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When choosing between U.S. and Canadian bond issuers, it’s best to look north of the border, says Moody's.
By Wire services |September 11, 2012
1 min read
Economic Indicators
High-grade corporate bonds are better investments than government securities, argues John Braive, vice chairman of CIBC Asset Management.
By Melissa Shin |July 11, 2012
2 min read
Last week’s European Council Summit surpassed the low expectations of investors.
By David Andrews |July 3, 2012
5 min read
Positive dividend growth will continue over the long term, and benefit your clients.
May 17, 2012
Canadian investment manager sentiment towards equities improved this quarter, with U.S. equities and Canadian small caps leading the charge.
By Staff |April 9, 2012
Market Insights
Yields may be at record lows, but bonds still serve as a valuable counterbalance to “bad events” that can occur in a portfolio.
By Staff |February 14, 2012
A constant stream of scary global microeconomic cues has created unprecedented risk aversion among investors who are now playing for capital preservation rather than capital gain.
By Vikram Barhat |February 1, 2012
As the financial crisis of 2008 rolled over into the European crisis of 2011, one investment has remained popular: the U.S. government bond. Even after a ratings downgrade, U.S. Treasuries have held a firm place in the hearts of many investors.
By Staff |December 13, 2011
The European bond market is bracing for a rough week during which Belgium, Italy, Spain and France will be auctioning their debts. The timing couldn't of worse. Just last week, in it's worse-ever auction Germany failed to find buyers for about 40% of its €6 billion offering of 10-year bunds.
By Vikram Barhat |November 28, 2011
3 min read
As media speculation mounts about the possibility of gold becoming collateral for eurobonds, bullion experts in Canada say it's highly unlikely that such a move will ever see the light of day.
By Vikram Barhat |November 22, 2011
Having narrowly escaped the U.S. debt default blow, the holders of municipal and state bonds were only beginning to breathe easy when the credit rating downgrade rekindled their worst fears. A haircut for these investors may now be inescapable as state and local governments brace for unprecedented budgetary challenges. There could be some blowback on […]
By Vikram Barhat |August 11, 2011
While there’s always a chance of catastrophe, the odds of an all-out financial Apocalypse are pretty long, according to Jurrien Timmer, director of global macro research and portfolio co-manager of the Fidelity Tactical Strategies Fund. In a recent webcast, he explained why he’s overweight equities and precious metals at the expense of investment grade bonds. […]
By Dean DiSpalatro |August 2, 2011
4 min read
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