What is next for Corporate Canada.pptx
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Key risks areas facing corporate Canada - https://www.canadianunderwriter.ca/catastrophes/what-are-canadas-major-business-risks-for-2023-1004229705/ Adopting of ESG and Sustainability Reporting - https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/today-s-issues/environmental-social-and-governance/net-zero/preparing-for-esg-assurance.html Meeting the competitive challenges - https://thebusinesscouncil.ca/publication/meeting-the-competitive-challenge/ Canada GDP continues to face many challenges - https://thoughtleadership.rbc.com/canadian-economy-unlikely-to-dodge-a-downturn-despite-early-2023-resilience/ Canada needs to look at ways to develop its mining sector in a sustainable way - https://www.thesudburystar.com/opinion/columnists/column-the-critical-and-urgent-case-for-developing-critical-minerals-in-canada Canada forest sector continues to be world class – https://www.todayville.com/calgary/12-facts-showing-canada-world-class-forestry-sector/ Canada energy sector is had some of the toughest ethical and environmental rules in the world. More needs to be done to promote the oil and gas sector as part of the overall energy solution for world electricity power requirements. https://calgaryherald.com/opinion/columnists/varcoe-canadian-lng-projects-status
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 18 2023.pptx
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Agriculture - https://www.agriculture.com/grain-markets-on-the-up-or-august-18-2023-7692855
Lithium - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lithium-metal-market-reach-13-140500079.html
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Natural Gas - https://www.dw.com/en/lng-supplies-why-europe-is-spooked-by-australian-strike/a-66567877
Ports - https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/en/services-information/operational-updates/north-america.html
Steel - https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19378449/aisi-us-raw-steel-production-surged
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Stocks ended the session mixed on Friday as investors reacted to a report showing wholesale prices rose more than expected in July.
The Nasdaq fell 0.7% while the S&P 500 slipped 0.1%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid at the open but recovered to close up about 0.3%. The Dow was the only index to post gains for the week, rising 0.6%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both lost ground for the second week in a row, falling 0.3% and 1.9%, respectively.
The Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 0.3% last month after increasing 0.1% in June. Economists had expected wholesale inflation to rise, but only to 0.2%. Core PPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also climbed 0.3%, up from 0.1% in June. The data comes a day after the Consumer Price Index rose 0.2% for the second straight month, a rate nearly consistent with the Fed's 2% inflation target
Source - https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-08112023-7642347
Links and sources:
Oil Production - https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/08/11/crude-oil-demand-opec-price-increase-china-saudi-arabia-russia/
Natural Gas - https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-drillers-cut-oil-gas-rigs-fifth-week-row-baker-hughes-2023-08-11/
Lithium - https://www.enverus.com/blog/direct-lithium-extraction-could-be-key-to-unlocking-domestic-supply/
Forestry - https://www.resourcewise.com/forest-products-blog/canadian-lumber-market-shrinking-could-europe-fill-gap
Mining - https://www.mining.com/mining-is-growing-rapidly-so-are-investor-state-disputes/
Inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/charting-the-global-economy-us-stays-on-moderate-inflation-path-1.1958052
Housing - https://globalnews.ca/news/9890405/tiny-homes-pilot-late-2023-if-approved/
Technology - https://www.thedailystar.net/life-living/news/tech-trends-will-shape-our-future-3390151
Geopolitical - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Economies - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/20-countries-highest-rate-economic-121800158.html or
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 21 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market Analysis for the week-ending July 21, 2023
• US stocks traded mixed Friday, with the Dow capping off a 10-day winning streak.
• It's the longest run of gains for the index since August 2017.
• Next week investors will be watching big earnings from Microsoft and Meta, as well as a Fed meeting.
US stocks traded mixed on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average eking out a gain to cap off a 10-day winning streak, its longest stretch in the green since August 2017.
To close the week, American Express, oil firm Schlumberger, and advertising company Interpublic Group all reported earnings. More than 70% of the companies that have reported so far have beat expectations, according to FactSet data.
Meanwhile, investors will be watching to see what policymakers announce at next week's Federal Reserve meeting. Many strategists expect a 0.25% interest rate hike, following last month's "skip."
