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Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on September 4, 2024

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on September 4, 2024
A Canadian investor trying to decide between GICs, bonds and bond funds (bond mutual funds and bond ETFs).

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Bonds vs. GICs: Where should you invest your fixed-income dollars?

Fixed income is finally back in a sweet spot. So, how should you take advantage, with individual bonds, bond...

Bonds vs. GICs: Where should you invest your fixed-income dollars?
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Annuity vs. GIC: What makes sense for retiring?

Can you compare apples to apples with annuities and guaranteed investment certificates for retiring? Let’s find out.

Annuity vs. GIC: What makes sense for retiring?
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Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs?

Many people near or in retirement are worried about stock market volatility. Does it ever make sense to put...

Is now the time for retirees to sell stocks and buy GICs?

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Investing

Why GICs are a good addition to an RRSP or a TFSA

If you’re looking for ways to protect or grow your savings, a GIC may be the right solution—especially if...

Why GICs are a good addition to an RRSP or a TFSA

Investing

6 times when a GIC is a smart investment choice

Yes, guaranteed investment certificates are conservative—and that’s precisely why they’re the right investment choice in certain life stages and...

6 times when a GIC is a smart investment choice
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How GIC interest rates work

Find out what factors affect GIC rates and how to buy these low-risk investments.

How GIC interest rates work
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Are GICs a good investment right now?

GICs can help cushion savings against the impacts of inflation and balance risk in a portfolio. Here’s how GICs...

Are GICs a good investment right now?

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Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on July 24, 2024

Making sense of the Bank of Canada interest rate decision on July 24, 2024

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