Business Monday
Last Updated: May 2, 2011 12:00am
Many use social media to make decisions
When I started my career in business, one of the first things I was taught was the theory that "knowledge is power." At the time, it was believed consumers needed to know an expert in order to make informed decisions. Possessing knowledge and expertise enabled businesses to grow and flourish.
Money
Last Updated: May 1, 2011 12:34pm
Investors wrestle with shift in NDP momentum
The rise of the left-leaning New Democratic Party could knock Canadian markets lower for a bit unless a vote split between the NDP and the Liberals in Monday’s election gives the incumbent Conservatives the majority government they covet.
Money
Last Updated: May 1, 2011 12:40pm
Buffett remains solid on the American economy
Warren Buffett is no analyst, but he still has a “strong buy” rating on America.
Money
Last Updated: April 30, 2011 11:50am
One-third of Canadian adults pay no income taxes
Complaining about high taxes is practically a national sport in Canada, so it may surprise you to learn that more than one-third of adults in this country paid no federal income tax last year.
Money
Last Updated: April 30, 2011 10:12am
NDP surge catches economists off guard
The NDP's sudden rise in popularity has caught many market watchers off guard, with economists now scrambling to assess the potential impact of an underdog victory on the stock and currency markets.
Money
Last Updated: April 29, 2011 4:33pm
Loonie soars to 3-1/2 year high
Canada’s dollar matched its 3-1/2 year high against a broadly weaker U.S. currency on Friday, shrugging off data that showed Canada’s economy shrank unexpectedly and uncertainty over next week’s federal election.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 27, 2011 6:37am
Talk now heads off future disputes
Six months before she died, Helen changed her will. That was 10 years ago.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 27, 2011 6:36am
Bumpy ride expected for bonds
Fixed income investments -- savings accounts, bonds, mortgages, T-bills, guaranteed income certificates (GICs) and the like -- are typically viewed as safe haven investments by many investors.
Money
Last Updated: April 26, 2011 4:43pm
Toronto leads the way on late tax filing
Procrastination is a word Toronto apparently know well - around tax time.
Money
Last Updated: April 26, 2011 2:17pm
Hiring intentions reach 6-year high
Hiring intentions in the country are at a six-year high, according to a new Conference Board of Canada survey.
Money
Last Updated: April 26, 2011 12:18am
Canada's corner stores threatened by card fees, contraband
A combination of poor policies, lack of political leadership, high credit card transaction fees and contraband tobacco are having a devastating impact on Canada's corner stores, forcing 350 to close last year alone, according to the trade body representing mom and pop shops.
Money
Last Updated: April 25, 2011 3:26pm
Silver, platinum to outshine gold
Silver and platinum are likely to continue to outshine gold as inflation fears fuel demand for precious metals, a leading bullion specialist said.
Money
Last Updated: April 25, 2011 3:24pm
Auto production faces bigger hit after Japan quake
Toyota Motor Co may slip to No. 3 in the automaker production rankings behind General Motors and Volkswagen due to Japan’s earthquake and nuclear crisis, which slashed local output by almost two-thirds in March alone.
Money
Last Updated: April 25, 2011 1:50pm
Canadians remain top U.S. tourism spenders
Canadian tourists were the top spenders in the U.S. for the third straight year in 2010, boosting spending by 18%, according to Visa Inc. figures.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 25, 2011 8:25pm
Her business savvy bloomed at the tender age of seven
Shantal Feltham was seven years old when she made her first business deal.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 25, 2011 8:26am
Hacked evidence not always admissible
There is a common-law rule that illegally obtained evidence is admissible in court no matter how it was obtained. But there are exceptions.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 25, 2011 8:23am
Vital to cast informed vote
As we head into the final week of the federal election campaign, we want London voters to take a hard look at what we feel are some of the more pressing issues facing our country and what the various federal parties claim they will do about these issues if they were to be elected.
Money
Last Updated: April 20, 2011 5:55pm
Apple crushes Wall Street forecasts
Apple Inc posted results that blew past Wall Street expectations, fueled by solid demand for the iPhone and Mac computers.
Money
Last Updated: April 20, 2011 11:55am
Debt knocks on university doors
Canada's universities and colleges must radically transform the way they do business or they will fail, according to a new study.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 20, 2011 10:58am
Debt danger warning signs and solutions
If your debt load is heavier than you want it to be, you're not alone.
Money
Last Updated: April 20, 2011 9:32am
Workforce may take flight
Diamond Aircraft is asking Industry Canada to give it about $8 million so its laid-off workers can be recalled.
Business Monday
Last Updated: April 18, 2011 9:06am
Change in tide long overdue
Cultural professionals from across Canada gathered last week in London to network and discover insight into the future of Canada's cultural sector.