Category : Banking Finance


National Bank Q1 Profit Hits $1.25B, Up from $997M

National Bank of Canada reports a substantial increase in first-quarter profits, reaching $1.25 billion compared to $997 million in the same period last year, reflecting strong financial performance.

Alberta Budget 2026: Fiscal Rules at Risk

With oil prices down and a balanced-budget requirement looming, Alberta's Smith government faces tough choices in Budget 2026. Will they cut spending growth or find creative ways to delay fiscal discipline?

Stripe Eyes PayPal Acquisition in Digital Payments Market

Payment processing giant Stripe is considering acquiring all or parts of PayPal, according to sources familiar with the matter. The potential move comes as PayPal faces challenges from competitors like Apple Pay and Google Pay.

Jamie Dimon's Credit Market Concerns Are Justified

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon's warnings about credit market parallels to 2008 are well-founded as liquidity providers shrink and ETFs dominate corporate bond holdings, creating vulnerability to sudden selling pressure.

Scotiabank Q1 Profit Soars to $2.3 Billion

Scotiabank announced a first-quarter profit of $2.3 billion, a substantial increase from $993 million in the same period last year, reflecting strong financial performance.

Protecting Savings if Quebec Separates: Financial Strategies

Quebec residents concerned about potential separation can protect savings through international diversification, currency risk management, and avoiding concentration in Canadian assets. Experts advise balancing portfolios against political uncertainty.

Lagarde: ECB Must Be Agile on Interest Rates

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stresses the need for policy flexibility amid economic uncertainties, while reaffirming her commitment to serve her full term.

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