Industry News

Obama victory better for markets

The status quo is better for markets, says Craig Porter of Front Street Capital. In his view, an Obama victory would help reassure investors.

By Melissa Shin |October 4, 2012

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Canadians will get raises in 2013: survey

Data released today predicts average salary increases of 2.9% in Quebec and across Canada in 2013.

By Staff |October 3, 2012

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FBI probes insider trading

U.S. authorities are going after corrupt traders with renewed vigour. The number of new FBI investigations into insider trading shot up 43% nationwide for the fiscal year that ended September 30, according to a report on FT. Read: Hedge fund founder convicted of insider trading “Since 2009, criminal charges have been filed against 72 hedge […]

By Staff |October 3, 2012

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Business owners more optimistic

For the first time in five months, optimism among Canada’s small- and medium-size businesses rose in September, finds the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). The Business Barometer index increased to 62.0, from 60.0 in August. Read: Small biz confidence declines, again “Despite this good news, however, the index level still suggests Canada’s economy is […]

By Staff |October 3, 2012

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