At the open: TSX slips after weak GDP results – The Globe and Mail + MORE Aug 31st

Economy shrank at annualized rate of 1.6 per cent in spring quarter; but expected rebound sees June post biggest monthly gain in almost three years

The Globe and MailAt the open: TSX slips after weak GDP resultsThe Globe and MailCanada's main stock index opened lower on Tuesday after the release of weak second-quarter gross domestic product results and as oil prices dropped more than 1 per cent on the back of a stronger U.S. dollar. Canada's economy shrank in the second …North American stock markets flatten amid no economic news; gold, oil also slideCTV NewsTSX falls as energy and mining stocks lose groundReuters CanadaToronto stock market a rare bright spot as US indexes, loonie, oil and gold fallMedicine Hat NewsReuters UK -Reuters -Daily Mailall 52 news articles »

Despite being plunged into turmoil by the Brexit vote, British stocks and currency have incredibly recovered to their pre-referendum levels. Regardless of whether this is a short or long-term recovery, it underlines the robust nature of the world’s fifth largest economy and hints at positive portents for the remainder of the year and beyond.
Despite this, you can ill-afford to become complacent in the current climate, as long-term financial stability remains far from assured (regardless of the continued influence of Brexit). This means that you will need to take great care when planning your finances, while preferably employing the services of an expert to help refine your efforts.
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National Bank declares dividendsMontreal GazetteMONTREAL, Aug. 31, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ – National Bank of Canada's (TSX: NA) Board of Directors declared a dividend on its common shares of $0.55 per common share for the quarter ending October 31, 2016. This dividend will be payable on November 1, …and more »