Biofuels industry ready to take off
But many say Ottawa’s investments won’t do much if the renewable fuels standard isn’t hiked
But many say Ottawa’s investments won’t do much if the renewable fuels standard isn’t hiked
The Tories’ new “big-tent” approach puts an end to their strategy of targeting only core voters
It’s been balmy on Bay Street so far this year. Literally. In fact, weird weather has beset the country, from damaging winter storms in some…
It’s election year in newfound- land and Labrador, which means hunting season has begun. The quarry: federal politicians, particularly those foolhardy enough to not kiss…
Despite its booming economy, Alberta lags its western neighbour in attracting winter tourists
Joe Jugovic, co-manager of Ethical Special Equity Fund, says the goal is to manage risk through investment management
Analysts say there is strong demand for quality real estate properties from institutions and pension funds
The patient, disciplined investor gets higher returns, study shows
CIBC Monthly Income Fund and Elliott & Page Monthly High Income Fund are ahead of the pack
Bond returns are expected to be about the same as last year; some managers suggest the yield curve could turn downward
Reduction of regulatory burden depends on altering basic approaches
Three new Brandes Sionna fundsToronto-based Brandes Investment Partners & Co. has launched three new funds that will be advised by Sionna Investment Managers Inc., the…
BetaPro Management’s new ETFs are designed to help investors deal with market volatility
A “balanced” portfolio within one asset class does not take the place of a truly balanced mix of equity, income and cash holdings
Production increasing, profits solid, return on equity around 8%
Analysts are confident the high-tech sector will outperform all others in 2007, but they’re not sure which companies will do best
Despite her husband’s premature death, this woman should be able to leave a substantial sum for her children
Although small-caps have led the way globally, large-cap stocks have been the best performers in Canada
Canadian government issues will be less desirable, while global slowdown will result in deterioration of corporate bonds
Brazil, Mexico and Russia are expected to lead emerging markets in 2007, while Egypt and Turkey also find favour
Equity prices are expected to benefit from growth in revenue and profitability — in addition to lowering of risk premiums
Return on equity is at a 20-year high, Japan’s Topix index has outperformed the S&P 500 by 57%
Preferreds can also play an important role in dividend and balanced funds
Rich prices in defensive sectors make it hard to find safe places to invest
With commodity prices expected to soften in the face of the slowing U.S. and global economies, resources stocks probably won’t be on a tear this…
Small-cap stocks still look promising. Balance sheets are strong, interest rates are relatively low and trending lower, and earnings should show mid- to high single-digit…
With economic growth slowing in Canada and the U.S., managers recommend a shift to longer durations
The slump in housing prices could undermine consumer spending
Prospects for C$ clouded, but resources will be key to its performance
Even if the economy experiences a major slowdown, experts say, the fallout would probably be limited
Here’s a summary of what the 12 global investment managers and strategists interviewed for this report recommend for 2007:> Equities VS Fixed-Income And Cash. Most…
Still, some experts say regional opportunities and low valuations present some compelling investment opportunities
Exports move up the value chain, from low-end goods such as textiles to higher-end products such as electronic components
Investment-grade debt is attractive right now, but many big corporations face big problems
While investment firms make alternatives available to retail clients, managers are divided on whether they add or lower risk
With housing down, will U.S. consumers be able to keep the U.S. economy out of recession?
Professional Investment Holding Group pairs its advisors with small accounting firms
Many retail investors are jumping into hedge funds despite their potential pitfalls, and regulators have been taking notice
Despite promises of the financial gains of investing in a cranberry farm, investors are still waiting for returns a decade later
Rogers Associate Financial says its new program for helping people immigrate to Canada is already generating interest
Despite positive early signs, the will to go forward seems to have weakened
Allocation checkup needed as fund companies reduce Canadian content of Canadian equity funds
Agency will accept designation on the appropriate tax slips for the 2006 taxation year, company notification starting in 2007
Small stable of dependable, low-risk funds wins support from some 5,000 advisors across Canada, says president Michael Butler
But others question whether the government’s new legislation benefits borrowers, who pay exorbitant interest and processing fees
Independent Financial Brokers says that approved persons could suffer “unfortunate consequences” if proposals are approved
Tsx group inc., the parent company of the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Ex-change, is facing key competitive challenges, both internationally and domestically.…
The legislation, which updates a system that had become seriously outdated, will also facilitate cross-border transactions
Community Financial Services Centre will break bad habits, teach people how to use banking services
Moody’s, Standard and Poor’s and DBRS wield a lot of influence on markets, so regulators want to make sure they’re being fair
But the non-standard auto insurer is also aiming to grow its motorcycle and its specialty niches businesses in Canada
Kevan Cowan sees opportunities for more growth at the TSX Venture Exchange
The impact of income-splitting will be significant in Newfoundland because of the province’s tax brackets and demographics
Yet 53% of those surveyed worry they’ll outlive their retirement savings
Illness or the loss of a spouse often makes older people prone to put their money into low-return assets, study shows
Foreign diversification is the theme in ‘07
