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January 20, 2026 Want to Accept Credit Cards Without Getting Rejected? Needless to say, every business needs payment processing to function. But there's a problem… Not every business gets approved for a merchant account. Some businesses are immediately deemed "high-risk". These companies face large obstacles when applying for merchant accounts. The good news? Learning how

Davos | Jan 19, 2026 What Global Risk, Trade Tension, and Capital Uncertainty Mean for Canada From January 19 to 23, 2026, global leaders are gathering in Davos, Klosters for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026, one of the few global forums where heads of government, central bankers, investors, and business leaders meet in

Stablecoins | Jan 19, 2026 Incentives Debate Highlights How Regulators Draw the Line Between Payments and Deposit Like Features January 2026 finds stablecoins firmly inside the regulatory process. Governments are writing rules that determine how these instruments can operate within payment systems. In Canada, draft federal legislation is now under review, as outlined in Canada

TipRanks highlights three stocks, including Broadcom and Meta Platforms, favored by Wall Street pros.

The "big beautiful" tax law lets older American couples potentially take up to $12,000 per year off their taxable income for four years.

Warren Buffett and Becky Quick covered a wide variety of topics in the interviews that aired in a two-hour special on CNBC.

The typical retiree household will spend an amount equivalent to 10% of annual income on unexpected expenses, and about 40% lack the cash to cover those costs.

Activist Irenic Capital took a position in Integer. The firm seeks a refresh of the board and calls for the exploration of a potential sale of the company.

Utility bills are rising in many parts of the U.S. despite Trump's promise to lower energy prices during his presidential campaign.

The Education Department has announced it will delay the implementation of wage garnishment and other collections efforts for defaulted student loans.

NCFA Fintech Whisperer | Jan 10 to Jan 16, 2026 This live weekly NCFA intelligence page tracks financial technology developments that significantly affect how fintechs build, sell, raise capital, and operate under scrutiny. Coverage prioritizes Canada and includes global events that directly influence competitive conditions, market access, and execution realities across fintech sectors.  This page will

A term sheet is a foundational piece in private market investing that essentially outlines an investment’s terms and conditions. The ability to accurately read and assess a term sheet is an important skill for investors to have in order to … Continue reading →

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Employer concern about their workers' financial life has grown as many households struggle to manage the rising cost of living.

The Republican framework for "Reconciliation 2.0" includes an expansion for the child and dependent care tax credit. Here's what families need to know.

Employer concern about their workers' financial life has grown as many households struggle to manage the rising cost of living.