Finance

We’re retiring and downsizing, but we haven’t bought a home since the ’90s. How do we navigate today’s housing market now?

Much has changed since the 1990s — including home buying and selling

The ultra-rich are bailing on volatile stocks right now — these 4 shockproof assets are their new safe havens

When times are shaky, a pivot is necessary

Money-smart habits that keep life calm and secure

Individuals who are not concerned about money often do not depend on luck or some unexpected … Money-Smart Habits That Keep Life Calm and SecureRead more

How the AI gold rush turned into a $1.8 trillion trap

Everyone keeps asking whether AI is a bubble. That’s the wrong question. What’s forming looks more like a black hole — money goes in, but it never comes back out. Trillions are being poured into chips, data centers, and power infrastructure that can’t be easily sold or shut down. And if demand slows, the losses won’t explode overnight — they’ll disappear quietly.

Hydro One reports higher Q4 profit of $233M, up from $200M the previous year

TORONTO — Hydro One Ltd. reported its net income attributable to common shareholders was $233 million during the fourth quarter, rising from $200 million during the same period a year earlier.

Canadian dollar holds on to weekly gain as US inflation cools

By Fergal Smith TORONTO, Feb 13 (Reuters) - The Canadian dollar edged lower against its U.S. counterpart on Friday in choppy trading, but the currency held on to much of its weekly gain as signs of slowing U.S. inflation helped calm investor nerves. The loonie was trading 0.1% lower at 1.3620 per U.S. dollar, or 73.42 U.S. cents, after moving in a range of 1.3594 to 1.3637. For the week, the

Australian lender Westpac's first-quarter profit rises on loan, deposit growth

Feb 13 (Reuters) - Australia's Westpac Banking Corp said on Friday its first-quarter underlying net profit rose 6% versus the average of the previous two quarters, driven by solid growth across customer deposits and loans. The country's third-largest lender by market capitalisation reported unaudited net profit of A$1.9 billion ($1.35 billion) for the three months ended December 31. Lenders in

A perfect TFSA pair for 2026: 2 stocks I’d buy now

Dating feels pricier, and investing can too, so this TFSA pair aims to lower stress by blending fee-based growth with gold-linked stability. The post A Perfect TFSA Pair for 2026: 2 Stocks I’d Buy Now appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Revealed: How many of us have less than €1k in savings or none at all

A new survey has revealed the stark reality of Irish people’s savings, with a jarring number having less than €1000 tucked away. Nearly a third of people have less than €1,000 in savings – while one in nine (11%) have no savings at all, new research shows. However, more than half – 58% – of […]

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Minecraft, but your color = your money

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Our shopping bill for 10 people went up to £180 when we swapped to Asda

Here’s how much you need to earn to have an average salary in every US state

Amid 'Buy Canadian' fervour, Canada's top pension funds still heavily invested in US

Despite the U.S. trade war and President Donald Trump's threats to Canadian sovereignty, this country's biggest pension funds remain heavily invested in the U.S. The Canada Pension Plan announced this week that it has grown to a record $780.7 billion in assets, with 47 per cent invested in the U.S., compared to only 13 per cent in Canada.

We make $155K. After tax, pensions, and benefits, our take-home is 65% of that

Making a solid household income sounds like the path to financial comfort, but many Canadian families are shocked when they see their actual paychecks. A ... Read more This article appeared first on Mastermind Quotes.

How much YouTube paid me in 2 months

Certainly! Here's the description with all the links and their accompanying text removed: Get my 12 favorite biz ideas for 2024, with full launch plans included. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on how much YouTube actually paid me in the first 60 days of being monetized. No gatekeeping here! Real numbers, real insights. YouTube isn’t easy, but if I can do it, so can you. I’ll share what worked, what didn’t, and the journey to 54,000 subscribers in just eight months and how to navigate the YouTube algorithm. Timestamps below. Enjoy! --- 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 00:44 Background and Personal Journey 01:10 Getting Monetized on YouTube 01:38 Early YouTube Journey and Consistency 03:02 Analyzing Initial Performance 03:49 Leveraging Other Platforms 04:31 Viral Hits and Algorithm Insights 06:17 Monetization Journey Begins 07:01 Revenue Breakdown: Shorts vs Longs 07:39 Understanding rpm and cpm 08:16 Analyzing rpm Trends 09:43 Insights f...

