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Economists' Canada Problem
Article By:
Jeffrey P. Snider
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Tuesday, December 27, 2016 8:35 PM EDT
Canada’s economy remains the distinct enigma of the developed world, where the binary business cycle breakdown is perhaps most conspicuous.
2017: Ten Surprises For Japan
Article By:
WisdomTree
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Wednesday, December 14, 2016 12:10 PM EDT
It is the time of year when economists and strategists present their forecasts and baseline scenarios for the year ahead. Here are 10 surprises for Japan in 2017.
Has Oil’s Problem Been Solved?
Article By:
Lance Roberts
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Monday, December 12, 2016 9:57 AM EDT
This is the 4th cut in production by OPEC since the turn of the century. These cuts in production did not last long, generally speaking, but tend to occur at price peaks, rather than price bottoms.
Bonds: 90% Of You Are Herding
Article By:
Gary Tanashian
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Tuesday, December 6, 2016 10:26 AM EDT
90% (my low-balled estimate) of you, the investing public, are herding when it comes to the bond market.
Will The Fed Initiate A (Mini) Crisis?
Article By:
Independent Trader
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Monday, December 5, 2016 5:21 AM EDT
Today’s world is indebted at the scale never seen before, especially when we add debt on all levels – government, corporate and private. Every increase of the interest rate makes debt servicing more expensive.
The Best 5 Stock Market Sectors As 2017 Kicks Off
Article By:
Taki Tsaklanos
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Sunday, December 4, 2016 7:59 PM EDT
We follow more than 50 sectors in the U.S. stock market, and we selected the most promising stock market sectors as 2017 kicks off. We use sector ETFs for this type of analysis.
Take A Ride On The Bearish Bond Train?
Article By:
Brad Zigler
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Friday, December 2, 2016 2:04 PM EDT
Interest rates are forecast to rise across the board.
The Long-Term Investing Myth
Article By:
Lance Roberts
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Monday, November 28, 2016 7:33 AM EDT
Investing is not a competition. There are no prizes for winning but there are severe penalties for losing.
Eight Italian Banks To Fail: Renzi Seeks Scapegoat
Article By:
Mish Shedlock
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Monday, November 28, 2016 4:30 AM EDT
Up to eight of Italy’s troubled banks risk failing if prime minister Matteo Renzi loses a constitutional referendum next weekend and ensuing market turbulence deters investors from recapitalising them, officials and senior bankers say.
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A Spread Of Top-Ranked ETFs For Thanksgiving And After
Article By:
Zacks Investment Research
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Tuesday, November 22, 2016 3:08 PM EDT
We are just three days away from Thanksgiving Day, which kicks off holiday season. Americans join extended families and give thanks for the good things they have in life.
Earnings Magic Exposed
Article By:
Michael Lebowitz
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Wednesday, October 26, 2016 9:17 AM EDT
Since the beginning of the current quarter 76% of the 113 S&P 500 companies that have released earnings results have exceeded expectations. Unfortunately, few investors are paying attention to the measurement tool.
3 Risks That Could Derail Your Retirement Plan
Article By:
Ron DeLegge
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Monday, October 24, 2016 8:17 PM EDT
Even those who have been diligent savers throughout the years, carefully investing their money, they could face catastrophic situations that derail their ability to live a comfortable retirement. Let’s examine a few of them.