The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 initiated a new developmental program—known as Qualified Opportunity Zones—designed to encourage investments in economically-distressed communities.

Because of the many moving parts involved with divorce, the time you spend getting your financial affairs in order ahead of time is time well spent. Developing a sound organizational system helps set you up for success and often reduces the anxiety that accompanies the divorce process. If you’re considering or planning to get a divorce, here are three steps to help you prepare.

Europe is one of the largest economic regions in the world and - despite a multitude of negative news headlines - remains a market with promising companies showing strong signs of growth.

While you may think that only the ultra-wealthy need an estate plan, anyone—regardless of age, marital status or net worth—can benefit from having a plan in place if the unexpected happens. Here are six reasons why you should have an estate plan at any stage of life.

Clean energy is a large and growing market driven by increasingly attractive economics and broad-based demand. As modern electricity generation shifts from coal and nuclear power to renewables and natural gas, we are excited about the many new investment opportunities these changes should create in the years ahead. Find out why in our recent blog post, “Clean Energy: The Next Investment Frontier.”

What's behind the Fed's recent change in outlook, and what does it mean for the market?

Credit cards can be a great addition to your day-to-day financial plan. However, when used irresponsibly, credit cards can quickly erode your credit and financial health. Before opening multiple cards, consider the pros and cons.

Short term interest rate markets have placed very low odds on a move at today’s meeting of the Federal Reserve since disruption took hold of broader financial markets in the middle of December 2018.

Gifting assets or paying for a loved one’s educational or medical expenses can be a fulfilling and tax-efficient way to transfer wealth during your lifetime. Check out our latest blog post to find out how you might be able to do so without triggering a large tax bill.

CIBC Commercial Banking works with businesses to identify ways to reduce borrowing costs and grow more efficiently. Here are four reasons you should consider refinancing your business loan or line of credit, even in a rising rate environment.

Like other parts of your financial plan, your strategic giving plan isn’t complete once it’s been implemented. To be effective, you’ll need to continually monitor progress and make adjustments when necessary.

TIPS can provide inflation protection in a rising-price environment, but do they make sense for everyone? Read on to learn how TIPS help investors maintain purchasing power as inflation rises, yet present unique tax challenges that investors should consider before purchasing.

If you’re considering marriage, it’s important to discuss where you and your partner stand on the following financial issues before making it official.

The rebound in risk assets since the end of December has investors wondering if the recovery in markets has moved too quickly and scratching their heads to figure out what has changed.

Have you ever felt like you are your own worst enemy when it comes to investing? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, it’s a foundational truth of behavioral finance, the psychological study of financial decision-making. When it comes to investing, humans routinely make mistakes due to mental shortcuts and emotional biases. To better understand the role of emotions in investing, we talked with...