Time to worry about commercial real estate again?
Today's economyA new study of senior Canadian executives reveals a level of anxiety about commercial real estate not seen since 2009. Here’s why.
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Seven ways today’s economy is like the NHL playoffs
Today's economyWe’re down to just one Canadian team in this year’s Stanley Cup playoffs. Time to catch up on Mad Men.
Is the Canadian dollar headed for a fall?
Today's economyTD Economics has revised its forecast for the Canadian dollar downward. We could see the loonie drop to US90₵ this year.
Gold might be massively undervalued
Today's economySo says gold expert Nick Barisheff. His new book predicts the world’s favourite precious metal will climb to $10,000 an ounce.
A very different take on Unretirement
Today's economyFinancial services veteran Lee Anne Davies says the global financial crisis changed our attitudes about retirement. But not in the way you think.
Four estate planning questions for Douglas Gray
Today's economyDouglas Gray’s The Canadian Guide to Will and Estate Planning, Third Edition — co-authored with John Budd — belongs on your bookshelf.
Don’t worry about Friday’s weak jobs number
Today's economyCanadian employment took a hit in February, according to a report from Statistics Canada released on Friday. No need to hit any panic buttons, though.
What’s next for the Canadian dollar?
Today's economyThe Canadian dollar is being pushed around by multiple economic factors. A Scotiabank report explains what’s going on and where our loonie will land.
