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Is money down on a car deal a scam?

Dealers often push for cash down, but is it really helping you—or just boosting their profit? How do dealerships turn your money into leverage, and what’s the smarter move for buyers?

The future of money: Digital currency is changing everything

The modern monetary system is experiencing a complete transformation because people are moving away from using … The Future of Money: Digital Currency Is Changing EverythingRead more

Market open: MicroStrategy’s bitcoin bet, Transat books Q1 loss | Mar 10th

The TSX is up 0.32%, while the TSX Venture Index is higher by 0.60%, as calm returns to global markets and investors look past the worst of the recent oil shock. U.S. trading is more mixed: the Dow is essentially flat, the Nasdaq is up 0.56%, and the FTSE 100 is higher by 0.65% as Wall Street digests a 900‑point intraday swing in the Dow and a pull...

9 money habits of people who never run out of cash by month’s end

You’ve probably seen it before. Two people earn almost the same salary, yet one of them … 9 Money Habits of People Who Never Run Out of Cash by Month’s EndRead more

8 benefits of the Wells Fargo Active Cash Card

The Wells Fargo Active Cash Card doesn’t try to impress with complicated reward systems or rotating … 8 Benefits of the Wells Fargo Active Cash CardRead more

X Money payments system set for April release

Elon Musk is moving closer to his goal of transforming X into an all-in-one digital platform. The company is preparing to introduce a new payments feature called X Money as early as April. Musk has repeatedly described his ambition to turn X into an “everything app,” similar to China’s WeChat, combining social media, commerce and financial services...

Posthaste: Oil supply shock could force the Bank of Canada's hand yet

There’s now a case to be made for an interest rate hike this year, says one economist, as the Bank of Canada gets set to announce its next rate decision on March 18.

Enbridge stock: Is now the time to buy or should you wait?

Considering its dependable business model, strong financial position, consistent dividend payouts, and solid long-term growth prospects, Enbridge would be an excellent buy right now. The post Enbridge Stock: Is Now the Time to Buy or Should You Wait? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Where Canada's richest person ranks among the G20 super-rich

The wealthiest individual billionaire in each of the G20 nations, the world's biggest economies.

2 stocks that could turn $100,000 into $1 million

Two top TSX stocks can form a dual-engine and turn $100,000 into $1 million over a longer time horizon. The post 2 Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $1 Million appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

How this app simplifies investing and stock analysis

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UK ticket holder claims £181million EuroMillions jackpot - making them instantly richer than Adele

The eye-watering prize was won on Tuesday night and the winner has become the third biggest UK National Lottery win of all time.

Experts in financial strategies that could make the financial landscape firmer

To become financially stable in the long-term, it is not enough to have a stable income. … Experts in financial Strategies that could make the financial landscape firmer Read more

Elon Musk and his billionaire friends are richer than ever

Elon Musk and his billionaire friends are richer than ever - Forbes says it has been a record year for billionaire wealth due to the AI boom and rising tech valuations

New superannuation tax coming for Australia: What you need to know

The Greens have backed a tax hike on super balances over $3million blasting open the door for Labor's long‑stalled crackdown on lucrative retirement tax breaks for the wealthy.

The money traps that wealthy people ignore

Building wealth depends more on your ability to save money than on your total income. High-income … The Money Traps That Wealthy People IgnoreRead more

Retiring soon or already there? These 3 REITs can boost your monthly income

Retirement REIT income is safest when occupancy stays high, rent keeps rising, and AFFO comfortably covers the monthly distribution. The post Retiring Soon or Already There? These 3 REITs Can Boost Your Monthly Income appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Citi CEO expects growth in investment banking, markets on strong activity

March 10 (Reuters) - Citigroup expects growth in the mid-teens percentage in investment banking fees and markets revenue in the first quarter, CEO Jane Fraser said on Tuesday. Shares of the company were up 1.2% in morning trading. Strength in equities and fixed income is driving growth at Citi's capital markets division, she said at the RBC conference, adding that the mergers and acquisitions

Smart ways to spend money wisely

Budget savings are a critical component of a long-term financial stability. As much as it is … Smart Ways to Spend Money WiselyRead more

Zelenskyy warns US sanctions relief gives Russia $10 billion for war

Billions of dollars will help the Kremlin wage war US easing of sanctions on Russian oil could bring Russia up to $10 billion — and this money will go to war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron. $10 billion that Russia will spend on the war Zelenskyy reacted to the US decis...

