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Iran to invite foreign companies to bidding on oil and gas Oct 16th
TEHRAN, Iran – Iran’s oil ministry website says the country will invite foreign companies on Monday to bid for oil and gas projects in Iran.
The Sunday report by Shana.ir did not say how many projects would be involved.
It will be the first time Iran offers an international tender for oi.... More »
Scaling-up: How to help female entrepreneurs go global + MORE Jan 29th
A wealth of research shows that investing in female entrepreneurs is a win-win for any national economy
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Tips for the First Time Car Buyer Dec 22nd
Buying your first new car can be both exciting and terrifying. Keep your chin up though, because we’ve got you covered. These seven tips for first time car buyers will help you get the right car for your needs — at a price with which you can comfortably live.
Determine Your Budget
Way too man.... More »
What stocks to buy as rates rise + MORE Mar 27th
Think of investment sectors as neighbourhoods. If you own the best house in the worst neighbourhood, the market will assign a discount on your home’s value. Own the worst house in the best neighbourhood and you’ll enjoy a premium valuation. That’s how Barometer Capital describes its approach .... More »
Joe Canavan on what it takes to build lasting wealth + MORE May 7th
Joe Canavan is a Canadian venture capitalist and Principal of Canavan Capital, recently named Angel of the Year by the National Angel Capital Organization. He was an early backer in companies like Wealthsimple, KOHO, and Borrowell, and scaled Fidelity Investment Canada’s assets from $60 million to.... More »
AGF portfolio managers discussed their outlook for stock markets around the world, interest rates, and the Canadian housing market.
Weekend Readings
– IntelligentSpeculator.net
We always think of Canadians as those reasonable, conservative investors but if you look at the chart on the right, you’ll probably be as shocked as I am…! Wow! Here are a few good readings from the past few days!General Readings
-The robots are losing @ BusinessWeek
-Eurozone unemplyment out of control? @ CuriousCat
-Bitcoins and other bizarre investments @ HopeToProsper
Dividend & Passive Income Readings
-6 dividend stock to profit from the stock squeeze @ TheDividendGuyBlog
-McDonald’s: Appealing under $100 @ DividendMonk
Tech Stock Readings
-Will Zynga (ZNGA) shareholders be compensated for their patience? @ SeekingAlpha
-New Apple iOS is better and worse at the same time @ TheVerge
chart credit: BusinessInsider
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4.5 year – 2.45%
– ratesupermarket.ca
This GIC rate is offered by Outlook Financial and was updated on 2013-03-14. Click on the link above to get more details or apply online.
This and That: Million Dollars Nest Eggs, Commodities, and more…
– canadiancapitalist.com
Million Dollars ain’t what it used to be…
A New York Times column points out that with bond yields low even retirees who have saved up as much do not have a lot to live on.
Commodities for the Long Run
What can we say about commodity prices over the long run? This paper provides fascinating insights into real commodity prices over 160 years. One example: prices of stuff that is grown have depreciated over time but prices of non-renewable resources have increased.
Another week, another alleged fraud
The Vancouver Sun reported on yet another alleged fraud in which a former financial advisor sold extremely risky securities to retirees and senior citizens.
Are Homes Investments?
The Wall Street Journal asked a panel of experts how a personal residence fits into one’s investment portfolio.
The knock against credit cards
This article says that credit cards are making us poorer and fatter. Are credit cards also responsible for global warming?
REITs down
With bond yields spiking up, the hunt for yield may be at an end says this Bloomberg article…
A New York Times column points out that with bond yields low even retirees who have saved up as much do not have a lot to live on.
Commodities for the Long Run
What can we say about commodity prices over the long run? This paper provides fascinating insights into real commodity prices over 160 years. One example: prices of stuff that is grown have depreciated over time but prices of non-renewable resources have increased.
Another week, another alleged fraud
The Vancouver Sun reported on yet another alleged fraud in which a former financial advisor sold extremely risky securities to retirees and senior citizens.
Are Homes Investments?
The Wall Street Journal asked a panel of experts how a personal residence fits into one’s investment portfolio.
The knock against credit cards
This article says that credit cards are making us poorer and fatter. Are credit cards also responsible for global warming?
REITs down
With bond yields spiking up, the hunt for yield may be at an end says this Bloomberg article…
5.5 year – 2.70%
– ratesupermarket.ca
This GIC rate is offered by Outlook Financial and was updated on 2013-03-14. Click on the link above to get more details or apply online.
