Economy

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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Economic Indicators

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

3 min read

Economic Indicators

Forecast: Commercial real estate fundamentals are strong

Clients looking for yield would do well to consider options in commercial real-estate investing – everything from REITs to private ventures that produce income streams from a portfolio of tenanted buildings.

By Staff |July 26, 2012

1 min read

Economic Indicators

Choose China over India

China is leading the recent economic deceleration in emerging markets.

By Martha Porado |July 25, 2012

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Invest in boring companies

Forget the leading edge. When it comes to investing, predictable companies will produce better returns, says David Winters, CEO of Wintergreen Advisors in Milwaukee, WI, and manager of the Renaissance Global Markets Fund.

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Will Americans spend on summer holidays?

In the U.S., domestic consumption has historically been a large contributor to economic growth, so the country is more likely to see a decline in holidays spending due to current economic conditions.

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Economy

Where to find global growth

Good news out of Europe…for once

Forecast: Commercial real estate fundamentals are strong

Choose China over India

Droughts propel commodities to food-riot prices

Canadian foreign deals up 191%

Insurers pare product shelves

Invest in boring companies

Markets to focus on corporate earnings this week

Will Americans spend on summer holidays?