It was a miserable year for the TSX. Canada’s benchmark index was down 11.1% for 2015. But there were a few bright spots amongst the rubble.
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Why invest?
Can you answer that question in just a few words?
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Buying in down markets
Employ disciplined strategies when buying in down markets.
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The rigged bond market
It’s time to set a clear timetable for the full implementation of an open bond trading system in Canada.
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Pay attention to Bank’s warning
The Bank of Canada normally steers clear of commenting on the stock market. So when it does, we need to pay attention.
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Shopify starts strong
Normally we don’t cover recent IPOs (initial public offerings) since they tend to be volatile and risky in their first few months of trading. However, last week a Canadian success story launched a successful IPO and gained over 50% on the opening day of trading. It was a very strong debut.
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Trudeau declares tax war
The Liberals and Trudeau have decided to tackle Stephen Harper’s Conservative Party on its own turf with an ambitious Robin Hood-style tax program: take from the rich, give to the poor (or in this case the middle class).
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Take advantage of TFSA rule changes
The increase in the annual TFSA contribution limit to $10,000 has taken these powerful savings vehicles to a whole new level.
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Is Europe Really Recovering?
The European stock markets have been on a roll for the last few months.
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Venture investing needs fundamental changes
With practically all the North American broader indexes hitting new all-time highs over the past year, one exchange has flown under the radar.
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Get used to low rates
Anyone hoping for a return to higher interest rates in the near future is going to be disappointed. That day has been postponed again, perhaps until 2016.
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Don’t let your portfolio drift
When stock markets are strong, your asset mix can quickly get out of line.
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What does it take to be a good investor?
One simple principle can make you a lot of money over the years.
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When to sell your stock?
It’s one of the toughest decisions an investor has to make – when is the right time to sell a stock? Here are some tips to help.
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Choosing an energy fund
There will be ups and downs along the way, but I think the rebound in the energy sector is going to continue. If you agree, the issue then becomes choosing the best securities for your portfolio.