Market stories and economic updates from around the world — explained in plain English.
Japan's government bond yields are surging to levels unseen since the 1990s and the yen is at a four-decade low. Here's why this under-watched story could hit US and Canadian portfolios.
Read More →As China tightens rare-earth export controls, Canada is suddenly one of the most strategically important mineral suppliers on earth. But the real bottleneck isn't in the ground — it's the processing.
Read More →South Korea's market plunged nearly 10% in a single day and US tech stocks fell with it. Here's how a chip-driven selloff in Seoul became an American problem — explained in plain English.
Read More →The Russell 2000 is up around 21% in 2026 while the S&P 500 has added less than 10%. Small caps are leading for the first time in years. Here's what's driving it and what it signals.
Read More →New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is stuck between sticky inflation and a market begging for cuts. Here's the 'box' he's in, why the next FOMC meeting matters, and what it means for your money.
Read More →A narrow waterway in the Middle East is quietly shaping US gas prices, the CPI report, and the Fed's next decision. Here's how the Strait of Hormuz connects to your wallet.
Read More →The Bank decides on June 10 with rates held at 2.25%. For the first time in two years, the bigger risk may be a hike — driven by oil. Here's what it means for Canadian portfolios.
Read More →Kevin Warsh took over as Fed Chair in May 2026. His tougher, inflation-focused stance and the June 16–17 FOMC meeting could reshape the outlook for rates and markets.
Read More →Record highs sound great, but they also make investors nervous. We look at what usually happens after the market hits an all-time high.
Read More →Japanese stocks have surged well past their 1989 bubble peak, hitting all-time highs above 59,000. We look at governance reforms, yen weakness, the Buffett effect, and a new political tailwind.
Read More →The latest employment numbers came in much stronger than expected. We break down what this means for the Fed, markets, and your wallet.
Read More →After years of relentless price gains, Canadian real estate is pulling back. We look at where prices are falling and what's driving the shift.
Read More →The Fed kept rates at 3.50–3.75% after its cutting cycle. Here's what the pause means for your wallet, mortgage, and investments.
Read More →Europe and America are going in different directions on interest rates. We break down why and what it means for global investors.
Read More →The loonie has been weakening against the US dollar, and it's affecting everything from imports to travel. We explain the forces at play.
Read More →India's GDP growth is outpacing China and the West. We examine what's fueling the boom and whether investors should pay attention.
Read More →CPI fell to 2.4%, continuing the steady decline from 2022's peak. Here's what the numbers say and what to watch going forward.
Read More →Natural gas and electricity costs are climbing across Europe. We look at supply disruptions, policy responses, and what it means for markets.
Read More →Earnings season revealed some clear winners and a few disappointments. We dig into the biggest tech names and what they signal.
Read More →China's growth is cooling and the ripple effects are global. We explain how a slowdown overseas can impact your investments at home.
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