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Making sense of the markets: Looking back on 2024

Looking back at 2024, we go through the Canadian and U.S. stock exchange predictions, as well as crypto, Tesla...

Making sense of the markets: Looking back on 2024
Two glasses shown half-full to demonstrate the optimism from investment advisor Allan Small.

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Why I’m optimistic about the markets in 2025–tariffs or no

This advisor isn’t losing any sleep over the markets. In fact, looking back at 2024 and forward into 2025,...

Why I’m optimistic about the markets in 2025–tariffs or no

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5 things to watch in Canadian business in 2025

Here’s what to keep an eye on as we head into the new year, from the housing market and...

5 things to watch in Canadian business in 2025
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: December 15, 2024

Bank of Canada makes a big cut, U.S. inflation is up, Oracle ends a great year on a low...

Making sense of the markets this week: December 15, 2024

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Bank of Canada lowers key interest rate by 0.5%

On Wednesday, the central bank announced a jumbo rate cut—its fifth cut in a row since June—and signalled a...

Bank of Canada lowers key interest rate by 0.5%
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Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: December 8, 2024

Canada bank earnings remain on target, Dollarama’s expectations catch up to it, “insider selling” sets a new record, and...

Making sense of the markets this week: December 8, 2024
Donald Trump onstage at a bitcoin conference in Nashville

Crypto

Bitcoin tops USD$100,000 for the first time

Bitcoin has soared into six figures as the post-election rally continues. What’s next for the digital currency?

Bitcoin tops USD$100,000 for the first time
A lumber truck delivering to the US, as we wonder about Trump tariffs

Investing

Making sense of the markets this week: December 1, 2024

Back into the tariff hurricane, Couche-Tard pumps profits, Macy’s loses $130 million, and is there too much optimism about...

Making sense of the markets this week: December 1, 2024

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GST holiday break: Is it good for Canada’s economy?

Economists share how the temporary tax cut and relief cheques may play into Canada’s growth picture.

GST holiday break: Is it good for Canada’s economy?

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