basil (Reuters) -Canada's second largest lender TD Bank on Thursday reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings driven by growth at its capital market business, as a volatile environment boosted trading activity. The unit reported a 16% jump in net income and record revenue of C$2.13 billion, a 10% jump from a year earlier, reflecting higher

Australia's Macquarie reports FY profit rise, signals domestic upside

By Byron Kaye, Roshan Thomas and Himanshi Akhand SYDNEY (Reuters) -Top Australian investment bank Macquarie reported a rise in annual profit due to a well-timed asset sale, pushing its shares higher, and flagged a renewed focus on its home market as the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump upend the world order. Macquarie, which makes two-thirds of its profit abroad from businesses ranging

Posthaste: Trouble is brewing in the world's largest bond market — and that's not good for anyone

A new worry has taken centre stage in global markets this week, upstaging even Donald Trump’s tariff war — American debt.

Where I’d Invest $10,300 in the TSX Today

When the market feels uncertain, this is the kind of TSX stock I want my money in. The post Where I’d Invest $10,300 in the TSX Today appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

How does a U.S.-dollar TFSA work?

If you have tax-free savings accounts in Canadian and U.S. dollars, here’s how to avoid overcontributing.

Europe gains traction amid doubts over US assets, global money managers say

By Iain Withers and Sinead Cruise LONDON (Reuters) -Asset managers at Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan are fielding more investor enquiries about the resilience of U.S. assets and helping clients move more money to Europe ahead of more potential trade-related market turmoil, executives said. The clock is ticking on President Donald Trump's 90-day pause on "reciprocal" tariffs that threaten to upend

When a college degree is worth the money and when it DEFINITELY isn't

The price of a college degree in the US continues to tick higher, so it is little wonder that many high schoolers are wondering... is it still worth it?

Ukraine offers Europe to directly fund Armed Forces

Ukraine has proposed a new format of support for the Armed Forces to Europe. Direct financing will make aid more effective and faster, according to a statement by Ukraine’s Minister of Finance, Serhii Marchenko. The Minister of Finance of Ukraine reported that during the G7 finance meetings in Canada, intensive negotiations took place with finance ...

Argentina's black market for dollars falters as currency controls are eased

By Leila Miller BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) - On the streets of downtown Buenos Aires, where years of tough currency controls fermented a thriving black market for dollars, an army of illegal money traders are finding times hard under the economic reforms of Argentine President Javier Milei. Milei tore down most currency controls last month, easing access for Argentines to official currency markets

Invest $25,000 in This Dividend Stock for $985.78 in Annual Passive Income

If you're looking for some passive income to come your way, don't sit around. Invest here instead. The post Invest $25,000 in This Dividend Stock for $985.78 in Annual Passive Income appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

7 Money-Saving Tricks That Never Work

Cut the cost of things like shopping for groceries, buying in bulk and visiting the dentist by learning the money-saving tips that never work. The post 7 Money-Saving Tricks That Never Work appeared first on Reader's Digest Canada.

Even buyers earning six figures are challenged to save a down payment

Earning a six-figure annual salary isn’t a fast-track to homeownership, a new report has found. National realty firm Zoocasa recently released a report examining how long it would take someone earning $100,000 a year to save up for a down payment for a home in 25 major Canadian resale real estate markets.

I'm 53 and have never had savings - I thought that was normal

I thought it was normal to live paycheck to paycheck.

The Top Canadian Stocks I’d Buy With a $4,000 Windfall

If you want to invest right away, then consider essential stocks like these three. The post The Top Canadian Stocks I’d Buy With a $4,000 Windfall appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

I’d Invest $7,900 in This Single Stock for the Next 25 Years

A large-cap energy player is the single stock you can hold for the next 25 years, if not forever. The post I’d Invest $7,900 in This Single Stock for the Next 25 Years appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Japan's SoftBank Group books first annual profit in four years

TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan's SoftBank Group reported its first annual profit in four years on Tuesday, likely bringing relief to investors scarred by high-profile failures as the tech investor embarks on another series of mammoth investments. The Tokyo-based conglomerate reported 1.15 trillion yen ($7.78 billion) for the year ended March versus a loss of 227.6 billion yen a year earlier. The figure

Should my first home be an investment property?

