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‘Trying not to die’: Tourism operators face heavy debt, even as business roars back

Maureen Gordon has weathered hard times before. She and her husband began running ecotourism outfit Maple Leaf Adventures out of Vancouver about a month before the 9/11 terrorist attacks devastated international travel in 2001. The rebound was relatively quick. Fallout from COVID-19 has proven much more prolonged. “The pandemic of course was incred...

UK’s £75 billion defence boost in face of threats from Russia and China

Why few bank fraud complaints lead to compensation

Sarah Bradley, the ombudsman and CEO at Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments, responds to a report that found only a quarter of banking complaints resulted in monetary compensation in 2023.

How Much Cash Do You Need to Stop Work and Live Off Dividends?

Want to retire early? Here's how much cash you might need to quit work and live off your investment income. The post How Much Cash Do You Need to Stop Work and Live Off Dividends? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Young people have given up on buying homes and are saving for cars instead

Gen Z and Londoners are prioritising four wheels over their own four walls.

Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate?

If you're worried about how much you'll earn in retirement, increase your income by investing in an ETF like this one. The post Here’s the Average Retirement Income for Canadians: How Do You Rate? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Annual home prices predicted to rise nearly 10% by end of year: Royal LePage

A realty firm is making a grim prediction about home prices in Canada, forecasting a big jump by the end of the year. Global's Nathaniel Dove explores why prices might go up.

Ford profit beats on commercial sales; EVs still dragging

By Nora Eckert (Reuters) -Ford Motor Co posted first-quarter earnings on Wednesday that beat Wall Street's expectations, bolstered by a strong performance in its commercial vehicle division and an increase in its hybrid vehicle sales. The company said it expects to achieve the higher end of its projected annual guidance of $10 billion to $12 billion in earnings before interest and taxes. Ford

European Commission allocates another €1.5 billion to Ukraine

The European Commission has allocated the second installment of exceptional bridge financing to Ukraine under the mechanism for Ukraine, amounting to €1.5 billion, reports the press center of the European Commission. The disbursement follows the European Commission's positive assessment of the agreed political conditions related to reforms in the j...

Psychologist explained how to maintain passion in long-term relationships

At the beginning of a relationship, there is a passionate stage for every couple when you simply can't get enough of each other. However, with time, this fades, and many couples encounter a loss of interest. What can help maintain passion in relationships, according to psychologist Dmytro Ostapenko. How to keep passion alive in long-term relationsh...

Ukraine war latest: Biden signs $61 billion aid bill for Ukraine; US began secretly providing ATACMS in March

Key developments on April 24: ・Biden signs $61 billion aid bill for Ukraine ・Pentagon ready to send $1 billion in weapons to Kyiv ・State Department confirms US began secretly providing Ukraine long-range ATACMS in March ・Sources: SBU drone attack destroys 26,000 cubic meters of Russian fuel in Smolensk Oblast ・Ombudsman: Children in occupied Ukrain...

Russia's oil and gas revenue set to double despite sanctions

Russia's revenues from oil and gas sales will nearly double year-on-year to $14 billion in April 2024 thanks to rising prices, according to Reuters. As the agency notes, these data highlight the difficulties faced by Western countries, which seek to limit the Kremlin's income and strangle its military machine. Russia's war against Ukraine prompted ...

Millennials, Gen Z, need government help ‘now more than ever’: treasury board president

Canada's Treasury Board President Anita Anand joins CBC chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton to talk about the federal budget and its focus on young Canadians — as well as the criticism it's receiving.

Meta forecasts higher AI spending and weaker revenue

By Katie Paul and Yuvraj Malik (Reuters) - Meta Platforms disappointed investors on Wednesday with forecasts of higher expenses and lighter than expected revenue, sending its shares tumbling as it races to catch up in AI. Shares of the Facebook and Instagram parent dropped about 13% in extended trade following the report, evaporating $160 billion worth of stock market value. Alphabet shares fell

TFSA Traps: Common Mistakes That Can Cost You Thousands

TFSA users are advised to avoid common mistakes and not pay unnecessary and costly tax penalties. The post TFSA Traps: Common Mistakes That Can Cost You Thousands appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

What's cheaper, EV or gas? This scholar crunched the numbers

Where you live and how much you drive each day matters when it comes to the cost-effectiveness of an electric vehicle, compared to gas. to A new UBC study crunches the numbers.

