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At a time of heightened financial market volatility, household interest in the stock market remains a key indicator of economic confidence. This study looks at 32 countries where households devote a significant proportion of their savings to equities and other investment products. By analyzing

Since the re-election of Donald Trump and with Bitcoin reaching new heights, cryptocurrencies have never been as much in the spotlight as they are at the start of 2025. Yet they are an asset class that has often been disparaged in the past. In this study, we attempt to analyze the progression of

At a time when cryptocurrencies are establishing themselves as an unavoidable alternative in the global financial landscape, tax policies diverge radically from one country to another. Between total exemptions, progressive taxation and strict bans, these disparities reflect both economic strategies

Owning shares on the stock market is one of the most "classic" investments available in Canada. But is the appetite for stock market products the same in all countries? In this study, we try to compare countries in terms of the rate of investment in the stock market among the

The province of British Columbia is widely recognized for its appealing real estate opportunities, which has sparked significant interest and attention, with particular attention given to the city of Vancouver. British Columbia recorded a strong rebound in housing sales in May and in light of this

At $5.3 trillion bought and sold every day, forex is the most widely traded market in the world, and 80% of it is f just 8 major currencies and 7 currency pairs. Plus, the forex exchange market is open 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, offering more trading time than stock

In Canada, 1 in 20 people is Muslim, and Islamic principles determine that Muslims can invest but should avoid getting involved in deals with interest. Islamic finance should also avoid causing harm, which means products like alcohol, tobacco and gambling are also to be

Are you new to the world of trading and want to learn as you make money? Or maybe you want a passive way to invest? If so, copy trading is definitely an option to consider. With little knowledge required to start and a realistic expectation of 5% to 20% in annual returns, copy trading

If you had invested $10,000 in January 2001 in an ETF (exchange-traded fund) that passively tracks the most famous stock market index in the US, the S&P 500, by the end of 2022, your investment would have been worth

5.93% is the average annual return on the Canadian stock market for the past 40 years — at least two percent higher than the most attractive high savings bank accounts. And that number almost doubles if you enlarge your investments to the U.S. Yet, 1 in 4 Canadians are not confident in the stock

Canada is a big player when it comes to crypto mining. Most months, Canada is the fourth-largest Bitcoin mining country in the world, with more than 10% of the cryptocurrency regularly being mined in the country. Indeed, cloud mining is attracting more and more Canadians as a way to make a profit

Contracts for Difference (CFDs) were created in the UK in the 1970s in order to leverage trades on gold before becoming a widely traded derivative in the 1990s. In the late 1990s, CFDs became tradable for retail clients in the UK and then grew exponentially with technological advancements through

Did you know that 40% of cryptocurrency owners in Canada have invested in Ethereum? Ethereum remains the second-most traded currency on crypto exchange platforms in Canada, So how do you buy Ethereum online and what is the best platform to invest in ETH? Check out our ranking of the best platforms

So you’ve decided to start investing and just discovered how many trading platforms there are in Canada to choose from. You also want to consider things like trading platform fees and what assets the various brokerages will allow you to

If you are new to investing and you’re looking for new trading strategies, it can be hard to know where to start. There are so many methods and strategies that it can be a bit overwhelming when starting out

Fusion Markets is an Australian trading brokerage company which has emerged in the global market. Founded by veteran financial experts, Fusion Markets boasts low fees, high-leverage options, and decent customer

The Forex trading industry is expanding at a rapid pace and more Canadian day traders are seeking to join the Forex markets. One of the main reasons for the increase in Forex trading is that investors can trade anywhere in the world at any given time. Unlike stocks that are listed on specific

Most people were once locked out of day trading. In 2025, it is not only common but easy to do from home thanks to online trading platforms and apps. Stocks, CFDs and commodities are now at traders'

Day trading has increased rapidly over the last few years thanks in part to the spread of regulated low-cost online brokers, as well as the continuous improvements of online trading

Did you know that the average Canadian household is facing a retirement savings shortfall of about 43%? This means that many Canadians may not have enough money saved to support themselves in retirement and may need to rely on government programs such as the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age

As a website committed to its users wallet, HelloSafe wanted to know more about investment habits in Canada. A total of 987 people responded to our survey between 15 March and 30 April 2024, from which it appears that the stock market and real estate are the two preferred investment solutions among

In this short guide, we will introduce you to Coinbase, walk you through setting up an account and help you start trading.

All about mining cryptocurrency. Learn more about this increasingly popular source of passive income.

Learn where to purchase cryptocurrency in Canada and the best cryptos to buy in the short term and long term.

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This guide to staking Cardano will explain what staking is, where you can do it and how much money you can expect to make.

This guide to staking Polkadot will explain what staking is, where you can do it and how much money you can expect to make.

About the process of staking Ethereum, the basics and how much you could make.

Our ranking of the top cryptos to buy right now in Canada. Bitcoin? Stellar? Dogecoin? Litecoin? See which made our list.

This guide is a short intro to the eToro trading platform looking at some of its advantages and disadvantages.

This guide is a short intro to NFTs and a look at the different platforms on which you can buy and sell them.

This short guide will introduce you to the Locked-In Retirement Account, explains its benefits and uses and explains how to apply for one.

A quick and simple introduction to the Life Income Fund, its benefits and uses and how to go about applying for one.

This is a short comparative guide to Questrade and Wealthsimple to enable you to choose the right investment platform for you.

This is HelloSafe guide to getting started in crypto staking and an introduction to the best platforms operating in Canada.

The guide below tells you everything you need to know about TFSAs vs RRSPs, how they differ and how each account is taxed

Our review of Qtrade provides a comparison with other brokers as well as a step by step guide to the different products offered and how to set up an account

Our review of VirgoCX cryptocurrency exchange, examining pro and cons and how to set up an account

This guide will help consumer understand what an RRP loan is, choose one that best suits their needs and understand the application process.

RESP: The tax-efficient way to save for your children's post-secondary education. The top RESP and how they work. Start saving better today.

Learn how crypto wallets work. Why crypto investors need one. And how to compare and pick the best crypto wallet.

All about the RRSP and Home Buyers Plan. Borrow from your registered retirement savings plan to save on your mortgage!

A guide to commodity trading. Learn how commodity investment works. See the best commodity ETFs and compare online brokers.

Our complete guide to annuities. Learn about this valuable investment tool. How to pick the best annuity for your retirement.

The cryptocurrency world has grabbed the world’s attention. But not everyone understands NFTs and their potential. Some non-fungible tokens may be a good investment opportunity like in the early days of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Although crypto has been a focus recently, this

Save on your Qtrade investments with HelloSafe's exclusive offer. Use our Qtrade promo code for 50 free trades.

Wondering how Canada T-Bills or U.S. T-bills work? This guide to Treasury bills covers how they work, where to buy them and more.

All about Registered Retirement Income Funds. How RRIFs work. Minimum withdrawal rates. How to convert your RRSP into an RRIF.

Your guide to Registered Disability Savings Plans, eligibility requirements, and how to open the best one for you or your dependant.

See how much money you can save in your RDSP account with our free online calculator. Contributions, grants, bonds and interest.