Voices: The numbers that show the economy might be doing better than you think

The numbers that show the economy might be doing better than you think - COMMENT: The latest growth figures paint a picture of an economy that is struggling along at best. But dig beneath the headline numbers and there are reasons for optimism, says Chris Blackhurst

Practical income streams that support long-term financial stability

One source of income will hardly suffice to establish financial security. Life is dynamic, markets are … Practical Income Streams That Support Long-Term Financial StabilityRead more

That's influence! Social media stars help fuel spike in under-30s who made at least £1m last year

A record 1,000 taxpayers aged 30 or under earned at least £1million last year - an increase of 11 per cent from the year before - as youngsters turn to lucrative careers as influencers.

Warren Buffett’s blunt warning: Stop paying fancy fees — this simple move can keep thousands in your pocket

Warren Buffett uses simple investing techniques to beat the returns of most hedge fund and portfolio managers

S&P/TSX composite up more than 600 points, US markets mixed to close volatile week

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index climbed higher on Friday, while U.S. markets were mixed as some investors looked for re-entry points.

How to help adult children financially without harming your future

How to help adult children financially without harming your future - Experts on how to help your children with big expenses - without bankrupting yourself

BNY clients hedge dollar exposure by most since 2023, bank says

By Yoruk Bahceli LONDON, Feb 13 (Reuters) - Clients of BNY, one of the world's biggest custodians, are hedging their exposure to the dollar by the most in over two years, a senior strategist told Reuters on Friday, reflecting an increase in investor caution towards the U.S. currency this year. The clients are putting on U.S. dollar hedges almost 20% larger than they would need to if they only

Nobody could reach this dollar bill - until he showed up

We hung cash from a high bar at the skatepark - $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, and even a $100 bill - and gave everyone just one standing jump to grab whatever they could reach. Some played it safe, taking the easy money, while others gambled for more and walked away with nothing. The wind added chaos, pride got in the way, and a few brave jumpers even risked double or nothing for the bigger prize. By the end of the day, plenty of cash changed hands - but the $100 bill stayed just out of reach.

‘I want to put him in front of an 18-wheeler’: Man irate after brother legally took widowed mother’s US$96K inheritance — Dave Ramsey chimes in

“I couldn’t care less if he’s pissed off,” Ramsey said

Canadians aged 55+ need to be prepared as mortgage options narrow

Reverse mortgages can fill the gap for those who no longer qualify for a conventional mortgage

There’s nothing wrong with wanting a guy who has money

Even before we start, we know what you’re thinking: some women only want men for their bank accounts. We get the sentiment. Money has a funny way of showing up in conversations about love, even when people insist it doesn’t matter. You’ve probably heard the jokes about “gold diggers,” the eye-rolls about “providers,” and the smug claims that romance should be pure and uncomplicated. But the question keeps resurfacing.

I save $1,100 a month. At this rate, I’ll retire with $312,000. Not enough

Putting away $1,100 every month feels like a solid achievement, and it should be. That’s $13,200 a year going straight into your retirement fund while many Canadians struggle to save anything at all. But when you run the numbers over a typical working career, the math tells a sobering story. Even with decades of disciplined ... Read more The post I save $1,100 a month. At this rate, I’ll retire with $312,000. Not enough appeared first on Travel...

How I turn adventures into cash!

This video explores the various ways content creators monetize their platforms. It delves into different strategies and revenue sources, providing insight into the mechanisms that support their work. Learn about the importance of diverse income streams and how they impact content sustainability.

'Money bouquets' rival traditional flowers as coveted tokens of love for Valentine’s Day in Zimbabwe

HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — Liquidity as affection and trash as a symbol of enduring love. From bouquets fashioned from dollar bills to heart-shaped gifts forged from recycled scrap metal, romance in Zimbabwe is taking strikingly inventive forms, reflecting life in an economy where cash reigns supreme and sustainability gains new social value.

