Investments

In an uncertain world, Japan remains safe haven

If it seems like rising global unrest is unavoidable, you might take comfort in the stability offered by Japan, despite the yen’s weakness against the U.S. dollar. Read: Here’s what global experts are worried about Increasing expectations for U.S. inflation help the U.S. dollar appreciate against other major currencies, say Royce Mendes and Andrew Grantham […]

By Staff |February 22, 2017

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Energy and financials still most attractive in U.S.

The U.S. market has surprised to the upside. Still, stay focused on companies with normalized earnings potential.

By Sarah Cunningham-Scharf |February 21, 2017

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The why behind Buffett’s latest moves

This week, Berkshire Hathaway boosted its position in United, American and Delta airlines, having initially bought shares in November. If you were scratching your head about why Buffett is keen on the American airline industry, you weren’t alone. Read: Red flags for equity investors In its analysis of the investment, the Chicago Tribune notes that […]

By Staff |February 16, 2017

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Will active beat passive in 2017?

This year, portfolio winners may be hard to find. There will be a compression of market multiples and a return to stock picking.

By Sarah Cunningham-Scharf |February 16, 2017

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