Economics

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Don’t give up on bonds

Advisors often position bonds as reliable, solid investments. But with global economies faltering, both planners and clients have started questioning their value.

By Martha Porado |September 18, 2012

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Economic Indicators

Slow and steady U.S. hops over Canada

The days of Canada gloating over its superior performance through and after the global financial crisis may be behind us. As economic growth begins to slow worldwide, moderate growth in the U.S. should overtake that of Canada.

By Vikram Barhat |September 18, 2012

3 min read

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Industry

Occupy movement gets older, not stronger

Financial execs were likely looking over their shoulders today as protestors took to the streets to reignite Occupy Wall Street. But, reporters globally say the movement is weaker than it once was.

By Wire services |September 17, 2012

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Industry

QE will work this time

Ben Bernanke has brought about many policy changes and innovations since his appointment in 2006, but Financial Times columnists say launching open-ended QE may be his most important move yet.

By Wire services |September 14, 2012

1 min read