7 Sep, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Powerball lottery players in Missouri and Texas to split nearly US$1.8 billion jackpot
The second-biggest lottery prize in American history has a winner. Ticket holders in Missouri and Texas will split the nearly US$1.8 billion prize from Saturday’s draw.
4 Sep, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Despite weaker U.S. job market data, stock markets are holding steady
Investors on Wall Street and other markets kept their heads cool as data in the United States showed more signs that the labour market is weakening.
3 Sep, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Wages and salary data suggest getting a pay boost may soon get harder
Salary growth is expected to drop for Canadians in 2026, according to survey data, as StatCan reports business output and labour productivity declined in the second quarter.
1 Sep, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
The condo market is struggling. Are they still a good retirement plan?
Condos were once considered a safe investment for people planning their retirement, but Canadians are increasingly wary of investing in condos.
A closer look at the recent market volatility for tech stocks like Nvidia, and experts weigh in on whether these companies are worthwhile investments despite the risks.
13 Aug, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Is now the time to overhaul Canada’s Old Age Security? Why some urge yes
A ‘think and change tank’ is recommending the federal government overhaul its Old Age Security program, saying it could unlock billions in savings that could benefit those in need.
12 Aug, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Trump’s tariffs lead to record revenues, but U.S. deficit still climbed 20%
Even as Trump talks about America becoming rich because of his import tax hikes, federal spending keeps outpacing the revenues collected by the U.S. government.
Here are the winning numbers in the Saturday, Aug. 9 Lotto 6/49 draw for an estimated $5 million and the winning numbers in Friday’s Lotto Max draw for an estimated $60 million.
1 Aug, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Stocks sink on Bay and Wall Streets, but loonie rises following new tariffs
Global stock markets, including those on Wall Street and the TSX in Canada saw steep losses through the Friday trading day as new tariffs take effect.
31 Jul, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Canada’s economy ‘treading water’ after GDP dropped for 2nd straight month
One of the factors that helped boost the arts, entertainment and recreation sector? The NHL playoffs, which had three Canadian teams, Statistics Canada said.