When markets get jittery, even the biggest names can take a hit. But that’s not exactly what we’ve seen with Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY), the largest company on the TSX and the country’s most valuable bank. It’s long been considered a safe haven for Canadian investors, but with rising loan losses, concerns over consumer…
Canadians may be cutting back on a lot of things this summer, but according to the latest BMO survey, they’re not cancelling vacation plans. In fact, 77% say they still plan to travel, and many are spending over $3,800 on it. But to make those memories possible, many are also adjusting their budgets, as 46%…
Job-hopping isn’t just a Gen Z stereotype anymore. According to a new CVwizard study, a staggering 66% of Gen Z and 65% of Millennials are planning to change jobs in 2025. It’s not just about the money, though 35% said salary is their top motivator. Job security is just as important, with 20% citing it…
Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) is up 26% in the past year. Investors who missed the rally are wondering if BMO stock is still undervalued and good to buy for a self-directed Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) portfolio focused on dividends and long-term capital gains. Bank of Montreal share price Bank…
Image source: Getty Images TD Bank (TSX:TD) is up 26% in 2025. Investors who missed the rally are wondering if TD stock is still undervalued and good to buy for a self-directed Tax-Free Savings Account or Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) portfolio focused on dividends and capital gains. TD Bank share price TD trades near…
Market volatility isn’t something to fear — it’s something to prepare for. While many investors chase returns or panic during pullbacks, savvy long-term investors understand that volatility offers rare opportunities to buy great companies at a discount. With a smart strategy and a $35,000 plan, you can use market corrections to your advantage. One of…
When markets get rocky, and headlines scream recession, many Canadians start thinking about where to park their cash. And with good reason. According to a June 2025 report from BMO, concerns about inflation, recession, and job security jumped sharply from March to April. In fact, 76% of Canadians now say they’re more concerned about inflation,…
National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) recently delivered a quarter that turned heads. With its recent blockbuster acquisition of Canadian Western Bank (CWB) finally reflected in the numbers, investors are rightly asking: Is this Canadian bank stock a smart buy for a long-term oriented portfolio today, especially looking out over the next three to five years?…
Investors who have a decent chunk of capital to put to work in the market may certainly have good reason to look at Canadian bank stocks. Most of the top Canadian banks continue to provide robust growth year after year, with solid dividend income to boot. And given the heavily regulated nature of the Canadian…
Ever looked at your big Canadian bank stocks and wished you could own more of them without dipping into your next paycheque? There’s a way to do it. It’s called leverage, and it basically lets you control more of an asset with less money. Using leverage amplifies both price returns and income. If the underlying…