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February 2026 market update

Mar 06, 2026 - Canada Life

February was defined by tensions, tariffs, trade talk and shifting rate paths. See how these events filtered through markets....

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January 2026 market update

Feb 05, 2026 - Tom Fraser

January markets reflected shifting trade dynamics, persistent inflation, and rising global risk – all building pressure beneath the surface. Geopolitics, central bank decisions and energy markets contributed to the tremors shaping the investment land...

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December 2025 market update

Jan 08, 2026 - Canada Life

Global markets ended 2025 on a cautious upswing, with resilient North American growth, soft demand in China, and record highs in key commodities shaping the outlook for 2026....

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Holiday budgeting ideas

Holiday budgeting tips to help you get a grip on your holiday spending ahead of time to save you last-minute anxiety....

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Alternative holiday gift ideas

Tired of budgeting stress during the holiday season? Try these alternative gift ideas to celebrate the true spirit of giving....

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November 2023 market update

For the month ended November 30, 2023. Read our monthly update to find out what’s been moving markets...

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Insurance basics for kids

Insurance may seem like a complex topic to talk to your kids about. But sharing basic insurance concepts can help prepare your kids for the future....

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Investing basics for kids

It might seem odd to talk to your kids about investing, but by introducing the topic early, you prepare them for financial decisions they’ll need to make as adults....

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Dividend investing

To diversify and balance your portfolio, you may want to consider dividend investing. This strategy can help reduce volatility in your portfolio....

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Needs versus wants

Helping your child understand the difference between needs and wants will help them as they learn to manage their own money....

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Teach your kids how to budget

Learning how to budget is a core financial skill that will set your child up for future success. It’s never too early to start....

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Help your kids set SMART financial goals

Using the SMART goal framework to set financial goals can help your kids set and achieve their goals...

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