Global investing

Will China’s economy improve?

Monetary easing is expected to continue in China over the next year. But, it may not be enough to boost China’s slowing economy, says Raymond Chan of Hamon Investment Group.

By Suzanne Sharma |September 20, 2012

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Industry

The downside of QE3

The Federal Reserve’s latest attempt to aid the U.S. economy has hit a roadblock. Also, easing measures may not be as good for emerging markets as first appears.

By Wire services |September 17, 2012

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Industry

Is high fashion worth the investment?

Investing in modern fashion isn't a safe bet, but investing in valuable vintage pieces can be well worth the risk. Here's some tips on how help your style-savvy clients.

By Martha Porado |September 7, 2012

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Industry

Fed leans toward further easing

If the global economy fails to grow substantially in coming months, further stimulus will be essential, says the minutes of the Fed's July 31-August 1 Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

August 22, 2012

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Top gold buyers paring purchases

Global demand for gold is declining, with buyers in India and China continuing to pare purchases due to weak global growth. Financial Times reports the halt in consumption is driving down prices and depressing the profits of gold miners like Barrick Gold and Newmont, as well as hedge fund managers. Read: Foreign investors reducing Canadian […]

By Wire services |August 17, 2012

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BMO Investments replaces manager of Global Dividend Class

BMO Investments has appointed Guardian Capital as the new portfolio manager of its BMO Global Dividend Class, a class of shares of BMO Global Tax Advantage Funds. On September 21, Guardian will replace Kleinwort Benson Investors Dublin, and will assume all portfolio management duties in relation to the fund. Guardian takes a market-oriented, bottom-up, sector-neutral […]

By Staff |August 16, 2012

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Midsize companies bullish on foreign opportunities: Survey

More than half of mid-sized companies (58%) plan to expand their global presence in the next five years, finds a KPMG survey. Further, 68% expect to see increased revenues from foreign operations during this time. “With the value of exports to the U.S. softening and the wavering U.S. market, mid-sized Canadian companies are looking elsewhere […]

By Staff |August 13, 2012

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Infrastructure boost would spur growth: CIBC

If Canada’s growth stalls, the government will be pushed to find fresh ways to spur the economy and fire up investors. The country’s best option, in that case, would be ramping up spending on infrastructure rather than trimming interest rates, says a new CIBC World Markets report. Read: Infrastructure helps weather downturns and Infrastructure spending […]

By Staff |July 30, 2012

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Global investing

Will China’s economy improve?

The downside of QE3

Is high fashion worth the investment?

Fed leans toward further easing

Top gold buyers paring purchases

BMO Investments replaces manager of Global Dividend Class

Midsize companies bullish on foreign opportunities: Survey

Infrastructure boost would spur growth: CIBC

Macquarie Group constrained by weak markets

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