A saleswoman shows off brands belonging to Swiss Swatch Group, from left, Breguet, Longines, Omega and Glashuette in Zurich in this file photo.SIGGI BUCHER/Reuters
The best of the web on money, markets and all things financial, as chosen daily by Globe and Mail personal finance columnist Rob Carrick.
The poseur's guide to the good life
A pronunciation guide for top names in fashion, jewellery and wine. Prevents embarrassment when buying Breguet watches and such.
Stocks remain a mystery
A fascinating chart illustrating how none of the variables we typically look at to gauge potential future stock market performance are much good at foretelling what's ahead.
Tips for holiday season tipping
Consumer Reports put together this guide on tipping service providers like house cleaners, newspaper carriers and hair dressers during the holiday season.
If you have an adviser...
Here's a video in which a lawyer explains the securities regulations governing the adviser-client relationship, and what to do if things go wrong.
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