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Why individual investors may want to rethink a 'set-it-and-forget-it' strategy in 2025

Why individual investors may want to rethink a 'set-it-and-forget-it' strategy in 2025

The S&P 500 index provided investors with record gains over the past two years. In 2025, that same approach may not reap the same gains.

1 year ago
Could Trump's tariffs replace the income tax? Here's what economic policy experts say

Could Trump's tariffs replace the income tax? Here's what economic policy experts say

During the campaign, President Donald Trump floated an "all tariff policy" he said would replace federal income tax. Here's what economic policy experts say.

1 year ago
Tech Leaders Launch Build Canada for Innovation Policy Reform

Tech Leaders Launch Build Canada for Innovation Policy Reform

Launch | Feb 5, 2025 Top Tech Entrepreneurs Launch Build Canada to Push for Smarter Policies and Strengthen Canada's Economy As Canada faces a tense period of trade disputes and tariffs from the U.S. and with growing concerns over competitiveness, productivity, investment and innovation, leading Canadian tech entrepreneurs have launched a new initiative called 'Build


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1 year ago
Here's how Musk's access to Treasury system may impact Social Security, other government payments

Here's how Musk's access to Treasury system may impact Social Security, other government payments

The new Department of Government Efficiency now has access to a federal system responsible for $6 trillion in annual payments.

1 year ago
Regulatory Clarity for Crypto: Sacks Unveils U.S. Strategy

Regulatory Clarity for Crypto: Sacks Unveils U.S. Strategy

Crypto Regulation | Feb 5, 2025 U.S. Crypto Czar, David Sacks, Unveils New Crypto Strategy:  Key Takeaways from Inaugral Press Conference President Trump's newly appointed 'Crypto Czar', David Sacks, held his inaugural press conference yesterday to outline the administration's vision for Bitcoin and digital assets, signalling a positive shift in U.S. policy.  One that provides


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1 year ago
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway scoops up more Sirius XM, boosting stake to 35%

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway scoops up more Sirius XM, boosting stake to 35%

The Omaha, Nebraska-based conglomerate purchased roughly 2.3 million shares for about $54 million in separate transactions Thursday through Monday.

1 year ago
How to Value Startups: The Berkus Method

How to Value Startups: The Berkus Method

Valuing a startup can be a challenging part of the investment process. Unlike established companies, startups may not have a long track record of financial performance or steady revenue streams, so it can be difficult to estimate the valuation? One … Continue reading →


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1 year ago
As Trump considers ways to dismantle the Education Dept., here's what to know about your student loans

As Trump considers ways to dismantle the Education Dept., here's what to know about your student loans

The Trump administration is looking to shut down the Education Department. Here's what it could mean for the 42 million Americans with federal student loans.

1 year ago
Crypto ETF Battle Intensifies with XRP Dogecoin and Solana

Crypto ETF Battle Intensifies with XRP Dogecoin and Solana

Crypto | Feb 3, 2025 Crypto ETF Competition Heats Up as XRP, Dogecoin, and Solana Gain Traction Canada’s Purpose Investments announced that they officially filed a preliminary prospectus to Canadian regulators to launch an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), which may beat American competitors to market.  The proposed XRP ETF will provide investors with direct exposure


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1 year ago
The Diverging Paths of CBDCs, Privacy, and Global Payments

The Diverging Paths of CBDCs, Privacy, and Global Payments

CBDCs | Feb 4, 2025 CBDC Research Continues Despite Diverging Strategies in Canada, UK and U.S. While Canada paused its retail CBDC project last year, the Bank of Canada (BoC) recently published a 35 page report on "Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) for CBDC Solutions" while the UK is advancing its digital pound initiative and has provided


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1 year ago
Stockpiling ahead of higher tariffs is a big mistake, experts say

Stockpiling ahead of higher tariffs is a big mistake, experts say

Experts weigh in on how the urge to hoard certain goods ahead of potentially higher prices can backfire.

1 year ago
Millennials reimagine retirement: 'The end game might not be ... sitting on my Adirondack chair'

Millennials reimagine retirement: 'The end game might not be ... sitting on my Adirondack chair'

More than one-third, or 37%, of Americans want a retirement that looks different from previous generations, a recent report finds.

1 year ago
Vanguard announces fee cuts for nearly 100 funds, including ETFs with billions of dollars in assets

Vanguard announces fee cuts for nearly 100 funds, including ETFs with billions of dollars in assets

The asset manager said this is its biggest fee cut ever and will save investors about $350 million this year.

1 year ago
As markets absorb tariff news, it's a wake-up call for individual investors, experts say

As markets absorb tariff news, it's a wake-up call for individual investors, experts say

Plans for new tariffs on Canada and China and Mexico sent stocks falling early Monday. Even as markets recover, experts say it's a wake-up call for investors.

1 year ago
Trump signs order establishing a sovereign wealth fund that he says could buy TikTok

Trump signs order establishing a sovereign wealth fund that he says could buy TikTok

The fund would serve as an economic development tool and perhaps be used to buy TikTok.

1 year ago