Inflation has ballooned into one of the most talked about topics—everywhere you go, you’ll hear grumblings about higher prices for everything from gas to groceries to housing. But a pause on interest rate increases announced by the Bank of Canada (BoC) could mean a new ‘flation is on the scene—disinflation. 

Who doesn't love a sale? Combing through discount bins to find that one passed-over, underpriced item can be a thrill for some (especially those in the re-sale game)—and if you're a savvy investor, you can do it with stocks too. 

The next time you hit that late-night drive-thru, consider that the Big Mac has been used as an economic indicator since the 80s. Are you lovin’ it?

There's been chatter about the US Congress's inability to agree on a course of action for managing the country's debt. But what is a "debt ceiling," and why does the world care so much about it?

The first time I played dice, I won $200. Being confident in my beginner’s luck and hot hands, I opted for another game and promptly lost $50. Not a big deal, right? It was only a quarter of my newfound wealth—but the pain of that loss overshadowed the pleasure having an extra $150 in my pocket brought me (and I sulked in a corner for the rest of the BBQ.)

Whether you're decades away or around the corner from retirement, planning for your Golden Years can be daunting, especially in today's economy. 

Earlier this month, the US Justice Department and the SEC charged several social media influencers with conspiracy to commit securities fraud through a series of pump-and-dump schemes. 

Forget a white Christmas—investors prefer green which might be why in the runup to December 25, they call upon the magic of Kris Kringle himself to boost their portfolios.