Canada backs $100M Access Bank deal in Nigeria
Canada-Africa June 24, 2025 FinDev Canada Joins Global Partners to Finance MSMEs and Women Entrepreneurs Across Nigeria Canada’s development finance institution, FinDev Canada, has partnered with...
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Small business AI use is lagging, but one firm is channeling Sherlock Holmes and knocking out 'grunt work'
The survey found that only 24% of owners said they are using AI, including ChatGPT, Canva and Copilot in some capacity, compared to 76% who are...
Calgary’s Modular Raises Key Insurtech Funding Round
Financing June 24, 2025 Calgary’s Modular Solutions Closes Major Insurtech Seed Round from Strategic and Local Investors On June 19, 2025, Modular Solutions announced closure of...
Average 401(k) savings rates are at record-high levels. How figures compare to popular benchmarks
The average 401(k) savings rate is at record-high levels, according to a Vanguard report. See how the current rate compares to the recommended benchmarks.
The top private and public colleges for financial aid — 5 offer average scholarships of more than $50,000
These are the public and private colleges with the most generous financial aid packages in 2025, according to The Princeton Review.
How Government Grants and Incentives Impact Private Investing
In today’s competitive startup landscape, founders are constantly looking for ways to fuel growth without giving up too much equity. One often overlooked path to help...
U.S. ACCESS Act Advances to Ease Crowdfunding Rules
Crowdfunding Regulation June 23, 2025 U.S. Lawmakers Advance Bill to Boost Regulation Crowdfunding Access As reported by Crowdfund Insider, on June 11, 2025 the U.S. House...
Canada to Implement Digital Tax Despite U.S. Pushback
Digital Tax June 23, 2025 Ottawa to Enforce 3% Digital Tax Despite U.S. and Industry Pushback As reported by CTV News, the Minister of Innovation, Science...
Health-care cuts in GOP’s budget bill may add up to $22,800 in medical debt for some families: Report
The Republican budget bill may prompt an estimated 16 million Americans to lose health-care coverage. That will prompt higher medical debts, a new report finds.
Here’s the salary Americans say they now need to earn to live comfortably
Nearly half of Americans said they would need to earn a six-figure income to feel financially secure, according to a new Bankrate report.
Top Wall Street analysts like these three stocks for long-term growth
TipRanks' analyst ranking service reveals three stocks, including Chewy and Pinterest, favored by Wall Street's top pros.
How activist Barington Capital can collaborate with Victoria’s Secret to improve shareholder value
Barington is no stranger to Victoria's Secret, having been at L Brands prior to the spinoff of the lingerie retailer.
Why electricity prices are surging for U.S. households
Electricity prices are outstripping the pace of inflation by a wide margin — a trend likely to continue in coming years, experts said.
House, Senate tax bills both end many clean energy credits: 'It's just a question of timeline,' expert says
Many consumer tax credits tied to electric vehicles and home energy efficiency would be wiped out in 2026 as part of a massive GOP legislative package.
Diversifying Your Portfolio: Public and Private Markets
Diversifying your portfolio is one of the foundational principles of investing. By spreading investments across different asset classes, industries, and stages, investors may be able to...