20 healthy choices that only exist if you have time, money, and a car

A lot of health advice is framed like everyone has the same set of tools, the same schedule, and the same margin for error. In real life, the gap between knowing what to do and being able to do it is often time, cash, and transportation. Even public-facing guidance from places like the CDC and USDA can be solid and well-meaning while still assuming you can reach a store, afford options that spoil quickly, and rearrange your day around food and movement. When people say healthy choices are about discipline, they’re often ignoring how many choices are locked behind logistics. Here are 20 healthy choices that get much more available when you have time, money, and a car.

You may be far wealthier in retirement than you think if you’re this type of retiree. How to maximize your money in 2026

It's time to rethink how your money is invested and drawn out

Love and money: Why financial intimacy is top of mind for Canadian couples this Valentine’s Day

New research from Wise shows that while money conversations are becoming more common, they’re far from easy

This stock could thrive if rates stay higher longer

goeasy is a “higher-for-longer” dividend idea because it can reprice new loans, but the real risk is a credit spike. The post This Stock Could Thrive if Rates Stay Higher Longer appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

1 Canadian stock I’d buy on any dip

Brookfield is built to turn market chaos into opportunity, so a dip can be an entry point if you’re thinking long term. The post 1 Canadian Stock I’d Buy on Any Dip appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

CPP Investments reports net return of 0.5 per cent in volatile Q3

TORONTO — CPP Investments says it had a net return of 0.5 per cent in its third quarter, well below its longer-term track record.

How the state pension could change – from means testing to a higher retirement age

Rising life expectancy and mounting costs are forcing difficult choices about who pays

How Elon Musk bet his fortune on rockets

SpaceX is now valued around $350 billion, more than the GDP of some countries. But two decades ago, it was close to collapse after repeated rocket failures. Musk even said he gave the company only a 10% chance of success. After three failed launches, SpaceX had money for just one more try. That fourth launch reached orbit and changed everything.

Ask yourself - who really controls the economy now

Loansharks didn’t go away — they just put on suits. Private credit has grown into a multi-trillion-dollar system operating outside the rules banks follow. This video explains how these shadow lenders control both sides of deals, hide risk, and quietly influence jobs, housing, and pensions. Most people are exposed to it without realizing it. And just like past financial crises, the warning signs are easy to ignore until it’s too late.

The average 50-something American is now worth $1.4 million

People find it hard to believe that most Americans who reach their 50s have achieved millionaire … The average 50-something American is now worth $1.4 millionRead more

This is why Black and White Americans have a wealth gap - and how to fix it

The wealth gap between Black and White Americans didn’t form overnight. It grew over generations through differences in access to housing, credit, and capital. Financial systems and policy decisions played a major role in shaping who could build assets and who faced barriers. These patterns still affect wealth outcomes today. The discussion focuses on practical steps that can help narrow that divide.

Spotify shares rise after record profits and spike in subscribers

Spotify nearly doubled its year-on-year profits in the final quarter of 2025. The company marked only its second, yet consecutive, profitable year to date consolidating its positive trajectory. View on euronews

Paying $1 million to look fake rich?

Paying $1 Million To Look Fake Rich?! You'll Never Guess What Happens Next!

How much money do ATM routes make?

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Meet the future ISA millionaires? How 78,000 children had their Junior ISA pots filled to the brim

Tens of thousands of children had their Isa pots filled to the brim by parents and guardians in the 2023/24 tax year.

How to make bank by reselling what the government loses money on #sidehustle #sidehustleideas

How I retired aged 43 – and the sacrifices I made to be financially free

3 ways student loans could change – and what it would mean for repayments

L'Oreal favours early access to Gucci beauty licence as Kering, Coty work towards deal, says CEO

By Dominique Patton and Tassilo Hummel PARIS, Feb 13 (Reuters) - L'Oreal would welcome gaining access to the Gucci beauty licence earlier than 2028, CEO Nicolas Hieronimus said on Friday, adding that the issue was being discussed between Gucci-owner Kering and current licence holder Coty. The beauty licence for the Gucci brand was the decisive piece in a deal struck last year between the brand's

JPMorgan customers can sue over low rates on cash sweeps, US judge rules

By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK, Feb 13 (Reuters) - JPMorgan Chase must face part of a proposed class action lawsuit accusing the largest U.S. bank of paying brokerage and retirement account holders near-zero interest rates instead of market rates on their idle cash, a federal judge ruled. Customers alleged that the Cash Sweep programs in which they were automatically enrolled "siphoned billions of