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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 1d

Many companies are caught in the crossfire of Trump’s tariffs, including some who don’t export any goods at all to the US. One example is Descartes Systems. The stock has been on my recommended list since ‘17. Stay tuned for my next post, which will include an update on its performance. 💹🌐

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 4d

Time flies! The Blue Jays last won the World Series in ’93 & a lot has changed since then. Many of the Cdn companies we know today didn’t exist back then. Take a look at notable Cdn companies that weren’t around 32 yrs ago ➡️ bit.ly/3njE8Qb

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 7d

Over the yrs, I’ve likely received thousands of questions from my newsletter subscribers & I do my best to answer every single one. If you’d like to connect, consider subscribing to access this valuable benefit. Learn more @ bit.ly/3njE8Qb

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 9d

In a recent post, I shared a couple of experiences I’ve had with the CRA. My conclusion was blunt: “It’s a mess.” I then invited readers to share their experiences, pro or con. You can read a sampling of what I received @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 12d

Operation Fish was one of the most remarkable and secretive financial operations in world history & it took place right here in Canada. It remains the largest single transfer of wealth in history. Read about it @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ 🪙🐟⚓🛳️🚂

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 15d

💡Investing Tip

Here's a high-yield bond (aka junk bond) that’s having a strong year: iShares J.P. Morgan USD Emerging Markets Bond Index ETF.

Read the details @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 18d

#DidYouKnow

🍁 Our Thanksgiving predates the American holiday.

The 1st recorded Thanksgiving celebration in what is now Canada took place in 1578, 43 years before the Pilgrims’ feast in 1621. 🦃

#HappyThanksgiving #HarvestTime

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 19d

We have several top experts contributing to my Income Investor newsletter. One is Gavin Graham. Here's one of his latest picks.

@RioTinto (NYSE: RIO)

Current price: US$63.65
Annual payout: $2.95
Yield: 4.6%
Risk: Moderate

ACTION NOW ➡️ BUY

Learn more @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 21d

In my last post, I shared a couple of experiences I’ve had with the CRA. My conclusion was blunt: “It’s a mess.” If you have comments about your interactions with the CRA, pro or con, send them to [email protected]

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 23d

In this week’s edition of my investing newsletter, Internet Wealth Builder, I talked about a couple of run-ins I’ve had with the CRA. My takeaway was blunt: “It’s a mess.” Find out why I feel this way @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 26d

The investments in my Global Portfolio scored a big gain in the 6-month period from Mar. to Sept. The return was 18.1%, making it one of the best performances since the portfolio was launched in 3/12. Find out more @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ 💹

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · 28d

According to @cnbc.com, new research shows that artificial intelligence can now pass even the most challenging CFA exam, Level III, in only minutes. Read more about this development @ bit.ly/4pGbd8T 🤖🎓

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 30

I recently asked my social media followers which asset class they think will perform best between now & year-end. There were 4 choices: Bonds, Bitcoin, gold & stocks. Find out how they fared @ bit.ly/4pGbd8T

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 27

I recently asked my social media followers, which asset class they think will perform best between now & year-end. There were 4 choices: Bonds, Bitcoin, gold & stocks. Find out how the first 2 fared @ bit.ly/4pGbd8T

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 25

This week’s edition of my popular investing newsletter, Internet Wealth Builder, includes an update on BCE Inc., along with my buy/sell/hold recommendation. Find out what I had say @ bit.ly/4pGbd8T

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 23

#DidYouKnow that long before Nintendo became a household name in gaming, it produced Hanafuda playing cards, traditional Japanese cards used for gambling and entertainment? Founded in 1889 in Kyoto, Japan, by Fusajiro Yamauchi, the company is now worth US$110 billion. ♠️🎴🎮

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 20

The fact US stocks are lagging the TSX & some major global indexes must be irritating Trump, who likes to brag that he’s presided over the strongest markets of all time. What’s the truth? Going back to Eisenhower, Trump sits in 8th place.

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 18

What has Warren Buffett said about gold? In a nutshell, he doesn’t like it. Read his thought-provoking quotes @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ 🪙

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 16

We may be on the brink of a recession but there’s still money to be made in the stock market. It’s just a matter of knowing where to look. My Growth Portfolio is a case in point ➡️ In 6 mths it’s up 35%. Learn more @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ 💹

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 14

🍂📉 The “September Effect”: Why Is September Historically the Worst Month for Stock Markets?

My take on this seasonal trend is available @
bit.ly/40UOgUQ

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 9

This week’s edition of my popular investing newsletter, Internet Wealth Builder, includes an update on tech giant, Alphabet. Read what I had to say, along with my buy/hold/sell recommendation @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ 🔠💹

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 6

🚨PSA: Watch Out for AI & Deepfake Scams

FAIR Canada & the FCSC of New Brunswick recently issued guidance to help investors identify & guard against AI & deepfake scams. Find out what they have to say @ bit.ly/47ZZvQ3 🤖🚫 ❌

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Sep 4

Google was officially incorporated as a company on 9/4/98. The fledgling search engine had already started attracting attention for its ability to deliver more relevant results than its competitors. Read more @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ 💻 🔍 🤖 🚀

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Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Aug 31

On behalf of the entire Building Wealth team, we wish you a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable long weekend. 🏖️🍔🍺🍁

#LabourDay2025 #LongWeekend #EndOfSummer

Gordon Pape @gordonpape.bsky.social · Aug 30

The latest review of my RRSP Portfolio was encouraging. Although interest rates held steady, interest-sensitive stocks performed as if @bankofcanada was in an easing pattern. The result was a gain of 6.7% – read more @ bit.ly/40UOgUQ