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Market Insights
The value of Canada’s commodities declined for a third consecutive month in February, but the price of at least one resource should rise in the next couple of months, according to the latest report from Scotiabank.
By Staff |March 27, 2012
3 min read
Economic Indicators
Investor confidence was up in March, with North America driving the lead, according to the latest State Street Investor Confidence Index (ICI).
2 min read
The U.S. unemployment rate may have fallen from 9.1% to 8.3% over the past six months, but more must be done to cement the U.S. economic recovery, according to Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke.
March 27, 2012
Although the global economy appears to be recovering, investors were reminded this week that growth does indeed remain tepid and the recent economic momentum markets have enjoyed can wax just as easily as it can wane.
By David Andrews |March 26, 2012
5 min read
Use these five strategies to help clients get comfortable with calculated risks.
By Stuart Foxman |March 26, 2012
Industry
As the U.S. economy continues to improve, investors seem to have lost their appetite for gold. Seen as a traditional safe haven, gold prices surged over the past decade, rising from just $253 in 2001 to nearly $2,000 in 2011.
March 23, 2012
A company with an underperforming division may be showing signs of a turnaround. Another may be restructuring, with new management willing to devote more capital to research and development.
March 22, 2012
If you're looking to mitigate the impact of volatility on client portfolios without increasing risk, a covered-call option may offer downside protection if used properly.
By Lisa MacColl |March 22, 2012
7 min read
Fiscal sustainability is a hot topic these days. Lately it has entered discussions about Canada’s upcoming federal budget, as well as the Report of the Commission to Reform Ontario’s Public Services headed by Don Drummond.
By Peter Drake |March 21, 2012
“Tax audit” is a phrase that ranks with root canal and blind date to cause panic and stress
By Lisa MacColl |March 21, 2012
4 min read
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