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IAIM to manage IA Clarington Target Click

IA Clarington Investments has named Industrial Alliance Investment Management (IAIM) as portfolio advisor for IA Clarington's line of Target Click Funds as well as their underlying equity component.

By Staff |August 22, 2011

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Stimulus rumors stoke U.S. markets

U.S. stocks rose on speculation the government would engage in a fresh round of stimulus spending, while the Federal Reserve elite prepare to meet in Jackson Hole, Wyoming to discuss whether QE2 did in fact have the desired effect on the economy.

By Staff |August 22, 2011

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Desjardins jumps to 20th on safe bank list

Desjardins Group, Canada's largest cooperative financial group, climbed from 25th to 20th on Global Finance's list of the World's 50 Safest Banks 2011. Holding strong at fourth in North America, Desjardins continues to outstrip all major American banks.

By Staff |August 22, 2011

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Riding the market rodeo in retirement

Retirees, like many other clients, can be emotional and extremely reactive to market shocks. how can their advisors prepare to handle frequent fluctuations in their mood and needs in such tumultuous times?

By Vikram Barhat |August 22, 2011

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