Middle rate, mid-rate, midpoint rate. These words are thrown around a lot when talking about the foreign exchange market. But what is the middle rate and how does it impact …
Vatican City Capsule
It’s the smallest sovereign country in the world (both in population and area), surrounded by one of Europe’s great cities – Rome. Yep, we’re here in Vatican City. Get a …
Avoid Counterfeit Money Scams
Counterfeit money scams are some of the most common and costly to Western tourists overseas. Thankfully the first step to protecting yourself is to simply be aware of the most …
United States Dollar Spotlight
Besides being the official currency of the world’s largest economy, the US dollar is also the world’s dominant reserve currency and is used in most international transactions. Many currencies around …
Five Currencies You Need to Have in 2019
Currency rates are notoriously volatile; and while rate of exchange is definitely one thing you want to consider when buying currency – so too are the places you can spend …
Money Lessons from Wealthy Fictional Characters
Fiction has introduced us to some of the richest characters of all time. Have you ever stopped to think about all the money lessons we’ve learned from them? From outrageous …
The Loonie: 2018 Recap and Canadian Dollar Forecast
Since the value of the loonie (and realistically, most currencies) is a reflection of what is going on in the country, it is important to consider some of the major …
FX101: Understanding Credit Card Fees
Credit Cards. They’re an established fact of our daily life and economic system. But while many people use them, a lot of us don’t really understand what it is we’re …
Proposed Currencies (since the 2000s)
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The chill is in the air, the trees are losing their leaves, and the days are growing ever darker. While many Canadians have begun to look south, a good many …