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The World’s Wealthiest Economies — And the Poorest

The World’s Wealthiest Economies — And the Poorest

A Week In New York On A $75,000 Salary

Welcome to Money Diaries where we are tackling the ever-present taboo that is money. We’re asking real people how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period — and we’re tracking every last dollar. Today: a marketing coordinator who makes $75,000 per year and who spends some of her money this week on nothing in particular — mostly just all the food. If you’d like to submit your own Money Diary, you can do so via our online form....

Should I get a 35-year mortgage and try to overpay – or a 25-year one instead?

Getting a long-term mortgage can reduce your monthly payments but you pay more in interest

Ex-Goldman partner's investment firm issues $1 billion in homebuilder loans

By Saeed Azhar and Niket Nishant NEW YORK (Reuters) -Pretium, a real-estate focused investment firm founded by Goldman Sachs alum Don Mullen, said on Thursday it has originated more than $1 billion in loans to homebuilders in the last six months. The company, which manages $60 billion of assets, started issuing these loans, in partnership with its real estate arm Anchor Loans, to expand its

Federal Conservatives raised a record $48.5M, spent $50M in 2024

The Conservative Party of Canada spent more than it brought in last year as it ramped up advertising and internal polling ahead of the federal election, despite breaking a fundraising record.

Froot Loops maker WK Kellogg agrees to $3.1 billion deal from Italy's Ferrero

By Savyata Mishra and Aishwarya Venugopal (Reuters) -WK Kellogg on Thursday agreed to be bought by the owner of Ferrero Rocher in a deal worth around $3.1 billion, as the cereal maker has been struggling with weakening consumer demand due to persistently high inflation. Deal making in the snacking space has picked up pace as food brands battle muted sales in the wake of price hikes owing to

2 TSX Stocks With Huge Upside as the U.S. Dollar Strengthens

Investors wanting to protect their future need safe Canadian stocks, like these two on the TSX today. The post 2 TSX Stocks With Huge Upside as the U.S. Dollar Strengthens appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

The creep of money dysmorphia – and why you think you’re poor when you’re not

The creep of money dysmorphia – and why you think you’re poor when you’re not - LET’S UNPACK THAT: After a CEO tried to claim he could no longer afford to work at his firm on a mere £250,000 salary, Helen Coffey looks into the phenomenon that sees us underestimate our wealth by 30 per cent

Cross-border report shows how much less Canadians are spending in U.S.

New data from Vancity shows just how much less money Canadians are now spending in the United States and through U.S.-based online retailers. Aaron McArthur reports.

3 Stocks Yielding Up to 8.5% to Buy and Hold

Investing in high dividend TSX stocks such as MCAN can help you generate a steady stream of passive income in 2025. The post 3 Stocks Yielding Up to 8.5% to Buy and Hold appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Bitcoin price all-time high: What’s behind crypto’s record-breaking rally – and how high could it go?

Bitcoin price all-time high: What’s behind crypto’s record-breaking rally – and how high could it go? - The cryptocurrency’s latest price surge has revived ‘digital gold’ comparisons

Delta Air expects profit boost betting on capacity, cost controls

By Rajesh Kumar Singh CHICAGO (Reuters) -Delta Air Lines said on Thursday its bookings have stabilized, prompting it to forecast a brighter profit outlook for coming quarters, even as pricing pressures continue to weigh on industry margins. Shares of the carrier jumped 9% in morning trading after the airline said it expects industry-wide capacity discipline to support airfares. Peers United

Map reveals what it takes to be rich across the UK

Spoiler: It's a lot.

The 10 Poorest Nations With the Happiest People (and What Makes Them Happy)

The 10 Poorest Nations With the Happiest People (and What Makes Them Happy)

5 Red Flags the CRA Looks for in Retirement Tax Returns

Here are five red flags that might catch the CRA's attention and that retirees should avoid. The post 5 Red Flags the CRA Looks for in Retirement Tax Returns appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Top 9 Countries Where You Can Retire on $1,200 a Month

Top 9 Countries Where You Can Retire on $1,200 a Month

Club World Cup 2025 prize money: How much will Chelsea earn if they win the tournament?

Club World Cup 2025 prize money: How much will Chelsea earn if they win the tournament? - Fifa has put up a $1bn prize pot at its revamped tournament in the United States

Got extra cash? Here's when experts say it's best to make a lump-sum mortgage payment

Being mortgage free can seem like a distant goal when the outstanding balance is in the hundreds of thousands of dollars and most of your regular payments are going toward paying interest.

I spent £300k to get a St Kitts ‘golden passport’ – I’ve never looked back

TSX moves closer to record peak as gold mining shares rally

By Fergal Smith (Reuters) -Canada's main stock index rose on Wednesday, with the materials group leading a broad-based advance as gains for U.S. technology shares fed recent investor exuberence. The S&P/TSX composite index .GSPTSE ended up 68.75 points, or 0.3%, at 26,972.32, moving closer to Friday's record closing high. "It's still a momentum driven market," said Michael Dehal, a senior

Here’s How I’m Boosting My Annual Passive Income to +$6,000 Next Year

Dividend stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) will add to my passive income in 2026. The post Here’s How I’m Boosting My Annual Passive Income to +$6,000 Next Year appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Most Cashless Societies by Digital Payment Usage, Ranked

Most Cashless Societies by Digital Payment Usage, Ranked

Sun Life Financial: Buy, Sell or Hold in July 2025?

