Economy

Canada should hedge against commodity risk: CIBC

Canada’s resource-rich provinces should consider hedging against commodity risks, even if it means giving up part of the revenue windfall when prices are high, reports CIBC World Markets Inc. “Resources are called cyclicals for a reason, and provincial finance ministers are now acutely aware that a bountiful surplus can turn into a gaping deficit in […]

By Staff |January 29, 2013

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Canada should pursue global markets: Scotiabank

Canada could improve productivity through innovation and efficiency.

By Staff |January 29, 2013

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India pushes for growth

There have been significant developments in the Asian powerhouse over the past six months.

January 29, 2013

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U.S. fiscal war could prove self-defeating

Signs are emerging that the ongoing budgetary tug of war between Obama and the Republicans will be protracted, the economic cost of which could be punishing in proportion. Last month’s fiscal cliff deal caused a budgetary contraction of about 1.5% of U.S. gross domestic product, most of which was due to the decision to let […]

By Staff |January 28, 2013

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