Average net worth of Americans by age — see how you compare

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Psychology of money and its impact on our lives

Money plays a significant role in our lives, and to accumulate wealth, it is necessary to understand the psychology of money. RBC-Ukraine reports, citing the Instagram page of the psychological portal Meclee, about the characteristics that distinguish people with significant wealth and how changes in attitudes and thinking are reflected in earnings...

Manhattan prosecutors reveal election crime driving Trump’s hush money case

Manhattan prosecutors reveal election crime driving Trump’s hush money case - The former president faces felony charges based on misdemeanour crimes. The DA’s office is beginning to show what elevates the hush money scheme to an election interference plot

Advice for Students Navigating the Job Market

Navigating the job market can be daunting and is often even harder for young people. Wincy Li from Toronto Metropolitan University joins Candace Daniel with some advice for students trying to find employment.

Top 6 US industries where you can earn the most money

Renting for life? Here's what that means for your financial planning

Renting your home for life doesn't have to spell financial sacrifice; it simply means directing your money elsewhere. Young people in today’s housing market can feel particularly hopeless, said Shelley Smith, an investment advisor at TD Wealth. Home prices are out of reach for many, and the higher cost of living makes saving for a down payment more...

Here Are 3 Phenomenal Reasons to Buy Lundin Stock Right Now

Lundin stock (TSX:LUN) has seen its share price climb higher from external and internal factors that are enough to make any investor drool. The post Here Are 3 Phenomenal Reasons to Buy Lundin Stock Right Now appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Health Matters: Canadian government adds $36M to vaccine compensation fund

The Canadian federal government is putting another $36 million toward a program to compensate people who were seriously injured or killed by vaccines. The new funding was announced as part of the federal budget tabled in the House of Commons last week. Katherine Ward has this story and more in Health Matters for April 24, 2024.

Meet a 31-year old who makes $185K/month at 90% margin - the story of @CharlieChang

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Practical tips for renewing your mortgage in 2024

Personal finance adviser Rubina Ahmed-Haq shares some tips about how to handle renewing a mortgage at a higher rate.

How to Build a Passive Income Portfolio Starting With Just $6,500

Looking to build a passive income portfolio? There's no shortage of great options on the market, including these three stellar picks. The post How to Build a Passive Income Portfolio Starting With Just $6,500 appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Airlines will now be required to give automatic cash refunds for canceled and delayed flights

The Biden administration issued final rules Wednesday to require airlines to automatically issue cash refunds for things like delayed flights and to better disclose fees for baggage or canceling a reservation. The Transportation Department said airlines will be required to provide automatic cash refunds within a few days for canceled flights and “s...

Tesla expects to book over $350 million in costs for layoffs

(Reuters) -Tesla expects to book more than $350 million in costs in the second quarter for the mass layoffs it began last week, the automaker disclosed in a regulatory filing on Wednesday. The electric vehicle maker also reiterated that it expects capital expenditure to exceed $10 billion in 2024 and to be between $8 billion to $10 billion in each of the following years. The filing follows

Billionaire Igor Makarov wants off Canada's Russia sanctions list

Shortly after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Canada issued a slew of sanctions, freezing the assets of alleged Russian oligarchs. Nine people have since been removed from the list, and billionaire Igor Makarov is also trying to get dropped. But as Jeff Semple reports, Makarov's plan may have backfired.

Average US annual salary by age revealed – see how you compare

CPP Enhancement: How to Make the Most of the Increased Retirement Income

Analyzing CPP enhancement through the lens of the rising cost of living can give you a more realistic idea of its impact on your lifestyle as a retiree. The post CPP Enhancement: How to Make the Most of the Increased Retirement Income appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Liz Weston: How to reduce your ‘widow’s penalty’

After a spouse dies, the survivor often ends up paying higher taxes on less income — something known by accountants and financial planners as the “widow’s penalty,” because women typically outlive their husbands. Couples who know what’s coming often can take steps to soften the penalty’s effect, but too many don’t think far enough ahead, says Barba...

