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How Trump and Biden economic and tax plans differ in ways that could impact Main Street

The 2020 election choices are stark in Donald Trump versus Joe Biden, and on issues of taxes and the economy deciding on a vote has rarely been harder for business owners.

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How to invest ahead of the 2020 election, according to top advisors

Infrastructure, renewable energy and technology stocks will be among the big winners with a potential Biden win. On the flipside, defense and financial stocks with benefit under a Trump administration, experts say.

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Bitcoin price hits record high for 2020 after PayPal finally adds cryptocurrency

Business Insider | Ben Winck | Oct 21, 2020 Bitcoin leaps to highest since July 2019 after PayPal opens service to cryptocurrencies Bitcoin spiked as much as 8% higher on Wednesday after PayPal revealed it will soon allow users to buy, sell, and hold the popular cryptocurrency. The leap pushed bitcoin to an intraday peak


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Will my Social Security be enough? How financial advisors can prepare clients for what's coming in retirement

Headlines about Social Security may prompt fears that it won't be there for retirees when they need it. Here's how advisors can demystify the latest news, and help clients come up with retirement income plans they can count on.

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Two months later, some states still haven’t paid $300 unemployment boost

Alaska and New Jersey plan to begin disbursing funding through the Lost Wages Assistance program this week, more than two months after the federal aid program for unemployed workers was created.

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Canada’s first public Bitcoin fund hits $100M mark

Cointelegraph | Helen Partz | Oct 21, 2020 Shares of Canada’s first publicly listed Bitcoin fund are up 30% since its launch in April. Canadian digital asset manager 3iQ has recorded a major milestone fo its public Bitcoin (BTC) fund. The Bitcoin Fund — Canada’s first Bitcoin fund listed on a major stock exchange —


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Understanding The Scientific Research And Experimental Development Program

Guest Post | Oct 21, 2020 It's essential for businesses in Canada to keep up to date with the latest programs and initiatives that could be of benefit to their brands, and any company investing in scientific research or experimental development should absolutely be aware of the SR&ED program. This guide will take a look


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CEX.IO’s Executive Director Predicts the Future of Crypto Exchanges

Finance Magnates | Oct 19, 2020 Crypto assets continue to be some of the most promising instruments traded in 2020. To better understand this growing space, Finance Magnates spoke with Konstantin Anissimov, Executive Director at UK cryptocurrency exchange, CEX.IO for his perspective. CEX.IO Has Become One of the First Exchanges to Onboard Institutional Clients. What


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‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman died without a will. Here’s why you should have an estate plan

If you aren’t prepared, your financial life could turn upside down because of an unanticipated event. Or, decisions about your estate or your heirs could be made by a complete stranger.

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These three tech stocks may reap the rewards of a brand advertising rebound

Certain tech companies appear especially well-positioned for the recovery of brand advertising as marketers are looking for additional information about what they're getting for their money, along with the flexibility to switch out messaging or placements especially as the pandemic rages on, experts say. 

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Here’s where Biden and Trump stand on your taxes

The final debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic contender Joe Biden is set for Thursday. Here's what you should know about their tax plans.

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OECD Report Outlines Challenges Facing ESG Investing

CIO | Oct 19, 2020 Study finds ‘little evidence’ of consistent ESG over-performance in recent years. A new report from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) said that while “loosely defined” metrics seem to indicate that environment, social, and governance (ESG) investing provides superior returns, “a more in-depth analysis suggests that financial performance


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CIBC issues inaugural Green Bond

CIBC Press Release | Oct 20, 2020 Bond will help finance assets, businesses and projects that shape a more sustainable economy TORONTO, Oct. 19, 2020 /CNW/ - CIBC (TSX: CM) (NYSE: CM) announced today a USD$500 million, five-year green bond to help finance new and existing green projects, assets, and businesses that mitigate the risks


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Corporate execs are talking differently on earnings calls to please the machines

A recent study found that executives on earnings calls are increasingly avoiding using negative words and trying to sound more upbeat.

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SEC Chairman Clayton says mom and pop investors should shy away from these investments

Flavor-of-the-month types of investments make SEC chairman Jay Clayton nervous, he said at a CNBC event Tuesday.

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