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Strong Jobs Data Pushes Bank of Canada Rate Cuts to 2026

Canada's surprisingly strong November jobs report, with 54,000 new positions, has economists predicting the end of rate cuts and flirting with the possibility of a hike in 2026. Discover the market implications.

Falling Rates Benefit Canadian Bank Balance Sheets

As interest rates fall, Canadian banks are experiencing a shift from term deposits to demand accounts, strengthening their financial position. Expert analysis reveals the impact on earnings.

CIBC Hikes Dividend After Q4 Earnings Beat

CIBC raises its quarterly dividend to $1.07 per share following a strong fourth quarter, with adjusted net income hitting $2.19 billion. Read the full analysis of the bank's performance.

Laurentian Bank sells $1.9B portfolio in strategic split

Laurentian Bank CEO Éric Provost details the strategic $1.9 billion asset sale to National Bank and Fairstone Bank, marking a significant shift for the Canadian financial institution. Learn the details and implications.

S&P 500 Dips, Crypto Rout Triggers Risk Aversion

Wall Street's rally stalled as a sharp cryptocurrency selloff and rising global bond yields prompted investor caution. Bitcoin tumbled 7%, while the S&P 500 briefly fell below 6,800. Read the full analysis.

Food Bank Use at Alarming High in Canada

Food bank reliance in Canada has hit a critical level. Learn the key facts and discover concrete ways you can support your community during this urgent time of need.

Trump Picks Fed Chair, Hassett Likely Choice

President Donald Trump confirms he has chosen his nominee for Federal Reserve chair, with top adviser Kevin Hassett the frontrunner to replace Jerome Powell and pursue rate cuts. Details on the selection and market impact.

Variable Mortgage Surge: Risks vs Savings

Canadian homeowners are flocking to variable-rate mortgages despite potential rate hikes. Expert analysis reveals whether the upfront savings justify the financial risk in today's uncertain economy.

Guelph senior loses $15K in bank card scam

Guelph police issue urgent warning after senior loses nearly $15,000 in sophisticated bank card scam. Learn how to protect yourself from financial fraud.

World Stocks Climb on Rate Cut Optimism

Global markets rally as investors anticipate lower interest rates following strong Wall Street performance. Key economic indicators fuel optimism for 2025 economic recovery.

UPEI food bank visits surge 60% as costs rise

University of Prince Edward Island campus food bank records dramatic 60% increase in student visits between 2022-2024 as living costs skyrocket. Learn how students are coping.

Debt Refinancing Advice for Canadians in 2025

Personal finance expert Christopher Liew explains whether refinancing debt makes sense with current high interest rates. Learn strategic approaches to debt management.

Carney's chief of staff draws rebuke for ethics comparison

PM Mark Carney's chief of staff, Marc-André Blanchard, faces Conservative criticism for comparing Carney's extensive ethics screen to that of Stephen Harper's former chief of staff. Discover the details of the conflict of interest review.

Variable-Rate Mortgage Savings May Be Ending

Markets now predict only 33% chance of another Bank of Canada rate cut in 2026 as bond yields spike. Learn how this affects mortgage rates and home affordability.

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