ETF

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are the new darling of self-directed investors. Although they were first introduced several years ago, the democratization of investing has made it easier than ever to buy ETFs. Are ETFs really beneficial? What are their limitations? How do you actually buy them? How do you make the right choice? Here are a […]

Interactive Brokers is a publicly-traded company (IBKR), and its online brokerage platform contains several features, not found in some of the industry’s biggest players. Over the course of my career, I’ve had the opportunity to try out several brokerage platforms. I have to say that Interactive Brokers is one of a kind. Here’s a review of […]

The best online brokers for ETFs in Canada strike the right balance between competitive fees, a diverse selection of ETFs, and registered accounts. Bonus points if the platform is super easy to use and accessible across devices. But selecting the best broker for you is where things can get a little tricky. After all, free […]

Investing in gold allows for diversification of one’s portfolio, protection against inflation, and safeguarding of assets during recessions. Therefore, it’s not surprising that many Canadian investors are interested in it. However, unlike stocks or bonds, gold is a physical material, and investors who wish to acquire it will need to decide how they want to […]

Qtrade and Questrade are two well-known online brokers. In fact, many people confuse them, as if two boxers in the same ring were wearing same color tracksuits. We examine these two online brokers in more detail today in order to determine a potential winner. Is any online broker for you? Direct investing is for self-directed […]

Moomoo is a low-fee trading platform for stocks and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). If you’re an active day trader or new to self-directed investing, you’ll find this digital broker particularly appealing. Moomoo offers extended trading hours, access to foreign markets, free market data, professional tools, practice accounts, and more. With no account fees, no minimum balance […]

Cryptocurrency ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) are a type of investment fund that is listed on a stock exchange and invests in crypto assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. Cryptocurrency ETFs have been gaining traction in Canada for being a low-risk way to get exposure to cryptocurrencies without having to worry about things like security and liquidity. […]

Do you want to invest while keeping a clear conscience? If you care about things like the environment and ethics, then an ESG ETF might be what you need. The idea behind this type of ETFs was to fill an ethical, environmental and social need among investors very sensitive to these subjects. Young professionals were […]

The popularity of robo-advisor services is well established. Investors are most attracted to these products due to the fact that they are professionally managed. However, a new competitor has emerged and risks changing the landscape! This product is called an all-in-one ETF or an asset allocation ETF. Like all ETFs, you can buy all-in-one ETFs […]

Why do people invest in Canada? Actually, why does anyone invest their money in any financial market? It’s to achieve financial freedom and generate income or value from assets not related to your salary.  There are different ways to achieve this, mainly through active or passive investments.  The typical investment vehicles include bonds, futures, options, […]

The first Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), known as Purpose Bitcoin ETF (BTCC), launched in February 2021. It received a lot of hype and investor interest. Like the popular commodity and share-based ETFs that can be traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX), Canada’s largest exchange, to get exposure to their linked assets, the Purpose Bitcoin […]

If you’ve never heard of Smart Beta ETFs in Canada, you are not alone. Although, you probably know about Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), which have seen tremendous growth in Canada in recent years. According to the Bank of Montreal (BMO), as of the end of November 2021, total assets in ETFs amounted to $336 billion. […]