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Finances, economic outlook worrying Canadians

The January 2011 RBC Canadian Consumer Outlook (RBC CCO) Index reveals Canadians are less optimistic than they were last year about the national economy and their personal financial situation.

By Staff |February 8, 2011

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Income solutions for everyone

The divide used to be fairly clear: Equities for the young ’uns, income solutions for retired folks. The mere mention of the word “dividend” to a pre-retiree sitting across your desk might have drawn stares.

By Michelle Patey |February 8, 2011

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Fund managers expecting lower returns

Survey data released by RBC Dexia and Accenture shows a majority of fund managers expect their company’s return on equity to remain below pre-crisis levels, and many are placing more emphasis on cost reduction and product innovation initiatives.

By Staff |February 7, 2011

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Program focused on youth financial literacy

The Certified General Accountants’ Association of Alberta (CGA Alberta) today launched ‘My Money $ My Future,’ a campaign designed to help high school students make informed and effective decisions in managing their finances. “Canadians need a better understanding of the financial choices available to them and the consequences of those choices,” says John Carpenter, MBA […]

By Staff |February 4, 2011

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