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Prepare portfolio for inflation now: CIBC

Investors should start building themselves a buffer against inflation, increasing their exposure to precious metals and building a cash reserve before interest rates rise, according to a report out of CIBC World Markets. “Investors are likely underestimating just how much (interest) rates will rise over the next 18 months,” write Peter Buchanan and Meny Grauman, […]

By Steven Lamb |August 8, 2008

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Fees can make or break bond investing

Recent volatility in the equity markets has sent investors fleeing for safety — money-markets dominate fund sales, and government bond prices have been on the rise. But investors must pay close attention to the fees they are paying for bond funds, which may drastically reduce any gains to be had. If your clients are interested […]

By Mark Noble |August 8, 2008

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(August 7, 2008) American consumer confidence has slowed its decline, according to the latest reading of the RBC CASH (Consumer Attitudes and Spending by Household) Index. Overall consumer confidence rose 19.2 points, to a reading of 33.8. The July measurement of 14.6 had marked the all-time low for the index since it was launched in […]

By Staff |August 7, 2008

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Tips for child care tax planning

With summer winding down and a new school year on the horizon, it’s a good time for clients to assess their projected child care costs and how they will factor into this year’s return. Unlike some other deductions, child care expenses cannot be carried over and must be claimed the year they are incurred. This […]

By Mark Noble |August 7, 2008

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More choice in ESG prompts competition

The banks — the most mainstream of players — sealed the deal. The entry of RBC, Scotiabank and TD Bank into the green investing realm last year made the case that this style of investing was not just a passing trend. For many industry observers, the launch of these bank-sponsored funds solidified the notion that […]

By Romana King |August 7, 2008

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Money markets buoy fund sales: IFIC

Mutual fund sales in July were positive, though difficult to gauge, with the Investment Funds Institute of Canada reporting a preliminary estimate of between $480 million and $980 million in net sales. “Though markets have been uncertain as of late, investors continue to invest in mutual funds, albeit money market funds,” said Pat Dunwoody, vice-president […]

By Steven Lamb |August 6, 2008

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(August 6, 2008) The Ontario Securities Commission has appointed Michael Watson, Q.C., as special advisor, capital markets enforcement, to the RCMP’s Integrated Market Enforcement program. Appointing such an expert to IMET was a key recommendation of a report penned by Nick Le Pan, titled Enhancing Integrated Market Enforcement Teams, Achieving Results in Fighting Capital Markets […]

By Staff |August 6, 2008

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Money matters make Canadians cringe

Many Canadians are worried about their personal finances and do not understand important financial concepts, according to a poll conducted by Harris/Decima for BMO Financial Group. Nearly half (46%) of all respondents reported feelings of anxiety when confronted with their finances. Those feelings subside slightly as incomes rise, but even among those with a household […]

By Steven Lamb |August 6, 2008

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Passive investing still wins in bear market: study

A new study challenges the notion that active managers outperform indexes in down markets. According to Standard & Poor’s Indices Versus Active Funds Scorecard (SPIVA) report, which looks at the bear market that occurred between 2000 and 2002, active Canadian equity managers fared better than usual, but the indexes still won. One of the favoured […]

By Mark Noble |August 6, 2008

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UPDATE: Saxon sold to Mackenzie

After actively shopping itself around, Saxon Financial has found a buyer and a price it likes, courtesy of Mackenzie Financial. Mackenzie will pay a generous price for the firm, offering Saxon shareholders $21.00 in cash per Saxon share, approximately a 65% premium over the stock’s closing price of $12.70 on Friday. The all-cash deal is […]

August 5, 2008

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