August 2014 Canadian Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers released by Stats Canada show an overall inflation rate of 2.1%. But are we really celebrating? Dig into the details of natural gas prices surging 18% year-over-year. Find out more!
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Alibaba (the IPO) is happening today, and I am watching the whole sequence of events with great interest. I think I am prejudiced against Chinese investments like this, but part of it is because I honestly have no idea how the Chinese “market” works, and due to this how can I buy into one of their “market leaders”? It’s like asking me who is the best Pakistani Cricketer (not to be derisive about Cricket, my Grandfather loved the game, I just never watched it). I have no idea because I have no expertise in the area.
I was saddened to read about Rob Ford’s cancer issues. While I have lampooned the man, and his Mayoral run, no one deserves Cancer and I wish him good luck in his fight (I am hoping his fighting spirit works in his favour in this battle).
Apple claims 4 million iPhone 6’s sold in the first 24 hours of sales, which is interesting, since I heard from my sources that the Canadian Apple store was down at 3:00 AM when the sales were supposed to start. Amazing what tech crazes cause normal folks to do, isn’t it? Also interesting to see that the NFC chip in the iphone 6 will only work with Apple Pay (initially).
I remember when Charles De Gaulle while visiting Edinburgh shouted, “Vive L’ecosse! Vive L’ecosse Libre!“, well maybe not, but it seems my kilt wearing brethren from up North voted to stay in the United Kingdom. Speaking as the son of a Welshman, Pob lwc! and thanks for all the new powers that Wales will inherit from this healthy public exchange! As was heard during the campaign, Free Scotland! (from the Scottish)…
It is chilly and the leaves are changing colour here in Ottawa, and all the MP’s are back to do, whatever they do.
Continuing on with my discussions about the relative cost of school and such, I have found another interesting example for all of those parents out there that are wondering, “Should I start saving for my… Read More »RESP : What does $350 Look like ?
As with most things, financially it is never enough. You are never saving enough for things you need, or paying off enough debt either.
What is my TFSA limit ? You simply check the CRA web site, or you can call and ask as well. Remember money you withdrew this year, won’t be reflected yet.
