National Bank and Laurentian are putting much weight on enhancing the in-branch experience
Convenience-store chain companies are much in favour as they had responded to the recession by offering more promotions and providing more value. And as the economy improves, so will sales at these stores, many of which are located in gas stations.Although a research report from TD Newcrest, a division of TD Securities Inc. in Toronto, […]
Two common measures of unpopularity now represent profit opportunities
With China still expanding strongly, its Asian neighbours are well positioned to maintain and build on their recent growth spurts. Issues for investors to watch out for include rising interest rates, appreciating currencies and domestic politics
Most analysts are bullish about the demand for oil and its price over the medium term because of strong growth in emerging economies. Their views on base metals vary, depending on the product, but copper is a favourite
Some, however, believe 2011 will be a good year, citing potential benefits to many U.S. firms from growth in emerging markets, Europe or Japan; S&P analysts pick IT, industrials and materials as sectors to overweight
Canadian equity fund managers are tilting their portfolios heavily toward cyclical stocks, betting on economic improvement and crossing their fingers in hopes of an upside surprise.The consensus economic prediction for 2011 won’t surprise anyone: sluggish growth with a vigilant watch on a few fronts. For instance, fund managers are aware of the risk that China’s […]
Strong Canadian dollar will help some industries, hinder others
13 stocks expected to produce superior results
Industry going in two directions based on commodity prices