One of the most important principles of sound investment management is staying on top of what’s happening in the world and how those events affect finances. Conditions change quickly, and keeping up-to-date on developments and trends can be challenging. The team of experts producing IWB have been advising Canadian investors for over 25 years.
Edited and Published by Gordon Pape. Associate Editor: Richard Croft
With Gavin Graham, Ryan Irvine, Glenn Rogers, Shawn Allen, Adam Mayers, Paul Bamford & Michael Corcoran.
Recent Issues
iwb21206 (February 13, 2012)
Build a winning RRSP… Gavin Graham: Bet on equities in 2012 … Gavin Graham says Dollarama still a buy… Three RRSP tips… Gordon Pape’s updates: iShares S&P 500 Index Fund, iShares DEX Short Term Bond Index Fund, iShares DEX Universe Bond Index Fund, Cameco Corp…. Irwin Michael updates Genworth MI… Your Questions: Hold recommendations
iwb21205 (February 6, 2012)
Stay defensive… Some insurance stocks look attractive… Tom Slee updates Enbridge, Rogers Communications, Emera, National Bank… The debt bomb… Gordon Pape’s RRSP updates: Mackenzie Sentinel Income Fund, Philips, Hager & North Total Return Bond Fund, Claymore 1-5 Laddered Government Bond ETF… Your Questions: Covered call ETFs, retirement capital… Members’ Corner: U.S. election, survey questions
iwb21201 (January 9, 2012)
Instability rules!…The 2011 scorecard…Tom Slee’s view of the year ahead…Tom Slee’s four top picks for 2012…Tom Slee updates Gildan Activewear…Gold is the common denominator…Gordon Pape’s updates: Telus, Suncor…Your Questions: TFSA contributions…New book now available
iwb21144 (December 12, 2011)
Counting blessings… Grappling with the Great Contraction… Tom Slee recommends two preferred shares… Tom Slee updates Bombardier, Canadian Tire, Quadra FNX Mining… Glenn Rogers likes Disney… Glenn Rogers updates American Science and Engineering, Johnson Controls, Las Vegas Sands, Broadcom… The Super Stocks: Tim Hortons… Beat the price increase
Recent Updates
Consumer Stables Select Sector SPDR Fund (NDQ: XLP)
This huge ETF invests in the shares of companies that are involved in the development, production, and sales of basic consumer products, of the type found in every household. These include food, pharmaceuticals, beverages, personal hygiene products, and more.
Cheniere Energy (NYSE: LNG)
This Houston-based company is one of the largest distributors of liquefied natural gas based in the US. Much of its recent growth has been driven by Russia’s war in Ukraine and the impact of the war in Iran, which has closed the Strait of Hormuz. These conflicts have left Europe and other countries around the world scrambling for alternate natural gas supplies. LNG is in the right place at the right time.
The stock recently hit an all-time high of $300.89 but has pulled back to the current level. Despite the retreat, the shares are up about one-third so far this year and we have a gain of 84% on the original recommended price.
Eaton Corporation (NYSE: ETN)
Based in Dublin and operating globally, Eaton produces the essential electrical and power-management equipment that makes modern energy systems safe, reliable, and efficient. Its portfolio includes advanced switchgear, circuit protection, UPS systems, power converters, and intelligent breakers – the hardware heartbeat inside data-centre halls, factories, hospitals, and substations.
The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TJX)
TJX operates 5,000 stores worldwide under various banners such as T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, Winners, HomeSense, and T.K. Maxx. There are Marshalls, Winners, and HomeSense stores in several Canadian cities.
Ross Stores (NDQ: ROST)
Ross Stores is a Fortune 500 company, based in California. Last year its revenues were $18.9 billion. It offers 20% to 60% off department store prices for apparel, footwear, and home fashion. The company operates over 1,900 locations, focusing on a no-frills shopping experience.
The stock is up about 26% so far this year and recently touched an all-time high of $230.44.