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At 53, I've never had any savings

I thought it was normal to live paycheck to paycheck.

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.

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....

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

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

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.

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.

I’m 65, tired of working and have very little savings — is it possible to live off CPP alone? Yes, but you'll need to make these 3 big sacrifices

It may be tight, but it is doable

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.

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...

Here are 7 ‘bad assets’ that could cause you to retire poor in Canada — how many do you own?

Avoid being trapped by these money drains

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

The charts that show why the UK can’t afford the state pension triple lock

The state pension triple lock is expected to cost nearly three times more by 2030

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

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

$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.

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

‘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

10 Countries Where Your Dollar Goes Furthest in Daily Life

10 Countries Where Your Dollar Goes Furthest in Daily Life

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.

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

Young Investors: How I’d Allocate $10,000 for Long-Term Potential

Young Canadians can achieve financial independence faster by saving and investing early. The post Young Investors: How I’d Allocate $10,000 for Long-Term Potential appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

How to Build a $15,000 Portfolio With Long-Term Potential

This investment portfolio idea uses just two low-cost index ETFs. The post How to Build a $15,000 Portfolio With Long-Term Potential appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

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

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.

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

Why Winter Storms Could Wipe Out Your Emergency Fund — Fast

Why Winter Storms Could Wipe Out Your Emergency Fund — Fast

The World’s Wealthiest Economies — And the Poorest

The World’s Wealthiest Economies — And the Poorest

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.

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.

Cash ISA allowance cut won’t hit existing account holders

Cash ISA allowances are expected to be cut by Rachel Reeves to try to improve investing culture in the UK

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)

I make £20k a month from renting out garages – it’s easier than buy-to-let

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

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

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.

Map reveals what it takes to be rich across the UK

Spoiler: It's a lot.

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

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

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

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.

Buffett and Gates share similar secret to success

The two billionaires are aligned on this one core principle

At 65 and set to retire with $357,000 in the bank: How much money can you comfortably spend each year?

The average Canadian retiree household spends roughly $62,000 per year. Based on this, retirees are wondering: Have I saved enough?

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.

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

More homeowners retiring with a mortgage

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

Mumbai – India’s Financial Capital & City of Dreams 🇮🇳🏙️

Welcome to Mumbai, the powerhouse of India’s economy and the unstoppable city of ambition. This vibrant metropolis is where business meets culture, where heritage blends with modern skyscrapers, and where every street pulses with opportunity. #Mumbai #FinancialCapital #CityOfDreams #IndiaEconomy #BombayStockExchange #CommercialHub #UrbanIndia #MumbaiSkyline

Trouble dealing with your finances? How to change your money mindset

It definitely came from your past, and it can determine a lot about your future. Your money mindset shapes whether you face your finances and make gains, or spin your wheels in avoidance and shame.

A beginner’s guide to Isas - almost half of us are missing out on tax-free money

Unsure where to start with ISAs? You're not alone fewer than half of us have one