TED Talks
Dilip Ratha: The hidden force in global economics: sending money home
In 2013, international migrants sent $413 billion home to families and friends — three times more than the total of global foreign aid (about $135 billion). This money, known as remittances, makes a significant difference in the lives of...
TED-Ed
The time value of money - German Nande
We’ve all heard the phrase “Time is money.” But what do these two things actually have to do with one another? German Nande explains the math behind interest rates, revealing the equation that will allow you to calculate the future value...
Crash Course
What's all the Yellen About? Monetary Policy and the Federal Reserve: Crash Course Economics
This week on Crash Course Economics, we're talking about monetary policy. The reality of the world is that the United States (and most of the world's economies) are, to varying degrees, Keynesian. When things go wrong, economically, the...
Curated Video
GM's Oshawa plant closure and benchmark interest rate unchanged | Business Panel
Our weekend business panel discusses General Motors' rejection of proposals put forth by Unifor to keep its plant in Oshawa, Ont., open past 2019 and the Bank of Canada's decision to keep the benchmark interest rate at 1.75 per cent.
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What's the fallout from the pandemic wave of unemployment? | Inside Story
As coronavirus bites, millions of people worldwide have lost their jobs.
Curated Video
How to Responsibly Finance Your College Education
Howcast - One of the smartest things you can do -- besides getting a college degree -- is to find the least expensive way to pay for it. Following these guidelines will help.
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What Is Debt Consolidation?
Howcast - Learn about debt consolidation in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
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What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)?
Howcast - Learn about adjustable-rate mortgages, also known as ARMs, in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
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What Is a Fixed-Rate Mortgage?
Howcast - Learn about fixed-rate mortgages in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
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What Is an Interest-Only Mortgage?
Howcast - Learn about interest-only mortgages in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
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What Is an Annual Percentage Rate (APR)?
Howcast - Learn about the Annual Percentage Rate, also known as the APR, in this Howcast video with expert Gregory McGraime.
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What Is Unsecured Debt?
Howcast - Learn about unsecured debt in this Howcast finance video with expert Gregory McGraime.
Curated Video
How to Calculate Car Payments
Howcast - You've just seen the car of your dreams, but you're not sure if the price is right. In a few steps, you can calculate your potential car payments and decide if you'll be able to afford a new ride.
Curated Video
How to Invest in Foreign Currencies
Howcast - As with any investment, putting your money in foreign markets requires due diligence and the willingness to take risks.
Curated Video
How to Get a Car Loan
Howcast -Whether you're a first time borrower or a seasoned pro, this guide will make that car loan search a little less traumatic and save you big bucks in the long run.
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How to Avoid 7 Money Scams
Howcast -Even the most careful consumer can become the victim of a scam. Learn what to look for and avoid being duped out of your dough.
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How to Negotiate When Buying a Car
Howcast -A car salesperson can't talk you out of your hard-earned cash without your cooperation! When buying a car, take charge of the negotiation by preparing thoroughly beforehand.
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How to Negotiate with Credit Card Companies
Be confident, firm, polite, and patient when negotiating with credit card companies to reach a better deal.
Curated Video
Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate again to 4.5%
The Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate to 4.5 per cent on Wednesday, with governor Tiff Macklem saying during a news conference that it would be reasonable to expect further rate cuts if inflation continues to ease.
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What today's interest rate cut means for your finances | Canada Tonight
The Bank of Canada has cut its key rate again by 25 basis points to 4.5 per cent. Personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed Haq explains what the cut by the Bank of Canada means for the average Canadian.
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Rate cut spells some relief for homeowners
Homeowners with variable rate mortgages, and anyone looking to renew or get into a new mortgage, will likely get a better deal after the Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, according to personal finance expert Rubina...
Curated Video
UK borrowing costs climb as debt nears 100% of GDP
The United Kingdom is currently facing escalating borrowing costs as its national debt approaches 100% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In September 2024, public sector net debt, excluding public sector banks, was estimated at 98.5% of...
Curated Video
We can’t ‘turn it around in one month’ says Chancellor as UK economy flatlines
The UK economy flatlined in July for the second month in a row, according to the latest official figures, as the Chancellor said she is “under no illusion about the scale of the challenge” the country faces.The Office for National...
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Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate to 4.25%
With inflation easing, Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem announced the third straight cut to Canada’s key interest rate on Wednesday, dropping it by 25 basis points to 4.25 per cent. Macklem said further cuts could follow.