Here's why Sun Life Financial stock could be a core portfolio holding to buy in July despite sustained U.S. market challenges The post Sun Life Financial: Buy, Sell or Hold in July 2025? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Ottawa revives electric vehicle incentives: What this means for your wallet

Federal rebate program returns with up to $5,000 in savings, aiming to boost EV adoption and ease financial strain on Canadian car buyers

Where Your Money Goes Further: 7 Cheap Countries, 3 Expensive Ones

Curious about where your travel budget can stretch? 🌍✈️ Discover the hidden gems where your dollars work harder, plus a peek at some pricier destinations to keep in mind! Let's make smart travel choices together. #TravelSmart #Wanderlust #BudgetTravel

Mumbai – The Financial Capital of India 🇮🇳🏙️ | City of Ambition & Dreams

Welcome to Mumbai, the beating heart of India’s economy and the city where ambition meets opportunity. From the Bombay Stock Exchange to Bollywood, this iconic city defines the spirit of India’s growth, grit, and glory. #Mumbai #FinancialCapital #CityOfDreams #IndiaEconomy #BombayStockExchange #UrbanIndia #MumbaiLife #IncredibleIndia

7 things you might be wasting your money on – and 4 you should pay more for

More homeowners retiring with a mortgage

Home price appreciation over the past 25 years described as a “double-edged sword” for today’s retirees

Buffett and Gates share similar secret to success

The two billionaires are aligned on this one core principle

Cineplex reports June box office revenue totalled $51.8M, up from $51.4M a year ago

TORONTO — Cineplex Inc. says its box office revenue for June totalled $51.8 million, marking the first quarter since 2019 that it topped $50 million in each month.

‘I save 70 per cent of my income’: People on their secret pension savings

A £1.2m pot is now essential for a comfortable retirement, according to statistics – and few are close. We speak to six people with healthy pensions about how they did it

I'm in my early 60s, make $200K and I'm planning to retire in a year. How do I figure out if I'm truly ready to retire, and how can I make the most of my final year of work?

You’ve made it to the home stretch. Now it’s time to make sure you’re really prepared

Why Winter Storms Could Wipe Out Your Emergency Fund — Fast

Why Winter Storms Could Wipe Out Your Emergency Fund — Fast

Merck shells out $10 billion for Verona in bid to diversify beyond Keytruda

By Sabrina Valle and Christy Santhosh (Reuters) -Merck said on Wednesday it will acquire UK-based Verona Pharma for about $10 billion, gaining a promising respiratory treatment as it faces pressure to diversify beyond its blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda. Merck is set to lose revenue from Keytruda, the world's top-selling drug with nearly $30 billion in annual sales, as key patents begin to

Nunavut elders are struggling, say pension is not enough

Some elders in Nunavut say their old age security payments don't cover the high cost of living in the Arctic. Elders receive an average of $920 a month, or a little over $11,000 a year. As TJ Dhir tells us, some are having to find other ways to make ends meet.

Average amount Americans have in savings, according to their age

These are the college degrees in 2025 that will make the most money in 5 years

These are the college degrees in 2025 that will make the most money in 5 years - Going to college in the U.S. has a hefty price tag, with the average cost coming in at $38,270 per year

Wall Street is higher and airlines surge on a stronger outlook from Delta

U.S. stock indexes rose in afternoon trading Thursday as Wall Street sized up quarterly results from several companies including Delta Air Lines, which led a rally in airline stocks after releasing a solid outlook for the rest of this year.

Belgium and Ukraine sign key investment deal to support business

Ukraine and Belgium have signed their first investment document at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome. Its goal is to support Ukrainian business, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot signed a let...

ISA or pension? The best place to save in every decade of your life

Starbucks China attracts bids at up to $10 billion valuation, CNBC reports

(Reuters) -Starbucks' China business has attracted offers for a potential stake sale, valuing the coffee chain unit at up to $10 billion, CNBC reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Asia-based private equity firms Centurium Capital, which holds a stake in Starbucks' competitor in China, Luckin Coffee, and Hillhouse Capital are among the contenders vying for a stake in the

$10,000 question: How much are you willing to risk lending to family when the odds of payback keep shrinking?

When lending family or friends money, it's all about boundaries.

At 53, I've never had any savings

I thought it was normal to live paycheck to paycheck.

How I Manage My Money: Tutor, on £1.3k, who isn’t saving into a pension

Should my first home be an investment property?

Investing in a rental property could work out, but it isn’t for the faint of heart.

Ramit Sethi's 10 rules of money (hint: you don't need to buy a home)

Personal finance expert Ramit Sethi gets fired up when confronted with the view of home ownership being the ultimate wealth-building investment. Here are his 10 money rules

Nvidia becomes 1st company to top $4 trillion valuation

Nvidia has become the first company ever to hit the $4 trillion valuation mark, benefiting from an ongoing surge in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The tech company first topped the $1 trillion mark in June 2023 and has since quadrupled in value despite setbacks in April due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s wave of new tariffs.

12 Places Where Cash Is Still King—And 8 Where Digital Payments Rule

12 Places Where Cash Is Still King—And 8 Where Digital Payments Rule

How to Allocate $5,000 Across 5 Promising Market Sectors

Got $5,000 in your investment account? Here's how to deploy it across five promising sectors for potentially solid returns The post How to Allocate $5,000 Across 5 Promising Market Sectors appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Cash ISA is ‘cornerstone’ of saving for millions and must stay, Reeves warned

There is a broad expectation that Rachel Reeves will cut the cash ISA allowance from £20,000 a year