Canada’s World Cup hosting: A billion-dollar gamble or a golden opportunity?
The 2026 World Cup is both a soccer tournament and a major investment for Canada. But here is the big question: Is this money well spent? The starting point is economics. Supply and demand are the two forces that determine who pays and who profits. The supply of this word-class event is low. Only one […]
Why managing your team of financial advisers is an important task
There are similarities to how our Prime Minister is trying to manage our country and how individuals manage their finances. The idea for this column came from the news that Prime Minister Carney is considering whether Canada should join the European Union. This would be a strategic move to further develop our European relationships and […]
How to manage stock market volatility: Why it’s actually a sign of a healthy system
Understanding that stocks can suddenly lose significant value is important before you invest, writes Peter Watson. Are you a nervous investor? There are many reasons that could be the case. U.S. tariffs have upset global trade, including with Canada. The U.S. has threatened our sovereignty and that of other countries. It also boasts about recent […]
Benefits of starting to invest early in Ontario: Why age matters
Starting to invest early in life can provide you with experience that could lead to better investment outcomes, writes Peter Watson. We recommend you start investing as early in life as possible. This could apply to parents who establish an investment fund for their children. Investors should be encouraged to take a long-term approach. Meaning, […]
The $0 rent hack: Is house-sitting the answer to the housing crisis?
House-sitting offers financial benefits that might help reduce the high cost of housing, writes Peter Watson. Owning or renting a house can be very expensive, so it is time to consider some creative options. One idea is to be a house-sitter. Many people go away for the winter and summer. They do not want to […]
Kick-start 2026: Here’s how to establish a reliable retirement savings plan for your future
Starting a savings plan early can help you achieve your financial goals, writes Peter Watson. We have a New Year’s resolution for you. Hopefully, it will help you achieve your lifelong financial goals. It starts with planning how you will earn income for the rest of your life, and it comes in two stages. During […]
Knowledge is a Key to Investing Success
Using what is known about investing should lead to better investment results, writes Peter Watson. Some of the keys to successful investing were discussed during a summertime interview on Bloomberg with David Booth, Co-founder, and Chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors. I will give the key comments of the interview and then provide information to support […]
Financial Concerns are Growing for Many Canadians
Economic uncertainty is a reality, so this is a good time to reevaluate your personal finances, writes Peter Watson. There are early warning symptoms that more Canadian borrowers are starting to struggle with their finances. It’s a combination of increased difficulty keeping up with mortgage and credit card payments. Plus, we are living in a […]
Will stock values plummet if we have a recession?
Understanding how stock markets work and how they have performed during recent sessions can educate investors about the potential stock value outcomes if we have a recession, writes Peter Watson. Will stock values plummet if we have a recession? That is a major question for many investors who worry that the current trade war with […]
Investor Behavior Risk Can Be Costly
Investor behavior can be more of a risk than investing in stocks, writes Peter Watson. There are two types of investment risk and the one that is based on investor behavior can often be the costliest. The timing of this article is Influenced by President Donald Trump introducing tariffs that caused significant stock market volatility. […]