Five scenarios that threaten more strife for global markets

The following risks may throw markets back into turmoil Author of the article: Bloomberg News Richard Henderson Published Dec 27, 2022  •  Last updated 3 hours ago  •  4 minute read Join the conversation A giant display of stock indexes, following the COVID-19 outbreak, in Shanghai, China. Photo by Aly Song/Reuters files After the worst year… Continue reading Five scenarios that threaten more strife for global markets

Investor playbook: a tale of two very different halves could have a happy ending

The headwinds of the first half of next year could well set the stage for phenomenal returns in the second half A recession in the first half of 2023 could set the stage for outsized equity returns in the second half. Photo by Andrew Kelly/Reuters Let’s not whitewash how bad 2022 was for markets. To… Continue reading Investor playbook: a tale of two very different halves could have a happy ending

Barry Choi: 5 ways to set yourself up for financial success in 2023

Don’t miss: This cash back app pays actual cash A low credit score can cost you thousands in interest — here’s how you can prevent that 5 mistakes Canadian parents are making with their life insurance Focus on debt repayment Getting ahead is impossible if you have consumer debt, especially with interest rates rising like… Continue reading Barry Choi: 5 ways to set yourself up for financial success in 2023

Taiwan to extend conscription to one year, citing rising China threat

Author of the article: Reuters Yimou Lee and Ann Wang Published Dec 27, 2022  •  3 minute read Join the conversation TAIPEI — Taiwan will extend compulsory military service to one year from four months from 2024 due to the rising threat the democratically governed island faces from its giant neighbor China, President Tsai Ing-wen… Continue reading Taiwan to extend conscription to one year, citing rising China threat

Ukraine Latest: Zelenskiy Sees Gain in East; Austria Warns of Blackout

Ukraine’s economy may grow next year, and this year’s inflation may be less than expected, according to the head of the central bank, who cited the nation’s resilience in the face of Russia’s campaign to destroy energy infrastructure. Author of the article: Bloomberg News Bloomberg News Published Dec 27, 2022  •  Last updated 5 minutes ago… Continue reading Ukraine Latest: Zelenskiy Sees Gain in East; Austria Warns of Blackout

Quitting isn’t always a bad idea when it comes to investing

Quitting should be a part of your risk-management process for 2023 Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during afternoon trading in New York City. Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images files Who would have thought that knowing when to quit something is as important as knowing when to start? Advertisement… Continue reading Quitting isn’t always a bad idea when it comes to investing

Stephen Poloz: Coming recession seen as ‘easy ride’ compared to past downturns

This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Watch: Loonie likely to gain ground in 2023 The Bank of Canada building in Ottawa. Photo by Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press files Article content Stephen Poloz, special advisor to Osler and former Bank of Canada governor, talks with Financial Post’s Larysa Harapyn about how… Continue reading Stephen Poloz: Coming recession seen as ‘easy ride’ compared to past downturns

‘Twas the week before Christmas: Mawer’s 2022 in review

‘It’s not all doom and gloom, bear markets will end’ Traders work on the trading floor at the New York Stock Exchange as Christmas approaches. Photo by REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo Each year, the people at Mawer Investment Management Ltd. offer their year-end perspective in the form of a poem to Financial Post readers. Advertisement 2… Continue reading ‘Twas the week before Christmas: Mawer’s 2022 in review