XSVM: Invesco S&P SmallCap Value with Momentum ETF
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OMFL: Invesco Russell 1000 Dynamic Multifactor ETF
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Home Country Bias
Home country bias refers to investors’ tendency to favour companies from their own country over those from other countries or regions. …
The Best Covered Call ETF (2024)
A covered call ETF writes call options on the stocks held within the fund to help reduce investment risk. This also allows investors …
Beta
A measure of sensitivity (i.e., volatility) of a stock or a mutual fund to movements in the overall stock market. …
IWY: iShares Russell Top 200 Growth ETF
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Bank Rate
The bank rate is an important tool for central banks to manage the economy and is closely watched by economists, …
Bank of Canada
The Bank of Canada is the central bank of Canada. It was established in 1934 and is responsible for implementing …
Death Benefit
The amount that a segregated fund policy pays to the beneficiary or the estate when the market value of the …
Bankrupt
The legal status of an individual or company that is unable to pay its creditors and whose assets are therefore …
Estate Planning Checklist
By going through this estate planning checklist once a year, you can help keep your estate plan up to date. …
Foreign Withholding Tax in Canada
Depending on how investors hold foreign securities, they may encounter foreign withholding taxes. For Canadians, when US assets distribute dividends, …
The Best Bitcoin ETFs to Buy in America for 2024
Bitcoin (BTC) has recently entered the realm of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These financial instruments enable investors to tap into the …
BITO: ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF
ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITO) aims to produce returns that correspond to bitcoin. BITO invests in bitcoin futures and does …
QQQ: Invesco QQQ Trust
Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) gives you access to a diverse group of cutting-edge Nasdaq-100 companies all in one fund. Invesco …
FTEC: Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF
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Sequence of Returns Risk
The sequence of returns can significantly impact cash flow, as financial markets fluctuate over time. While short-term returns are less …
SCHD: Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF
Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) goal is to track as closely as possible the total return of the Dow …
VTI: Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund
Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund (VTI) seeks to track the performance of the CRSP US Total Market Index. VTI …
Top 10 Hamilton ETFs in 2024
Hamilton ETFs is a Canadian investment manager claiming to be a financial sector specialist that launched their first fund in …
Succession Planning
What is Succession Planning? Succession planning is the process of identifying the critical positions within your organization and developing action plans …
XLK: Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund
Track all markets on TradingView Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK) seeks to provide an effective representation of the technology sector …
BND: Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund
Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund (BND) seeks to track the performance of a broad, market-weighted bond index. BND ETF …
EDEN: iShares MSCI Denmark ETF
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KILO.B: Purpose Gold Bullion Fund
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XHB: iShares Canadian HYBrid Corporate Bond Index ETF
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Mortgage Insurance
Mortgage life insurance is different from mortgage loan insurance, also known as mortgage default insurance. You must buy mortgage loan …
Mortgage Guide
Mortgages are loans that are used to buy homes and other types of real estate. Mortgages are available in a …
Group Life Insurance
Group life insurance is a single contract that provides coverage to a group of people, typically those who work for …
GHYG: iShares US & Intl High Yield Corp Bond ETF
The iShares US & Intl High Yield Corp Bond ETF seeks to track the investment results of an index composed …
SGOL: abrdn Physical Gold Shares ETF
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Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
The Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) is a monthly payment accessible to individuals aged 65 and above. GIS eligibility is determined …
Old Age Security (OAS)
The Old Age Security (OAS) is a federal pension program in Canada that provides a basic monthly income to eligible …
AGG: iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF
iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (AGG) seeks to track the investment results of an index composed of the total …
Management Expense Ratio (MER)
Management Expense Ratio (MER) is the total expenses of operating a mutual fund expressed as a percentage of the fund’s …
CPP Payment Dates in 2024
On January 29, 2024, the first Canada Pension Plan (CPP) payment for this year will be made. The CPP is a …
Adjusted Cost Base (ACB)
The deemed cost of an asset representing the sum of the amount originally paid plus any additional costs, such as brokerage fees and commissions…
What is the Average Retirement Age in Canada?
The typical age to start retirement is 65, aligning with the initiation of pension plans. Nevertheless, you have the option to begin receiving it…
Minimum Wage in Canada by Province for 2024
In Canada, the determination of minimum wage within each province or territory is the responsibility of the respective jurisdiction. Simply …
Climate Action Incentive Payment (CAIP)
Canadians will receive the 1st carbon tax rebate of 2024 starting Monday. Eligible Canadians will receive their first carbon pricing rebate of 2024… tax rebate of 2024 starting Monday. Eligible Canadians will receive their first carbon pricing rebate of 2024…
Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It is a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to…
COST: Costco Wholesale Corporation
Costco Wholesale Corporation is in the discount store industry which belongs to the consumer staples sector. Costco, founded in 1983, is currently…
The Best Utility Stocks to Buy in Canada for 2024
Utility companies supply essential services such as electricity, natural gas, and water, making them less susceptible to market fluctuations due to…
The Best Bank Stocks in Canada for 2024
Over the past decade, the largest Canadian bank stocks have demonstrated resilience during economic challenges and displayed high growth rates …
Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is a mandatory contributory pension plan designed to provide monthly retirement, disability and survivor benefits for …
The Best Growth Mutual Funds in Canada
Growth mutual funds are for investors looking for a higher potential return on their investment. These higher-risk funds primarily invest …
Universal Life Insurance
Universal life insurance is a type of cash-value life insurance that provides flexibility in paying premiums and a death benefit. It’s guaranteed, …
PolicyMe
PolicyMe is a Canadian digital insurance solution built to make financial protection for families simple and affordable. They make it …
Segregated Funds
A segregated fund is an investment fund available through a life insurance company. Companies keep these funds separate from the company’s …
The Best Stocks to Buy Now
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The Best Gold Stocks to Buy in Canada for 2024
Gold stocks are companies that mine, sell, or finance the extraction of gold. Gold is one of the oldest forms of currency in the world. The metal…
Whole Life Insurance
Whole life insurance is a kind of permanent life insurance policy designed to pay a death benefit to beneficiaries if …
What is a Portfolio?
Holding of securities by an individual or institution. a portfolio may contain debt securities, preferred and common stocks various types …
VALT.B: CI Gold Bullion Fund
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The Best Silver ETFs to Buy in America for 2024
Silver exchange traded funds (ETFs) closely track the price of silver and are generally more liquid than the precious metal itself. Like other precious …
PGHY: Invesco Global ex-US High Yield Corporate Bond ETF
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HEDJ: WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund
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ZFH: BMO Floating Rate High Yield ETF
What is the Best American bond ETF in Canada? Here is a table comparing ZFH to similar American bond ETFs in Canada …
INDS: Pacer Benchmark Industrial Real Estate SCTR ETF
Pacer Benchmark Industrial Real Estate SCTR ETF (INDS) is a strategy-driven exchange traded fund (ETF) that aims to offer investors …
SIVR: abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF
abrdn Physical Silver Shares ETF (SIVR) seeks to track the performance of the price of the silver bullion, less the …