2025 could see a structural shift in Canadian stocks as the Bank of Canada cuts interest rates to boost consumption. The government has also reduced immigration targets to ease house prices. Moreover, Trump tariffs could create short-term tensions in export-led sectors, especially automotive. How to optimize Canadian investments for 2025 Navigating these macroeconomic factors, you…
With so much economic and political uncertainty on the horizon, it can be challenging to know what stocks to buy today. Risks are high but so are stock valuations. The market has hardly corrected given some of the potential headwinds. Investors need to be cautious today. However, it is not wise to completely pull out…
As 2025 ushers in significant changes to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS), retirees might find themselves pondering the stability of their golden years. While government benefits are undergoing shifts, there’s a silver lining. Investing in robust mid-cap stocks can offer a cushion against potential financial hiccups. Two Canadian companies, GFL…
Suncor (TSX:SU) and Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) are giants in the Canadian energy sector. Oil and natural gas bulls are wondering if SU stock or CNQ stock is undervalued right now 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 total…
So, you’ve got $30,000 burning a hole in your pocket, and you’re eyeing that Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) like it’s a golden goose. Well, what if I told you that with a savvy investment, you could turn that TFSA into a veritable cash machine? Enter Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CHP.UN). Let’s dive into…
Beginner investors should really extend their investment horizon for as long as they possibly can. Undoubtedly, it’s a hard thing to do in the modern age when you can buy and sell stocks for little to no commission! Additionally, given that trading stocks have become a hot topic of discussion on social media platforms, it’s…
Brookfield Corporation (TSX:BN) is one of Canada’s most successful financial services companies. It might not be a household name, but it is quite familiar to those “in the know.” The company is involved in asset management, insurance, private equity, renewable power and infrastructure. In several of these business activities, it is a world-class competitor. For…
Image source: Getty Images Valued at a market cap of $30.88 billion, Telus (TSX:T) is among the largest telecom companies globally. Telus has two primary business segments: technology solutions and digitally-led customer experiences. With roughly 20 million subscriber connections, Telus serves mobile phone users and internet subscribers. While the TSX index has more than doubled…
Canadians can save, invest, and not pay taxes on investment income through the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Tax-free money growth is the salient feature of this well-loved investment tool. Some TFSA users became millionaires, although they might have employed high-risk strategies to achieve the feat. However, risk-averse investors can take a more cautioned approach and…
Image source: Getty Images Objectively speaking, the Canadian economy isn’t in great shape right now. High food and rent costs, stagnant wages, immigration challenges, the threat of tariffs, and falling GDP per capita all point to trouble. But here’s the thing: the economy is not the stock market. It’s a common misconception. There have been…