Economic Indicators

U.S. GDP rises 2%

South of the border, consumers are buying again.

By Staff |October 26, 2012

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Will the U.S. election impact the economy?

CFA Institute members were asked whether the U.S. presidential race would have an impact on the economy. The votes have been tallied and the answer is yes, by a near landslide—80% believe the election will impact the U.S. economy. But whether for better or worse is still anybody’s guess. Read: Obama, Romney target U.S. taxes […]

By Staff |October 26, 2012

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Companies face growth challenges

Although three-quarters of Canadian financial executives are optimistic about growth opportunities, many are still facing challenges. According to a Canadian Financial Executives Research Foundation (CFERF) study, these include: increasing pressure (i.e. price, product) from existing competitors (69%); current economic conditions (58%); increasing customer expectations (49%); technological change (35%); competition from new market entrants (33%); and […]

By Staff |October 26, 2012

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Boomers look to real estate for retirement income

A third of Boomers plan on selling their real estate investments for financial support during their retirement years.

By Staff |October 25, 2012

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