Category: Financial Topics
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Interest Rate Outlook for Canada Amid U.S. Tariff Turbulence: What Lies Ahead?
On April 16, 2025, the Bank of Canada maintained its interest rate at 2.75% amid global economic uncertainty due to renewed U.S. tariffs. The BoC outlined two scenarios: one optimistic with potential rate cuts if tariffs are reversed, and another pessimistic involving stagflation and possibly rising rates if tariffs persist.
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Certificate of Reviewing
Proud to receive a Certificate of Reviewing from Finance Research Letters for completing 11 reviews between Jan 2023 & Aug 2024. Honored to contribute to advancing research in finance! #AcademicChatter #PeerReview #FinanceResearch
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The Impact of Fitch Ratings’ US Credit Downgrade
The recent downgrade of the US government debt by Fitch Ratings from AAA to AA+ has sparked significant controversy and concern among policymakers, investors, and the public. Fitch’s decision to lower the credit rating comes at a time when the US is still grappling with the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic and facing ongoing…
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Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs): Transforming Monetary Policy and Financial Inclusion
Central Bank Digital Currencies (#CBDCs) are transforming finance! Created and governed by central banks, these digital representations of fiat money offer benefits like financial inclusion, faster payments, and enhanced control. Get ready for a new era in monetary systems! #DigitalCurrency
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Navigating the Inflation Conundrum: Central Banks’ Agonizing Choices and the Implications for Financial Markets
The key concepts discussed in the article “The trouble with sticky inflationInvestors must prepare for sustained higher inflationThe costs of taming price rises could prove too unpalatable for central bank” Overall, the article highlights the complex challenges and potential consequences associated with managing inflation and making choices in the current economic climate. https://www.economist.com/leaders/2023/06/22/investors-must-prepare-for-sustained-higher-inflation
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Sustainable finance and its growing importance in Canada
Sustainable finance involves integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into financial decision-making processes to promote sustainable economic growth while addressing environmental and social challenges. Sustainable finance involves allocating capital towards investments that have a positive impact on the environment and society while minimizing the negative impact of investments in these areas. It includes various…
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US Banking Industry in Turmoil: Collapse of Four Banks and Struggles of a Fifth Leave Investors Reeling
In the span of just 11 days, four banks have collapsed in the US due to unique scenarios, leaving investors concerned about the possible spread of the crisis. The collapse of Silvergate Capital Corp. was caused by its exposure to the crypto industry’s meltdown, and despite the Federal Reserve’s authorization to intervene, it failed to…
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The final destination of all world savings is the USA
I am not certain who originally made this statement. However, it is a common idea that has been expressed by many economists and financial experts over the years. The statement suggests that the United States is a primary destination for savings from around the world, which is reflected in a large amount of foreign investment…
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The efficient market hypothesis (EMH)
The weak form of efficiency hypothesis in two regimes of high volatility and low volatility in the New York Stock Exchange.
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