U.S. dollar

Economic Indicators

U.S. companies’ after-tax profits slump

The U.S. economy slowed in the fourth quarter.

By Staff |March 27, 2015

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Market Insights

What the strong U.S. dollar means for Canadian investors

The strong U.S. dollar provides an opportunity to enhance returns by selectively holding certain U.S. dollar-denominated assets, according to a Mackenzie Investments whitepaper.

By Staff |February 19, 2015

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Estate Planning

Dealing with foreign wealth

Review trusts, pensions and other assets for non-U.S. dual citizens

By Suzanne Yar Khan |February 6, 2015

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Economic Indicators

Goldman Sachs exec tapped to be U.S. ambassador to Canada

Goldman Sachs executive Bruce Heyman, President Barack Obama's pick as ambassador to Canada, appeared before the U.S. Senate recently to talk about his plans for the post if confirmed.

By Staff |December 19, 2013

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U.S. 10 days from government shutdown

The GOP-controlled House voted Friday to cripple President Barack Obama's health care law as part of a risky ploy that threatens a partial shutdown of the government.

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Big Mac Index reveals Norwegians pay most for burgers

The Big Mac Index is The Economist’s way of analyzing purchasing-power parity, a theory that states in the long run, exchange rates should adjust so goods and services cost the same everywhere. Read: BoC will maintain inflation: Poloz The magazine uses McDonald’s Big Mac because it’s made with the same ingredients in almost every country […]

By Staff |July 12, 2013

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Morgan Stanley head takes pay haircut

U.S. banks continue to cut bonuses and pays of their senior executives to beef up their bottom line. The latest addition to the growing list has been James Gorman, Morgan Stanley chief executive, who is set to take a pay cut, second year in a row. While the bank is looking for ways to boost […]

By Staff |January 25, 2013

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U.S. dollar

U.S. companies’ after-tax profits slump

What the strong U.S. dollar means for Canadian investors

Dealing with foreign wealth

Goldman Sachs exec tapped to be U.S. ambassador to Canada

2014 will be better: Tal

U.S. 10 days from government shutdown

Big Mac Index reveals Norwegians pay most for burgers

Canada lags U.S. in investment opportunities

Morgan Stanley head takes pay haircut

U.S. under scrutiny in 2013