Amber Block - Scotiabank Investment Specialist

12/23/2019

Wishing you peace, love, and joy this holiday season and throughout 2019.

12/05/2019

On a budget but still want to travel? Here are five trending winter vacation destinations that won't break your bank.

Whether you’re a snow-seeker or in hot pursuit of a balmy vacation break, each one of these options delivers dollar-conscious surprise and delight.

12/04/2019

Japanese October retail sales fell 7.1% year-over year. Revised numbers show U.S. economy expanded by 2.1% in Q3, slightly better than earlier estimates. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines. http://bit.ly/2Ri2wUM

12/03/2019

Did you know the average Canadian spends $1653 on the holidays? Here's a few tips on how to stick to your budget this holiday season.

The holidays can derail your budget faster than you can unwrap your presents. Between parties, buying gifts and festive attire and decor, the average Canadian spends $1,563 on the holidays, according to a report by the accounting firm PwC. There's no need to stress over the impending g ...

11/28/2019

U.S. Federal Reserve Board cut rates; other major central banks left rates unchanged. Signs of an economic slowdown appear across the globe. This, and more in our latest edition of the Monthly Investment Monitor. http://bit.ly/2OSUmz8

11/27/2019

Mixed signals continue on U.S. – China trade deal. Minutes from Federal Reserve (The Fed) meeting suggest little appetite for further rate cuts. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines. http://bit.ly/33qV8bK

11/24/2019

Nous nous sommes tous déjà fait dire, à un moment donné, que c’est de nos erreurs qu’on apprend. Mais quand ça touche à l’argent, mieux vaut faire ses recherches et prendre des décisions éclairées.

11/23/2019

Make bank into your golden years with these smart money tips.

a cheat sheet with some great tips on what you should be thinking about when it comes to retirement, no matter what your age.

11/22/2019

Looking for somewhere new to travel to? Here are the top travel spots for 2020.

Are you excited to plot out how you're going to use your vacation days in 2020? Travel adventures don't just give us a break from our routines, but they also allow us to learn about different cultures, live in the moment, and take amazing, unforgettable photos to share with friends whe ...

11/20/2019

Chinese economic slump continues. German economy avoids a recession in third quarter. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines. http://bit.ly/2XrQc5j

11/13/2019

U.S. and China agree, in principal, to roll back tariffs with Phase One of deal. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines. http://bit.ly/2qObuO2

11/12/2019

Understanding the impact of inflation. 5 Tips to consider before withdrawing funds from your RESP. This, and more in the Fall 2019 edition of our Advice Matters newsletter. http://bit.ly/32o01lC