Argentina's Milei pitches to Wall Street as investors reassess emerging markets

By Rodrigo Campos NEW YORK, March 10 (Reuters) - President Javier Milei aimed to persuade investors in New York on Tuesday that Argentina's economic turnaround can stay on track even as war in Iran spooks markets, saying the central bank will soon be awash with dollars. Milei spoke to investors and executives at JPMorgan's new headquarters in Midtown Manhattan as part of "Argentina Week," a New

Only 6% of Premium Bonds prizes in the past year went to account holders holding less than £10,000

Less than 1 per cent of Premium Bonds prizes handed out between February 2025 and January 2026 were won by savers with a holding of less than £1,000.

The incredible real estate secrets of the world's multi-millionaires

From billionaire basements to celebrity closets and secret bunkers, we've uncovered the real estate secrets of the world's most luxurious houses

How I manage my money: Business owner on £10k a month wants to retire by 60

Could this $125 stock be your ticket to millionaire status?

Those looking to take their portfolios into seven-digit territory have plenty of options to consider. Here's my top pick right now. The post Could This $125 Stock Be Your Ticket to Millionaire Status? appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

RCMP warn of counterfeit bills after Nanaimo business unwittingly accepts fake cash

Nanaimo RCMP are warning people to check their cash, after counterfeit bills were passed as legal tender at a local business. Just this week, Red's Bakery says it fell victim to a fake $100 bill, and are pleading with other businesses to be on the lookout.

This is what a 100,000,000,000,000 dollar bank note looks like

The auction includes a $100trillion note from Zimbabwe, issued during the country's years of hyperinflation

Woman loses her US$21K savings on a too-good-to-be-true investment deal. How to spot financial fraud before it’s too late

Always listen to your gut

How new money enters the economy

From physical cash to electronic deposits, modern money is created in ways most people never see. This video simplifies the entire process and explains how money is born in today’s financial system.

North Bay, Ont., tenant says he’s worse off after accepting landlord’s $40K offer to move out

After a months-long fight with his landlord, Shannon Lucas accepted a $40,000 payout to move out of the North Bay, Ont., townhouse where he lived for eight years, but says he would give it all back if he could stay.

How much money do you need to retire comfortably in Canada?

Watch: Money, investment, and union? EU returns to the discussions on being competitive

The EU's slice of the global wealth cake is getting smaller.To solve it, one option is to finally merge Europe's fragmented financial landscape into a unified market. Or, in plain English: instead of baking 27 separate cupcakes, Europe wants one giant cake. View on euronews

@ the Bell: Gold gains lift TSX as investors weigh Trump’s Middle East remarks

Canada’s main stock index climbed on Tuesday, lifted by gains in gold prices even as a drop in crude weighed on energy stocks. Markets on both sides of the border saw early gains, but a sharp downturn by midday. Investors also evaluated comments from US President Donald Trump suggesting that the conflict in the Middle East may soon de-escalate. US ...

Nationwide fairer share: Customers hoping for £100 payment should put money in savings accounts now

Nationwide customers keen to ensure they would be eligible for a Fairer Share payment in 2026 should take steps now so they do not miss out.

10 clever money-saving habits from around the world

From mindful budgeting to bamboo coin banks, could these financial traditions from other countries make you richer?

