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January 16, 2026 Image source: Lemon_tm/www.istockphoto.com The IT sector has become a key driver of India’s economic growth and contributes significantly to the country’s GDP and prosperity. With digital technology developing across all sectors, India is at the forefront of the next big technological revolution. One of these indirect beneficiaries is L&T Technology Services. It […]
Diversification is at the heart of long-term investing. Rather than relying on a single asset or market to achieve your financial goals, diversifying your investments helps create a portfolio that can withstand fluctuations with much less stress. For many Singapore-based investors, this balance provides reassurance in a world where markets move quickly and sometimes uncomfortably. […]
All 11 primary sectors of the S&P/TSX composite index ended 2025 on positive territory. The materials and financials sectors led the rare pack, with strong gains of 100.6% and 35.3% respectively. However, analysts believe a repeat of this year’s performance is unlikely. But for investors looking for a lower-risk option in 2026, Canadian banks stand […]
Since June 2024, the Bank of Canada has cut its benchmark interest rate nine times, from 5% to 2.25%. In this low interest rate environment, high-quality monthly dividend stocks may be particularly attractive to investors seeking stable income because they can deliver stable and reliable cash flows. Against this backdrop, here are my three top […]
The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is one of the best wealth-building tools available to Canadians. This allows investments to grow completely tax-free, and withdrawals can be made at any time without incurring taxes or penalties. In theory, it is the perfect way to build long-term financial security. In practice, however, many Canadians have barely scratched […]
Higher CPF returns are coming! Singapore is quietly on the cusp of the most significant CPF upgrade in a generation. In this episode we take a deep dive into the Lifetime Retirement Investment Scheme (LRIS) – first proposed in 2016 and now in its final stages – and explain what the government actually thinks about […]
The unconventional art of success: turn around! Turn around! Turn around! Most people think success is about finding the next big win. Charlie Munger taught us something much more important: before you try to succeed, first make sure you can’t be destroyed. In this episode of The Unconventional Art of Success, I explain the mental […]
Some people who want to stay invested prefer to buy shares in tranches rather than all at once. Breaking down a large amount of money into smaller planned investments is a systematic, defensive approach. Today, for example, an investment of $2,500 can create a balanced foundation that can mitigate potential headwinds given current economic conditions. […]
Canadian stocks may look a little sleepy at the end of December, but January will make it feel like three cups of coffee have been had. That’s why ‘ready to soar’ is important. It usually means that a company has a clear growth engine, a catalyst that investors can actually point to in 2026, and […]