Investing in a rental property could work out, but it isn’t for the faint of heart.

Canadian dollar steadies ahead of retail sales data

By Fergal Smith TORONTO (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar steadied against its U.S. counterpart on Thursday as the greenback notched broad-based gains and ahead of domestic retail sales data that could offer further clues on prospects of the Bank of Canada remaining on hold. The loonie was trading nearly unchanged at 1.3865 per U.S. dollar, or 72.12 U.S. cents, after trading in a range of 1.3847

S&P/TSX composite closes up Tuesday, U.S. stock markets down

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index made gains Tuesday to close at another record high after a mixed inflation report, while U.S. markets ended down.

What Affects Your Credit Score The Most

Your credit score is one of the most important numbers in your financial life, and understanding what most affects it can help you make better financial decisions.

A head turning six-month mortgage rate, but with a catch

There was little movement from the mortgage rate leaders this week. Among the lowest nationally-advertised offers, only two rates bothered to budge:

Goodbye to the Penny! Treasury Department announces plan to phase out the coin

Goodbye to the Penny! Treasury Department announces plan to phase out the coin - The U.S. mint made its final order of penny blanks, the Treasury Department said Thursday.

5 big things that disappear after you retire in Canada: Are you prepared?

Planning ahead is key to experiencing any financial shocks

Man United faces more financial turmoil after Europa League final loss

The financial consequences of Manchester United losing in the Europa League final should be painful and affect the club for years.

10 ways you can make an extra £500 by the summer

You could put the money towards a holiday, DIY project, or a savings account for a rainy day

Trump's $600 million war chest: How he plans to wield his power in the midterms and beyond

WASHINGTON (AP) — Between a barrage of executive orders, foreign trips and norm-shattering proclamations, Donald Trump has also been busy raking in cash.

Trump scores big win as his bill successfully passes the House

House Republicans have successfully passed Donald Trump 's multi-trillion-dollar 'big beautiful' tax bill in a major win for the president.

Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Immediately With $5,000

There are a few Canadian stocks looking to have a strong year ahead, so let's look at these winners. The post Top Canadian Stocks to Buy Immediately With $5,000 appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Financial MLMs: How to spot the difference between a multi-level marketing scheme and an actual business

Avoid getting scammed and watch out for these red flags for financial MLM schemes.

Wall Street rises again as the S&P 500 erases its loss for 2025

NEW YORK (AP) — Most U.S. stocks rose Tuesday following an encouraging report that showed inflation unexpectedly slowed across the country last month.

WWE Money in the Bank 2025 tickets: Cheapest prices, best seats and more for PLE at Intuit Dome in LA

Here's all you need to know about the latest Money in the Bank event, including how to buy tickets.

The Psychology of Money

Why are finances also tied to our emotions?

Australian central bank reduces benchmark interest rate to 3.85% in second cut this year

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australia’s central bank on Tuesday reduced its benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage for a second time this year, to 3.85% after inflation fell within a target range.

Is putting all your money into one asset ever OK?

Putting all of your eggs in one basket is a strategy that could backfire.

Dollar eases as traders eye Trump tax bill, G7 currency talks

By Kevin Buckland and Amanda Cooper TOKYO/LONDON (Reuters) - The dollar fell on Wednesday, extending a two-day slide against a range of currencies, after U.S. President Donald Trump failed to convince Republican holdouts to back his sweeping tax bill. Traders were also wary of U.S. officials potentially angling for a weaker dollar at Group of Seven finance minister meetings currently underway in

Canadians are worried current market volatility will impact their future financial independence

Canadians estimated they’d need nearly $850K in investments to ensure an independent financial future

15 Unexpected Sources of Wealth for the World’s Richest