Some states are reviving a push to tax the rich

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Chuck Collins figures he won life’s lottery by inheriting vast sums of money through his great-grandfather Oscar Mayer’s processed meat company, but rather than fight to protect every dime Collins has helped push to hike taxes on the ultrarich like himself.

Rachel Reeves set to rake in £1bn extra a year in VAT from drivers thanks to soaring price of petrol

The study found the Chancellor will net around £20million extra a month in VAT on petrol sales if average pump prices remain around their current level.

The Canadian energy stock I’d buy right now — and it’s a bargain

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) still looks like a bargain, even at new highs. The post The Canadian Energy Stock I’d Buy Right Now — and It’s a Bargain appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

The $658K reality check: Canada's benchmark price is falling and your nest egg may be shrinking — act now

Canada's housing market is stalling, putting your equity is at risk. Here's how to protect your money now

How I made financing faster for businesses with Merchant Growth

After the 2008 crash tightened lending for businesses, David Gens founded his fintech to help them secure the funding they needed to grow

I stuffed a piñata with $1,000 cash - strangers kept what fell out

I bought a piñata, stuffed it with $1,000 in real cash - ones, fives, tens, twenties, fifties, and even a crisp $100 - and headed to 5th Street Alley in Eugene, Oregon. The rules were simple: one hit each, and you keep whatever falls out. Things escalated quickly once the first bills started raining down and word got out that Penny the Piñata was loaded. One swing led to a full decapitation and a $79 payday, and from there it was chaos until every last dollar dropped. Now the big question is… can we hit 600,000 subscribers so I can unleash the $10,000 piñata next?

We won £4m on the lottery – here’s exactly what we did with the money

Two Lottery winners reveal what they did with their windfall – and the advice they received from experts

How just regularly saving £2 could net you £10,000 with the micro investing trend

Normally I'd say anyone who told you you could turn £2 into £10k, run a mile, it's a scam. But because this is investing £2 regularly every now and again, it can quickly add up.

What annual salary do you actually need to be happy?

In the UK, the average median salary is £39,039, according to the Office for National Statistics. However, despite a 4.3% increase compared to April 2024, 58% of Brits say they don’t feel financially comfortable. In addition, 25% admit to feeling anxious about the year ahead. This begs the question: how much money do we actually need to be earning ...

BC seeks money in 37 financial accounts allegedly tied to drug ring

The province is going after money in 37 accounts at several financial institutions, which it alleges is tied to a Lower Mainland drug ring that distributed cannabis and psilocybin across Canada.

Why saving money feels impossible for so many people and what finally makes it work

Almost everyone tries to set aside extra money at some point. Sadly it is rarely as simple as it sounds for most of us. You might feel stuck in a loop of spending all you earn. It is time to look at why that happens. Once you figure out the patterns you can start saving […]

As bombs fall, gold prices rise — and Poland is taking notice

Geopolitical unrest is driving private investors away from virtual instruments and towards physical bars and coins — assets you can lock in a safe, carry in a suitcase or bury under the floorboards. View on euronews

20 ways Canadians can lower investment fees without changing banks

Investment fees rarely grab headlines, yet they quietly shape long-term returns. A one percent difference may not sound dramatic. Over the decades, it can mean thousands of dollars lost to charges. Many Canadians assume the only fix is switching banks. That is not always true. Most major banks offer multiple account types, fund options, and pricing tiers. Small adjustments inside your existing setup can trim costs without moving your money. You just need to know where to look and what to ask. Here are 20 ways Canadians can lower investment fees without changing banks.

Trump’s net worth up by more than $1BN since White House return

Trump sees his net worth jump by more than $1BN since returning to office - The president’s crypto ties have been especially lucrative and have helped boost net worth to $6.5 billion

Iran: UN warns war costing $1 billion a day as humanitarian crises deepen

The UN’s emergency relief chief condemned the “$1 billion-a-day” cost of the war roiling the Middle East, at a time of severe cuts to the global body’s humanitarian work in emergencies and “soaring” needs