The latest data from Canada’s Labour Force Survey marks a significant surge in the unemployment rate to 6.8%, the highest since 2017. This sharp rise reflects the aftershocks of the aggressive interest rate hikes between 2022 and 2023, which were implemented to combat inflation while leaving the Canadian
In the dynamic world of robotics and automation, small-cap and micro-cap companies are often overlooked in favor of larger, more established firms. Yet these emerging companies are where innovation flourishes, offering investors substantial opportunities to benefit from disruptive technologies. Robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence are no longer confined to factory
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Quantum computing, with its unprecedented computational power, is reshaping how the financial sector addresses complex challenges in portfolio optimization, risk management, and derivatives pricing. Quantum technology has evolved significantly over the past decade, and financial institutions are increasingly exploring its potential to optimize large-scale data-driven tasks that traditional computing cannot
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Copper, often dubbed the "metal of electrification," is poised to remain a critical element in the evolving global economic and industrial landscape. Despite recent market turbulence, including surpluses and high inventories, the long-term outlook for copper is underpinned by structural demand drivers, primarily the global energy transition, urbanization,
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Front-month gold futures soared 5.6% this week, reaching $2,709.90/oz—their largest one-week move since March 2023—amid escalating geopolitical risks, particularly in Eastern Europe. Reports of Russia’s use of advanced ballistic missiles have heightened safe-haven demand, outweighing pressures from a stronger dollar and fading expectations
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Buffett’s Sales: Key Trends and Insights Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway continue to attract attention with significant stock sales in 2024. Recent filings reveal that Berkshire sold another $36 billion in equities while buying just $1.5 billion, primarily focused on Apple (AAPL) and Bank of America (BAC). This
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As the cryptocurrency market continues its rapid growth, the demand for a clear, comprehensive regulatory framework is becoming critical. Around the world, regulators are intensifying their oversight, and new legislative proposals are emerging that will shape the cryptocurrency industry's trajectory in the coming years. This article explores the
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Bitcoin (BTC-USD) surged past the $80,000 mark over the past weekend, representing a key “Trump Trade” in the aftermath of the 2024 election. President-elect Donald Trump’s alignment with pro-crypto policies has sparked significant momentum in the digital assets market, positioning Bitcoin as a central beneficiary. This analysis evaluates
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Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. presidential election is widely viewed as a positive development for the financial sector, particularly for banking institutions. As a result, bank stocks experienced a notable rally on Wednesday. Both the KBW Nasdaq Bank Index and the S&P 500 Banks (Industry
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As the U.S. presidential election approaches, the potential re-election of Donald Trump could significantly impact global financial markets, capital-raising dynamics, and geopolitical relations. Building on existing analysis, this piece integrates deeper insights into fiscal policies, sector-specific implications, and strategies for Canadian investors and companies. It outlines the possible changes
The U.S. economic environment continues to show resilience despite slower growth. Recent Federal Reserve rate cuts, including a notable 50 basis point reduction, are creating a favorable landscape for risk-on trades, particularly in the tech and AI sectors. AI adoption is expanding rapidly, with 5.9% of U.S.
New York, NY – October 3, 2024 – ArcStone Securities and Investments Corp. is excited to announce its participation as an investor in the Paklaunch UNConference ‘24.2, on October 3rd and 4th, 2024, in Palo Alto, California. This exclusive event will unite top Pakistani entrepreneurs, global investors, and leading professionals, with
ALT5 Sigma Announces Strategic Separation, Enhancing Value for Shareholders On Wednesday, ALT5 Sigma (NASDAQ: ALTS) announced a bold strategic move to separate its fintech and biotech businesses into two distinct entities, leading to a dip in shares during premarket trading. This separation follows the company’s acquisition of fintech innovator
Company Ticker: iShares MSCI Israel ETF (EIS) Price Movement: EIS -3.14% (as of Oct. 1, 2024, 6:01 PM ET) Sector: Middle East Geopolitical and Economic Risk Investment Highlights * S&P Global Downgrades Israel’s Credit Rating: S&P Global Ratings downgraded Israel’s long-term foreign currency
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Copper futures are experiencing significant declines following a sharp revision by Goldman Sachs, which has lowered its forecast for copper prices by nearly $5,000/ton. This downward adjustment is a result of China’s faltering economic recovery, which is expected to delay the anticipated rebound in global copper demand.
The Bank of Canada reduced its key interest rate by 25 basis points on Wednesday and indicated the possibility of more significant cuts if the economy experiences a sharper slowdown in the coming months. As we navigate through a period of global economic uncertainty, this move carries significant implications for
In a robust display of market resilience, U.S. stock index futures climbed on Friday as inflation data came in slightly lower than anticipated, bolstering investor sentiment and easing concerns over aggressive monetary tightening. This positive development follows a mixed trading session on Thursday, where early gains were offset by
Ticker: TSXV: MIM | OTCQB: MIMDF | FSE: KH3 Current Price: $0.32 52-Week Range: $0.19 - $0.45 Market Cap: $14.915M Shares Outstanding: 39.82M Float: 37.81M Insider Ownership: 4.39% MiMedia Holdings Inc. has been making significant strides in expanding its footprint within the consumer cloud platform
