John Kirton, director of the G-8 research group, University of Toronto, examines how finance ministers and central bankers of the G-7 grappled with financial regulation and fiscal stimulus.
Figures for housing starts in January are released today. BNN speaks to Peter Norman, senior director and general manager, Altus Group Economic Consulting, to determine if Canada is building its way out of recession.
With commodity prices rising, the number of players shrinking and mining giants getting into the game, 2010 is shaping up to be a fascinating year for the fertilizer sector. But how much do investors really know about fertilizer? Brett Harris has the primer.
Be wary of chasing investment performance. Some investors move in crowds, chasing performance winners. But when the trend moves out of favour, those investors risk harming their wealth in the long-term. A look at how to achieve consistent long-term growth, and avoid the temptation of the latest hot tip, with Gaetan Ruest, manager, strategic investment planning, Investors Group.
Former rivals Toronto-based GMP Capital and Winnipeg-based Richardson have joined forces under the new entity, Richardson GMP. The firm has more than $11B in assets. BNN talks to James Werry, CEO, Richardson GMP Ltd.
Bonds are an important part of any portfolio, but have you found the right mix for your needs? What class has the edge today and what about the maturities? On Under the Microscope, BNN stacks up the different bond classes.