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(November 17, 2006) Despite long-standing predictions of an economic slowdown, U.S. consumer confidence has rebounded following the mid-term elections earlier this month, according to RBC. “The post-election rebound in consumer confidence is supported by economic and financial data,” said T.J. Marta, economic and fixed income strategist for RBC Capital Markets. “Housing does remain an issue, […]

By Staff |November 17, 2006

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Blog this: How one advisor made a name for himself online

Have you ever heard of Russell Bailyn? Do a quick search online and you’ll quickly hit upon his young smiling face and all of his thoughts on everything from real estate to professional designations. Bailyn is a wealth manager with Premier Financial Advisors, an independent asset management and advisory firm in New York City — […]

By Mark Brown |November 17, 2006

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(November 16, 2006) The heads of three Canadian mutual fund companies have issued an open letter to the nation’s political leaders, calling for action on climate change. “The decision to amend the Clean Air Act in the House of Commons presents a historic opportunity for Canada to show the world how a country can come […]

By Staff |November 16, 2006

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Measuring inflation: Should seniors get their own CPI?

The consumer price index is a measure of a basket of goods. It looks at things like beer, food and housing, but how appropriate is that measure when your clients retire and their main expenses shift to golf memberships, home care and home renovations? In 2005, the U.S. Congress introduced a bill to establish a […]

By Mark Brown |November 16, 2006

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