In 2025, U.S. trade policy underwent some of its most dramatic changes in decades as the administration in Washington imposed widespread import tariffs on a broad range of countries and products, upending long-standing free-trade norms and introducing significant uncertainty into global markets. What had been a relatively open trade regime — shaped by decades of…
Oil prices were trading higher and heading for their strongest weekly advance in weeks, driven largely by escalating geopolitical tensions and concerns over supply disruptions — particularly related to Venezuela’s crude exports and broader risk factors affecting global crude markets. Benchmarks such as Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) both rose as traders weighed these…
In 2025, Nvidia continued to dominate technology headlines and set the pace for the broader semiconductor and artificial-intelligence industries. The company’s performance wasn’t just about impressive stock gains — it was a year of strategic milestones, product launches, ecosystem expansion, and significant industry influence. Below are the 15 standout events that shaped Nvidia’s narrative throughout…
A significant number of Canadians are not taking advantage of free tools to monitor their credit scores and reports, even though these resources are widely available and can play a crucial role in financial planning. Understanding and tracking your credit score is important because it affects everything from your ability to get a mortgage or…
Some market analysts now believe that Wall Street may be underestimating the strength of the economic landscape as we move into 2026, and that optimistic trends could support stocks even as many investors prepare for slower growth or persistent volatility. While uncertainties remain — particularly around interest rates and geopolitical tensions — a combination of…
As investors prepare for 2026, a common impulse is to park large amounts of money in cash accounts to avoid market volatility and economic uncertainty. Keeping cash on the sidelines feels safe because it isn’t subject to stock price swings or credit risk. But financial experts increasingly point out that sitting on cash for years…
Gold and silver have continued to reach fresh all-time highs, extending one of the strongest rallies in decades for precious metals as 2025 winds down. Both metals have been key outperformers in global markets, drawing significant investor interest amid shifting macroeconomic conditions and ongoing uncertainty about future monetary policy. Gold has climbed sharply, trading around…
Intel’s stock delivered a notable rally in 2025, outperforming many expectations and drawing renewed investor attention to the aging semiconductor giant. Shares climbed sharply as the company reported improving financial results, execution on key product ramp-ups, and progress in strategic technology areas. While the short-term performance was strong enough to erase earlier losses and broaden…
The year 2025 proved to be a watershed moment in the relationship between Canada and the United States, as tensions that had been building suddenly burst into the open and reshaped what had long been one of the world’s closest bilateral partnerships. After decades of steady cooperation on trade, security, and border policy, a series…
Shopify’s stock performance in 2025 has already shown strong momentum, supported by consistent revenue growth, improving profitability, and strategic innovation — and there are signs that 2026 could be an especially significant year for the company’s stock performance. Rather than resting on past gains, Shopify is investing in new technologies and global expansion that may…
A well-known Canadian company has become notably cheaper than it has been in years, prompting some long-term investors and analysts to say this might be a good entry point — but only if you understand its risks and business fundamentals. When a quality business trades at below-average valuation levels relative to its historical norms, it…
Investors with a long time horizon — especially those planning to hold through economic cycles and reinvest earnings — often look for companies with structural growth drivers, strong competitive advantages, and the ability to compound cash flow over decades. Two Canadian names fit this profile and could, in theory, help patient investors grow a significant…
As 2025 closes, certain well-positioned Canadian companies stand out for potential strength heading into 2026. These aren’t speculative picks but fundamentally sound businesses with clear catalysts that could help drive earnings and share price appreciation. For investors with a long-term perspective — especially within tax-advantaged accounts like a TFSA or RRSP — establishing positions now…
For investors building a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) with a long horizon, choosing a single high-quality Canadian stock that can be held “forever” isn’t about guessing the next hot sector — it’s about finding a business with durable competitive advantages, predictable cash flows, and a history of strong capital allocation. One Canadian company stands out…
A powerful structural shift is taking place in the global economy, and it’s poised to influence Canadian investment strategies throughout 2026 and beyond. The megatrend centres on clean energy and electrification, driven by rising demand for renewable power, electric vehicles (EVs), battery storage systems, and the materials and infrastructure that support these technologies. Rather than…
