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Investing Volatile markets can trigger emotional investing driven by biases like overconfidence and herd behaviour. Experts explain how to stay disciplined. Photo by Paige Taylor White / The Canadian Press Investing your money in the stock market can be more emotional than analytical, especially when the markets are volatile. And at times, it can be hard to keep those emotions in check.

Spend As tipping prompts become more frequent and suggested amounts climb, Canadians are feeling the strain. Here’s how to approach tipping thoughtfully without stretching your budget. Photo by Sammy Kogan / The Canadian Press With many Canadians facing greater financial constraints, sentiment around tipping culture is shifting.

Estate Planning Medical assistance in dying (MAID) in Canada involves more than eligibility. Understand how financial planning, powers of attorney, and end-of-life decisions fit together. Photo from Freepik Medical assistance in dying (MAID) is one of the most sensitive and complex healthcare topics in Canada. For many individuals, it raises important considerations around dignity, personal autonomy, and how personal values are respected during our last stage of life.

Investing Quarterly results show profit gains at Cogeco, Roots and BlackBerry despite ongoing revenue pressure and uneven forward guidance. Here’s a round-up of news for Canadian investors this week. Why trust us MoneySense is an award-winning magazine, helping Canadians navigate money matters since 1999. Our editorial team of trained journalists works closely with leading personal finance experts in Canada.

Investing Experts say rising geopolitical tensions and higher defence budgets are reshaping investing strategies, with opportunities spanning weapons, tech and infrastructure. Image by Paige Taylor White / The Canadian Press With global hostilities rising, experts say investors should take a fresh look at defence companies. The defence industry is much broader than weapons-focused firms.

Travel Rising fuel prices and geopolitical tensions are pushing Canadians to rethink when and how they book travel, with many locking in trips earlier than usual. Image by Graham Hughes / Canadian Press Aidan D’Souza usually starts planning international trips at least six months ahead of time. But now, he says that’s not early enough to lock in lower prices. For his upcoming trip in January, D’Souza started monitoring flight prices to Japan last month.

Estate Planning A pet trust can ensure your furry friend is cared for if you die first. Here’s how Canadians are including pets in their wills—and how much they’re setting aside. Image from Freepik Most Canadians know they should have a will and most don’t want to think about it. Writing a will forces difficult decisions about family, inheritance, and legacy—topics too weighty to avoid, not that we don’t try. The data shows that 78% of Canadians who start an estate plan fail to finish it.

MoneyFlex From investing too late to lacking an emergency fund, many Canadian women share similar regrets. Here’s what Gen Z can do now to get ahead. Image from Freepik Nearly 7 in 10 Canadian women (69%) say they’d make different financial decisions if they could go back in time, according to new research from Meridian. And for women in their late 20s to mid-40s, the years where money decisions start to compound, the level of regret is even greater.

Investing A JD Power survey finds fintechs leading on satisfaction and innovation, while more DIY investors plan to seek human financial advice. Photo by Spencer Colby / The Canadian Press Fintech companies are leading in client satisfaction compared with self-directed brokerages at traditional banks, a new report shows.

Debt Tax season can push Canadians deeper into debt as many rely on refunds. Here’s why it’s happening, and how to avoid a surprise bill or debt spiral. Image from Freepik If you typically carry a credit card balance, you’re in good company. The recent Study of the Canadian Consumer (Winter 2026) by Vividata shows that more than 1 in 3 Canadians (36%) usually have a credit card balance from month to month.