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Where to Find the Best Savings and GIC Rates in Canada This Week

Canadians looking to stretch their savings a little further still have access to competitive high‑interest savings accounts (HISAs) and guaranteed investment certificates (GICs). Digital banks continue to lead the way, offering strong returns without sacrificing security. Here’s a quick snapshot of the top rates available this week. Highest High‑Interest Savings Account Rates Several online‑only institutions are offering some of the most attractive HISA rates right now: Saven Financial – 2.85% Oaken Financial – 2.80% EQ Bank – 2.75% Bridgewater Bank – 2.70% WealthONE Bank – 2.60% These accounts are typically insured either federally or provincially, giving savers both flexibility and peace of mind. Best GIC Rates This Week For those comfortable locking in their money for a set period, GICs continue to provide reliable, guaranteed returns. 1‑Year GIC Leaders Oaken Financial – 3.40% 5‑Year GIC Leaders EQ Bank – 3.85% Longer‑term GICs remain especially appealing for ...

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S&P/TSX Composite Slips as U.S. Markets Surge

 

In a mixed start to the week, Canada’s main stock index, the S&P/TSX composite, dipped slightly, shedding 51.22 points to close at 21,587.88. Meanwhile, U.S. markets continued their ascent, with the Dow Jones industrial average gaining 188.94 points, reaching 38,778.10. The S&P 500 index also rose by 41.63 points to 5,473.23, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 168.14 points to 17,857.02.

Investors on both sides of the border are adjusting to recent interest rate decisions by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada. While the TSX experienced some losses, optimism remains, buoyed by positive housing starts data in Montreal and Toronto.

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