If you're retired or about to retire, think carefully about your tax strategy

NEW YORK (AP) — Coming up with the best tax strategy in retirement can be much trickier than it seems, and tax pros agree it's a time when people need to be especially careful to look at their entire financial picture before deciding on a things like 401(k) withdrawal amounts and timing, or when to begin taking Social Security. “It’s the biggest ch...

Japan's yen slumps, hits 155 per dollar; US currency regains footing

By Samuel Indyk and Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss LONDON/NEW YORK (Reuters) - The yen dropped against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday to its weakest since mid-1990, with markets alert to any signs of intervention from Japanese authorities to prop up their currency. As the yen slid, the greenback edged higher, recovering against most currencies from falls caused by Tuesday's data showing U.S. business

Hackers steal $35k from George Conway’s anti-Trump Super PAC Lincoln Project

Hackers steal $35k from George Conway’s anti-Trump Super PAC Lincoln Project - ‘Since it was the vendor that was hacked, we are letting them and our bank’s fraud department lead any investigation,’ the group’s spokesperson said

The five decor mistakes that are making your home look cheap

Have you got any of these in your home?

Instagram fraudster 'Jay Mazini' has been sentenced for his crypto scheme that preyed on Muslims

NEW YORK (AP) — The former Instagram influencer known as “ Jay Mazini ” who swindled millions of dollars from online followers and a network of Muslims during the pandemic was sentenced to seven years in prison on Wednesday, prosecutors said. Jebara Igbara, 28, of New Jersey, had pleaded guilty to fraud charges, admitting that he created a Ponzi sc...

Eight ways 365,000 people are being underpaid, according to a money expert

GM CEO Barra compensation fell 4% in 2023 to $27.8 million

By David Shepardson (Reuters) - General Motors CEO Mary Barra's total compensation in 2023 fell 4% to $27.8 million, the largest U.S. automaker said Wednesday. The Detroit automaker also said GM President Mark Reuss' total compensation in 2023 rose to just under $18 million, up from $14.3 million, while Chief Financial Officer Paul Jacobson's compensation rose to $11.1 million last year, up from

Ontario government faces lawsuit over cancellation of basic income pilot

Members of a class action lawsuit against the Form government for its cancellation of the Ontario basic income pilot are seeking $200M in damages. Jaden Lee-Lincoln explains.

Business Report: Taylor Swift breaks more records

Taylor Swift's new album continues to break records. Plus, a major automaker picks Ontario for electric vehicle production, and investors gear up for a big week on the markets. Business Editor Kris McCusker explains.

25 Women Share Exactly How Much Is Sitting In Their Savings Accounts

If salaries are a taboo topic, then savings are completely off limits. Which is fair: the only thing more awkward than randomly asking a friend how much they have saved is bringing up your own saving efforts. It either reads as a brag, derails the conversation as someone emphatically acknowledges their privilege, or makes people feel anything from sheepish to outright ashamed. All of this means that savings are shrouded in mystery. We wondered...

Trudeau says Sask. families to get full rebate, even without paying carbon tax on home heating

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told reporters in Saskatoon on Tuesday that Saskatchewan families would receive "unaffected" carbon tax rebates "despite the fact the Premier is not sending that money to Ottawa right now." The provincial government stopped collecting the carbon tax on home heating from residents after the federal government gave an exemption on home heating oil that largely helped Atlantic Canada.

Premiers lash out at Trudeau over budget

This week’s federal budget has premiers lashing out at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over a planned increase to capital gains taxes as well as what they say is overstepping on infrastructure and pharmacare.

How to Build a Bulletproof Monthly Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $20,000

Income-seeking Canadian investors can consider holding shares of REIT such as Dream Industrial to create a passive-income stream. The post How to Build a Bulletproof Monthly Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $20,000 appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Moving jobs this often helps you climb the career ladder and earn more money

Ikea Canada cut prices on 800 items this month. Which ones?

Ikea Canada says it has lowered its prices for hundreds of items this past month as part of the company’s continuing push to make home furnishing more affordable.

Parker’s New Wash Plant Processes $250,000 Of Gold! | Gold Rush

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