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Canada's main stock index lost more than 50 points Wednesday despite strength in energy stocks, while U.S. stock markets also fell. The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed down 53.56 points, or 0.26 per cent, at 20,818.58. In New York, the Dow Jones Industri...

It’s poised to be another challenging year for office real estate investment trusts, but some money managers say there could be decent entry points in the sector for long-term investors. “We are in a 'darkest before dawn' scenario heading into 2024 for off...

Barry Schwartz, chief investment officer and portfolio manager, Baskin Wealth Management FOCUS: North American large-cap stocks  MARKET OUTLOOK: As it turns out, 2023 was a terrific year for stock market investors, and a very good one for investors...

The latest business news as it happensToday’s headlines We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team. Top headlines: Apple leads $370-billion tech rout as stock rally fiz...

They should not pontificate on political and social issues, but having done so in the past, can't complain about backlash nowBy Walter E. Block We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other video...

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Activity in global bond markets grabbed headlines in 2023 and piqued interest in fixed-income markets that are often overlooked by equity investors. While many Canadians may not be tuned into bond market ups and downs, the health of the Canadian bond marke...

Bruce Campbell, president and portfolio manager, StoneCastle Investment Management FOCUS: Canadian stocks MARKET OUTLOOK: 2023 was a year that surpassed the expectations of most economists and market strategists. Presently, economic conditions pose...

Stocks and Treasuries kicked off 2024 on a sour note as last year’s rally stalled and traders reined in their bets on interest-rate cuts.  The Nasdaq 100 index slid 1.7 per cent Tuesday, the benchmark’s biggest drop in two months, as last year’s winners —...

The new year began with a whimper on its first trading day, but many investors remain hopeful that 2024 will bring modest gains for stock markets as well as the beginning of interest rate relief. The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed down 86.30 points, or 0.4...