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U.S. default seen as buying opportunity Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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U.S. default seen as buying opportunity

The risk of America technically defaulting on its debt is increasing rapidly, with the odds of such an event rising to 1 in 5 as a result of political bickering south of the border. That’s the view of Jack Ablin, chief investment officer of BMO Harris Bank in the U.S., who said the risk was […]

By Staff |July 21, 2011

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Despite debt, U.S. stocks look good Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Despite debt, U.S. stocks look good

While all eyes are focused on the political battle over the U.S. debt, it’s understandable that investors may be reluctant to invest in the American markets. But there are also ample reasons to add exposure to U.S. equities. Back in May, Republican Congressman Kevin Brady tabled a bill that would encourage U.S. corporations to repatriate […]

By Staff |July 13, 2011

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No Olympic rally seen for South Korean stocks Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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No Olympic rally seen for South Korean stocks

Wednesday’s announcement from the International Olympic Committee that the 2018 Winter Games would be held in Pyeongchang, South Korea, is being heralded as a boost to the nation—at least in the Korean media. In terms of investment potential, however, the games will barely register. While large international gatherings can spur infrastructure investment in underdeveloped locales, […]

By Staff |July 7, 2011

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Inflation glass half full: expert Fallback Image Decorative pattern

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Inflation glass half full: expert

Statistics Canada’s recently released inflation figures are a mainly positive sign both for the Canadian economy and investors, suggests Serge Pépin, head of investments at BMO Investments Inc. “There’s a good side and a bad side to inflation,” he said. “When inflation is rising, it usually means there’s good economic growth behind it, so you […]

By Dean DiSpalatro |June 30, 2011

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