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Hard Bacon | Julien Brault | Jun 16, 2022 When we launched our equity crowdfunding round in May, the stock market was down 20% year-to-date and the value of Bitcoin had fallen 35%. While many of our investors were eager to reinvest, it was also obvious that many of our investors were impacted by the

Older Americans who rely on Social Security for income have been forced to make some tough financial choices amid record high prices.

CBC | Tara Deschamps | Jun 15, 2022 Wealthsimple is laying off 13 per cent of its workforce as the financial services company joins the slew of global technology businesses facing "market volatility." In a letter sent to staff of the Toronto-based business on Wednesday, chief executive Michael Katchen said 159 of the 1,262 people

Your three-digit credit score represents your credit risk and impacts whether or not you can get a loan or credit card, as well as the interest rate you'll pay.

Plaid | Mark Sam | Jun 15, 2022 Plaid has two major announcements regarding our commitment to expanding digital finance’s positive impact on Canadian consumers and businesses. Since entering the market in 2018 – our first international market – we’ve worked with fintech companies, banks, credit unions, regulators, and industry experts to help improve financial

Consumers may be worried about higher borrowing costs and inflation following the Fed's latest rate hike. Here's what financial advisors recommend.

Since a 2019 federal securities ruling made it easier to offer actively managed ETFs, a growing number of funds using that strategy have come to market.

Seniors living on fixed incomes may have a tough time adjusting to rapidly rising costs for consumer goods and services.

Financial Post | Stephanie Hughes | Jun 15, 2022 Vancouver-based WonderFi Technologies Inc. will soon become the first Canadian-regulated cryptocurrency marketplace and registered trading platform to list its shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange.     WonderFi, which owns Bitbuy Technologies Inc. and is backed by Shark Tank star Kevin O’Leary, will list with the

Most millennial millionaires feel optimistic about the economy, according to the latest CNBC Millionaire Survey.

The Fed announced its highest rate hike in 28 years to fight inflation. Here's how that impacts your credit card, mortgage, car loan, student debt and savings.

When it comes to market volatility and rising recession risks, the best defense is a solid investment strategy, experts at CNBC's FA Summit said.

Consumers may not be looking forward to higher interest rates while they're paying more for necessities. Here's how raising rates helps inflation.

Companies including Tesla and Coinbase have announced layoffs. Losing your job and income is incredibly disruptive. Focusing on these first steps can help.

Today In BC | Jane Skrypnek | Jun 15, 2022 B.C. money laundering report calls for new law enforcement unit, provincial office B.C.’s long-awaited report into money laundering was released Wednesday (June 15), with 101 recommendations including the creation of a new law enforcement unit and permanent commissioner dedicated to addressing the estimated multi-billion dollar