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Ontario’s budget woes due to overspending: think tank

Government spending—not slumping revenues—is responsible for Ontario’s chronic budget deficits, argues a new study by the Fraser Institute.

By Staff |February 18, 2016

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Expect retirement changes in federal budget

The federal budget will include help for low-income seniors, says Finance Minister Bill Morneau.

By Jessica Bruno |February 18, 2016

1 min read

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Where to find energy opportunities

Despite continued weakness, the energy and materials sectors still offer opportunities.

By Sarah Cunningham-Scharf |February 18, 2016

3 min read

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Justice Canada payroll fiasco has lessons for investors

Justice department lawyers could have been overpaid by up to $50 million, and no one told the taxpayers. Why?

By Melissa Shin |February 17, 2016

3 min read

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Why China’s domestic brands are thriving

As China rebalances its economy, its domestic consumer brands will blossom.

By Kanupriya Vashisht |February 16, 2016

2 min read

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Anxious about oil? Monitor these 3 trends

This year, investors should watch these three oil market trends closely.

February 11, 2016

3 min read

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Don’t depend on a boost from the BoC

Changing global demographics — not monetary policy — are the main drivers of low interest rates in many of the world’s largest economies.

By Staff |February 11, 2016

2 min read

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U.S. companies benefit when budgeting like Kraft Heinz

In the U.S., several major consumer staples companies are implementing a strategy called zero-based budgeting.

By Sarah Cunningham-Scharf |February 9, 2016

3 min read

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Investors looking to Yellen speech, U.S. data

Investors are looking for indicators of U.S. growth this week.

By Staff |February 8, 2016

2 min read

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Don’t depend on interest rates to shore up economy: BoC

The BoC's trend-setting interest rate won't be key in shoring up financial system.

February 8, 2016

3 min read

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