The International Monetary Fund expects global economic growth to strengthen from 3% in 2013 to 3.6% in 2014 and 3.9% in 2015.
The Canadian dollar dropped below 90 U.S. cents this week—something that hurts Canada’s economy more than it helps.
Capital markets often get a bad rap. But a new research paper by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA), the global hedge fund industry association, argues that bond and stock markets could help revive the European Union’s battered economy.
Investment managers around the world expect continued growth in the American economy and corporate profits even as the Federal Reserve reduces its bond buying under the quantitative easing program.
Canada’s prospects in 2014 will rise with the United States', but we need links to more countries to achieve sustainable growth, say top economists.
Canadian economic growth is expected to improve in 2014 relative to the lacklustre pace of 2013, finds Russell Investments. However, the outlook is less optimistic about the impact a strengthening U.S. economy may have on domestic fundamentals.
Canada’s industrial sector is ripe for investment in 2014, as the logistics and distribution segment is expected to see strong demand resulting from growing international retailers and e-commerce.
Investment professionals worldwide report greater optimism over economic prospects for the coming year but do not express confidence that the integrity of capital markets is improving, according to a survey.
While Canada’s financial sector is healthy, the International Monetary Fund says it's essential to remain vigilant against the potential risks from the prolonged period of low interest rates.
Even though some stock markets have hit new highs recently, there is still some upside potential.