Outlook 2016

In this special feature from the Mid-January 2016 issue of Investment Executive learn about opportunities in U.S. equities, muted prospects in Canada, the outlook for financial services firms, Europe’s recovery, slower growth in China, and much more.

January 15, 2016

Signs of inflation and deflation

Web exclusive: Some strategists think there could be wage pressure in the U.S.

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Gold still lacks lustre

Web exclusive: Although gold bugs remain positive, gold may be best used as inexpensive insurance in a portfolio to provide some protection against steep plunges in global markets

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Diverging trends shadow bonds

As the Fed begins raising rates, investors are unsure whether to seek safety or brave the markets in the search of bargains and better returns in the future

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Questions hang over oil prices

A complex interplay of factors, such as OPEC's policies and China's economic growth, make prices for oil and gas producers and base metals firms uncertain. But there may be opportunities

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Weak growth a drag on bank profits

Low interest rates will continue to hurt financial services firms, particularly the banks, which are looking for ways to supplement reduced earnings from narrow net interest margins these efforts include cost controls and foreign operations

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Outlook 2016: Not a barnburner

Global economic growth this year is expected to be anemic

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Asia-Pacific a bright spot

Growth in Asian economies are expected to slow slightly this year, but the overall pace remains healthy. However, the region remains vulnerable to the slowdown in China

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Bright spots amid the gloom

Outlook 2016Despite trouble signs in many regions and sectors, some investment strategists say there still is room for returns in 2016

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Canadian equities in a “tough spot”

With oil prices expected to remain low, the pain felt in Canada’s markets and economy in 2015 is likely to continue, so clients and their financial advisors will need to look carefully for investment opportunities. The consensus among portfolio managers is that Canada’s economy has yet to feel the full force of the slowdown in […]

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New reforms taking shape

As global financial regulators begin implementing new requirements, policy-makers are hammering out the details of these reforms and assessing the impact of measures already introduced

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