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Where to find global growth

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

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Industry

Eurozone to protect Euro; Greece puts brakes on cuts

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

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Industry

Global economy dampens Q2 pension returns

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

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Good news out of Europe…for once

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

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