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Economic Indicators

World’s wealthy are getting poorer

There are a few more wealthy people in the world, but overall, they have less money.

By Melissa Shin |June 19, 2012

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Brookfield high-yield fund completes $125 Million IPO Fallback Image Decorative pattern

Industry

Brookfield high-yield fund completes $125 Million IPO

Brookfield Investment Management has closed the initial public offering of the Brookfield High Yield Strategic Income Fund. Prior to the offering, a total of 12.5 million units were offered at $10.00 each, for gross proceeds of $125 million. They’re now listed on the TSX. The fund provides exposure to a portfolio comprised of high yield […]

By Staff |June 19, 2012

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Industry

Say goodbye to GMWB as you knew it

The clock is ticking for you to get your clients locked into guaranteed income products, as insurers continue to re-jig contracts, suspend sales or just get out of the business altogether.

By Staff |June 11, 2012

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Market Insights

No shortage of risk in preferred shares

Bonds aren't yielding what they used to—a five-year government of Canada bond will get you 1.5%. Equities, however, are levered to economic performance, and thus would seem to be a better vehicle for growth. Companies are sitting on hoards of cash that could be paid out as dividends, but a conservative investor may not want to take on stock market volatility.

By Scot Blythe |April 26, 2012

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