With stock markets still unsetttled, more RRSP investors may be receptive to adding bonds using low-cost funds or ETFs
Results for insurers on both sides of the border should converge
‘Lower for longer’ interest rates scenario curbs demand for lifeco products, and reduces earnings, book value, and returns
Stocks can only be considered cheap relative to the last 20 years
Sector will get a boost from U.S. recovery and Chinese demand
Operational efficiency moderates the impact on CN’s earnings when the economy is weakening, while CP has greater potential if a recession is avoided
Real bargains in the market are found when many stocks are trading very close to or below their book values
George Weston, Maple Leaf Foods and Saputo all face challenges, but they are worth a look
The stocks that have shown the least amount of volatility have gained the most over the past decade
Prices for coal have soared but are expected to fall. Nevertheless, demand will remain strong