These ETFs let you tap the major indexes

The major Canadian and U.S. stock markets, while subject to volatility, have moved back up since their initial COVID-19 drop. Nonetheless, we think that if you can afford to stay in the market for several years or longer, now is still a good time for… Read More

Spinoffs & Takeovers Hotline – Friday, May 6, 2022

SENSATA TECHNOLOGIES HOLDING PLC, $45.75, symbol ST on New York, develops, makes and sells sensors and controls. Through its Performance Sensing business (73% of revenues), the company supplies a wide array of automotive/heavy vehicle sensors (pressure, speed, temperature) that are embedded in transmission, air conditioning,… Read More

July 31, 2019, Client Letter

In recent years, I’ve mentioned that the world is going through a gigantic monetary experiment. At first, I was referring to the “quantitative easing” that the U.S. Federal Reserve and other central banks began in 2008/2009, to offset the financial crisis. But the more I.. Read More

These gold ETFs have more gains ahead

For many investors, gold represents a “safe harbour” in these turbulent times. That’s reflected in the sharp price jumps we continue to see—most notably in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Meanwhile, we expect gold-loving markets in Asia and other emerging economies to rebound… Read More

Six North American ETFs: 5 buys, 1 hold

The major Canadian and U.S. stock markets, while subject to volatility, have moved back up since their initial COVID-19 drop. Nonetheless, we think that if you can afford to stay in the market for several years or longer, now is still a good time for… Read More