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Making sense of the markets this week: August 18, 2024

Falling U.S. inflation leads to rate cut certainty, Walmart’s strong quarter, Barrick beats Franco-Nevada for the gold metal, and...

Making sense of the markets this week: August 18, 2024
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Top 25 timeless personal finance books

These 25 books, chosen by MoneySense contributors, money experts and finfluencers, will help you invest better, retire earlier, find...

Top 25 timeless personal finance books

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FHSA

Can you use the FHSA and HBP together?

Can you use the FHSA and HBP together?
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Credit Cards

What happens if you don’t use your credit card?

What happens if you don’t use your credit card?

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Investing

Fractional trading puts pricey stocks within reach of new and younger investors

Do you only have limited cash to invest? Fractional trading makes company shares more accessible—just don’t skip the market...

Fractional trading puts pricey stocks within reach of new and younger investors
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Annuity vs. GIC: What makes sense for retiring?

Can you compare apples to apples with annuities and guaranteed investment certificates for retiring? Let’s find out.

Annuity vs. GIC: What makes sense for retiring?
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GICs

Registered or non-registered GICs: Which should you buy?

GICs offer investors safety and flexibility. Here’s what to consider when deciding whether to hold your GICs in registered...

Registered or non-registered GICs: Which should you buy?
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GICs

How GIC interest rates work

Find out what factors affect GIC rates and how to buy these low-risk investments.

How GIC interest rates work

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GICs

Are GICs a good investment right now?

GICs can help cushion savings against the impacts of inflation and balance risk in a portfolio. Here’s how GICs...

Are GICs a good investment right now?

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