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Financial flexibility disappearing for Canadians as rising costs continue to hammer savings – RBC poll

The impact inflation continues to have on the lives of Canadians has them feeling unsettled about their day-to-day spending and saving options and their future financial security, according to the RBC 2023 Financial Flexibility Poll. Three of the harsh financial realities…

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A Night Like No Other! Ontario Science Centre’s RBC Innovators Ball Celebrates STEM Learning on November 2

Let’s celebrate and support a world of wonder, curiosity and innovation! Enjoy a spectacular night of science at the Ontario Science Centre’s RBC Innovators Ball on Thursday, November 2, 2023. RBC’s Chief Risk Officer, Graeme Hepworth, joins as the new Chair of this longstanding…

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Meet PlusOne, Prosus’s new Generative AI tool accelerating how our portfolio companies collaborate and innovate

Here at Prosus, we know that understanding where and how to deploy advanced AI tools is more than beneficial — it’s crucial to day-to-day business. While many companies are just embarking on their AI journey, we’re building on a strong foundation. We’ve dedicated…

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Blackstone Integrates Leading Credit and Insurance Businesses to Form Blackstone Credit and Insurance (BXCI) in Push Toward Next $1 Trillion

Blackstone (NYSE: BX) announced today the integration of its market-leading corporate credit, asset-based finance, and insurance groups into a single new unit, Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI). Credit and Insurance is Blackstone’s fastest-growing segment – more than doubling to $295 billion…

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Dynamic Yield positioned highest in execution and furthest in vision in 2023 Gartner magic quadrant for personalization engines

Dynamic Yield by Mastercard,announced it has been positioned both highest and furthest in the 2023 Gartner® Magic QuadrantTM for Personalization Engines* based on its ability to execute and completeness of vision. This marks the third consecutive year that the company has…

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Mastercard and Paysend expand global collaboration to enhance cross-border payments for SMEs

Mastercard and Paysend, a UK-based fintech, have today expanded their collaboration to enhance cross-border payments for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which are increasingly looking for ways to send money or pay vendors across the globe quickly and securely. While…

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Xbox to launch the Xbox Mastercard, its first-ever credit card in the U.S., issued by Barclays

On 11th september,Xbox, Barclays and Mastercard announced the Xbox Mastercard, Xbox’s first-ever co-branded credit card in the United States. The no annual fee card provides players with best-of-both-worlds value they need for gaming and everyday purchases, including points to redeem…

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Elevance Health Teams Up with Impact Fitness Foundation to Support Victory College Prep

 As part of their ongoing commitment to equity and providing support for women and women’s health, Elevance Health has partnered with national nonprofit Impact Fitness Foundation to create a fitness and movement space for K-12 public school network Victory College…

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RBC announces Greg Carmichael as executive chair, City National Bank board of directors

 RBC today announced the appointment of Greg Carmichael as executive chair of the board of directors of City National Bank, effective October 2, 2023. Mr. Carmichael will provide dedicated strategic oversight and board governance to City National as it strengthens its platform for…

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Wells Fargo launches Stock Fractions℠ in the Wells Fargo Mobile® app

 Wells Fargo Wealth & Investment Management announces the launch of Stock Fractions℠, giving WellsTrade® clients the ability to buy fractions of a company’s stock in the Wells Fargo Mobile® app. Stock Fractions℠ allows do-it-yourself investing clients to build a diversified portfolio, regardless…

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Surge in international students, higher petrol prices and FIFA World Cup drove increased household spending in August

The monthly CommBank Household Spending Insights Index rose 0.7 per cent to 137.0 in August, led by increased education spending by international university students, higher transport spending due to increased petrol prices and elevated recreation activity related to the FIFA…

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