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Douglas Porter named chief economist of BMO

BMO Capital Markets has appointed Douglas Porter as chief economist, effective February 1, 2013. “I’m honoured to be given the opportunity to lead our exceptional team of economists,” says Porter. “I am committed to ensuring our capabilities continue to strengthen in the coming years.” In his new role, Porter will have oversight of BMO’s team […]

By Staff |December 14, 2012

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Recap of 2012’s top financial phrases Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Recap of 2012’s top financial phrases

Check out Advisor.ca's insight on the top financial phrases of 2012.

By Staff |December 14, 2012

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UK slashes forecasts ahead of Carney’s arrival Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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UK slashes forecasts ahead of Carney’s arrival

The UK Treasury says the country's recovery is taking longer than expected, and has adopted more aggressive policies ahead of Carney's arrival.

By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |December 13, 2012

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CIBC’s Shenfeld top forecaster of Canadian, U.S. economies Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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CIBC’s Shenfeld top forecaster of Canadian, U.S. economies

Bloomberg Markets has named CIBC’s chief economist Avery Shenfeld as the top forecaster of the Canadian economy over the last two years. No other bank economist ranked among Bloomberg’s Top 3 forecasters of the Canadian economy for the two-year period ended on Sept. 30. “These awards illustrate the strength and depth our economics team and […]

By Staff |December 12, 2012

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