Compared with the broader indices, DAX and Dow Jones, which have already reached new all-time highs, the Nasdaq Biotech Index is currently lagging. The sector index is still around 23% below its peak from August 2021. Nevertheless, the sector is on the move. In addition t...
Stefan Feulner
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9 days ago
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This week, the North American stock markets managed to showcase some contrasted performances. While the NASDAQ and S&P 500 reached record highs, driven by optimism around potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, the Dow Jones also enjoyed a solid rally. Meanwhile, the TS...
Jonathon Brown
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May 16, 2024
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As investors navigate through another week of market activity, attention remains divided between Toronto and New York, with corporate earnings and a significant U.S. Federal Reserve monetary policy decision dominating discussions. In Toronto, the TSX experienc...
Jonathon Brown
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May 2, 2024
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It looks like a peak is forming in artificial intelligence. The most prominent share here is Nvidia (NDAQ:NVDA) . With a spectacular rally, the value has surged by more than 100 per cent in just six months. However, the share price is now stuttering, and there have been ...
André Will-Laudien
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April 18, 2024
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By Shaed Hashimkhial Canada is a forefront contender in financial innovation and cryptocurrency, with significant potential to dominate the digital asset sector. However, opinions vary within the industry; some advocate for clear legislation to support growth, whil...
Research
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April 17, 2024
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Gold has reached another record level of over US$2,300 per ounce. Investors are betting that the U.S. Federal Reserve will cut interest rates later this year. Gold has been on an upward trend since mid-February. On the one hand, it has a reputation for maintaining or...
Juliane Zielonka
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April 8, 2024
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As investors reflect on the past week’s market movements, it’s clear that some notable shifts have taken place in the Canadian and U.S. stock markets. On Bay Street, the Toronto Stock Exchange witnessed intriguing developments, while Wall S...
Jonathon Brown
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April 4, 2024
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By Shaed Hashimkhial The SEC’s endorsement of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs significantly influenced the cryptocurrency markets. Shortly after the announcement, we witnessed a substantial rally in Bitcoin, a notable increase in Ethereum’s...
Research
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March 26, 2024
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North American stocks have had a strong week. Markets on both sides of the border responded well to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s vote to hold interest rates between 5.25 per cent and 5.50 per cent for a fifth straight meeting. The central bank has kept r...
Jonathon Brown
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March 21, 2024
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“The obstacle in the path becomes the path. Never forget, within every obstacle is an opportunity to improve our condition.” That text comes from the 2014 book by businessman Ryan Holiday, “The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning T...
Jonathon Brown
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March 14, 2024
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