Economies, like stock markets, move in cycles, experiencing peaks and troughs while trending higher over time. The troughs can be challenging, but it’s important to remember that they don’t last forever.
Recessions are short-lived
Technically, a recession is defined…
Alternative energy technologies such as wind and solar power were once considered a niche investment. But increasing concerns over climate change and dwindling global oil reserves have made “green power” a mainstream industry, with strong prospects for future growth.
While the decline in oil prices in late 2008…
The popularity of organic food is growing rapidly. Canadians buy well over $1 billion worth of organic foods each year, according to the Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada, and demand is growing at an estimated 15% to 25% a year.
But while consumers are increasingly willing to…
You may think of insurance as a backstop against ill health or as security for your family. However, insurance solutions can also provide stable investment options to help reduce risk in today’s ever changing markets.
Insurance solutions offer the potential to boost your long-term returns, while also guaranteeing…
Asset allocation is an essential tool for building a balanced portfolio. Each of the major asset classes has a role to play in your investment plan. The cash portion provides security and liquidity, fixed income adds stability and regular income, while equities provide the growth potential you…
Jean-Anthony Mentor – Associate, Portfolio Advisory Group – Fixed Income
Guaranteed Investment Certificates are deposit instruments issued by Canadian banks guaranteeing investors a predetermined rate of interest for a stated term, while offering security of the principal. In general, these…
The 2009 federal budget, introduced on Tuesday, January 27, is aimed at stimulating the Canadian economy in reaction to a deepening global economic recession and the lack of availability of credit in many parts of the world.
Going into the…