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Economic Indicators
Economies driven by domestic demand and consumption are showing the most growth this year. These include the Philippines, Indonesia and Thailand.
By Martha Porado |August 1, 2012
2 min read
Industry
German and Italian leaders have issued a new pledge to protect the Eurozone, with the Eurogroup chairman saying officials have no time to lose when it comes deciding what measures are required. European leaders promise they’ll do everything possible to save the 17-nation Euro. On Thursday, investors will be paying close attention to the monthly […]
By Wire services |July 31, 2012
4 min read
Canadian pension plans lost some of their first quarter gains in the second quarter of this year, as concerns over the European debt crisis and a weakening global economy pushed Canadian equities lower, according to a survey by RBC Investor Services. Within the $410 billion RBC Investor Services All Plan universe, Canadian DB pensions fell […]
By Staff |July 31, 2012
With the Olympics in full swing, it’ll be nice to watch something positive come out of Europe for once.
By Gareth Watson |July 30, 2012
3 min read
If Canada’s growth stalls, the government will be pushed to find fresh ways to spur the economy and fire up investors. The country’s best option, in that case, would be ramping up spending on infrastructure rather than trimming interest rates, says a new CIBC World Markets report. Read: Infrastructure helps weather downturns and Infrastructure spending […]
By Staff |July 30, 2012
China is leading the recent economic deceleration in emerging markets.
By Martha Porado |July 25, 2012
1 min read
American investors are eager for new, innovative public offerings, despite the fallout created by Facebook’s failed IPO launch in May.
July 25, 2012
Market Insights
Directors at profitable corporations must choose between retaining cash for future growth, retiring outstanding debt, or distributing the excess cash to the owners (shareholders).
By David Andrews |July 24, 2012
Does currency hedging translate into risk management or added risk? Two experts weigh in
By Kanupriya Vashisht |July 23, 2012
10 min read
The benefits of a concentrated portfolio
By Susy Abbondi |July 23, 2012
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