A quarter-point hike to the 5.25%-5.50% range would "more than likely mark the end of a historic tightening cycle," EY Chief Economist Gregory Daco wrote in a note Friday. "But those expecting a fanfare will be disappointed as the Fed will make every (too many) efforts to sound as hawkish as tolerable for financial markets, to avoid an undesired easing of financial conditions."
Source - https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/us-stocks-trade-mixed-dow-040423917.html
Additional sources and links
Lithium - https://qz.com/bolivias-lithium-reserves-are-even-larger-than-it-previ-1850664027 or https://www.argusmedia.com/ja/news/2471480-chinas-li-carbonate-contracts-close-first-day-lower?amp=1
Global Inflation - https://www.ft.com/content/088d3368-bb8b-4ff3-9df7-a7680d4d81b2
Global PMI - https://www.marketpulse.com/week-ahead/week-ahead-bracing-for-next-weeks-earnings-rate-decisions-and-major-economic-data/emoya
Oil Production - https://www.atalayar.com/en/articulo/economy-and-business/rising-us-shale-oil-production-defies-opec-s-oil-production-cutback-strategy/20230720154801188532.html
Natural Gas - https://www.investing.com/news/commodities-news/natural-gas-first-weekly-gain-for-july-amid-high-but-fluctuating-power-burns-3131449
Food Production - https://millermagazine.com/blog/igc-forecasts-record-grain-production-amid-challenges-5280
Ports and shipping - https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/baltic-index-logs-10-weekly-drop-as-demand-for-larger-vessel-wilts-away/
Housing - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/you-cant-control-the-housing-market-but-you-can-control-what-you-do-about-it
Geopolitical Risks - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Technology - https://medium.com/@kalashbhadoriya7147/emerging-tech-trends-in-2023-unlocking-the-future-c910658bf0aa
ESG - https://www.esginvestor.net/what-cfos-need-to-know-about-future-esg-reporting-standards/
Manufacturing - https://www.nam.org/anheuser-busch-supports-partners-workers-27377/?stream=business-operations
What is up with the Stock Market for WE - April 22, 2023.pptx
Blog - Blog - Stock Market Analysis for the WE April 21 2023
Summary:
Stocks closed slightly higher on Friday afternoon as investors digested a final slate of corporate earnings and fresh economic data to close out the week.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) rose 0.09%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) rose 23.99 points, or 0.07%. The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) rose 0.11%.
All three major averages closed the week lower. The Dow had its worst week in six weeks, snapping a 4-week win streak
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/20/stock-market-today-live-updates.html or https://finance.yahoo.com/stocks-end-week-lower-amid-earnings-strong-economic-data-stock-market-news-today-180717344.html or https://finance.yahoo.com/stocks-end-week-lower-amid-earnings-strong-economic-data-stock-market-news-today-180717344.html
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 4 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market for the Week-Ending August 4, 2023
Summary:
Stocks flipped into the red Friday afternoon after looking set to rebound earlier in the session, putting the cap on a rough first few days in August as the jobs report's release took center stage and an earnings-heavy calendar continued.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) finished down 0.5%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) fell 0.4%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) slipped by 0.4% after gaining as much as 1% earlier in the session.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were both down more than 2% to end the first week of August trading.
The July jobs report showed continued cooling in the labor market, as nonfarm payrolls rose by 187,000 last month while the unemployment rate dipped slightly to 3.5%. The numbers will serve as a key indicator for the Fed as it determines whether to halt its interest rate hiking campaign next month.
Elsewhere, Amazon (AMZN) stock was buzzing Friday, finishing more than 8% after earnings beat all around, combined with rosy guidance for the near term. Apple (AAPL), by contrast, was down almost 5% after the iPhone maker reported sluggish sales of that flagship product and a third straight quarter of declining revenue overall.
Source - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stocks-flip-to-losses-to-end-rough-week-amazon-surges-stock-market-news-today-200617333.html
Links and sources:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/lithium-industry-needs-over-116-billion-to-meet-automaker-and-policy-targets-by-2030
USA – GDP - https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/research-analysis/us-monthly-gdp-index-for-june-2023.html
Supply chain - https://mba.ncsu.edu/2023/08/04/rob-handfield-discusses-how-governments-can-better-prepare-for-supply-chain-disruptions/
Global commodities - https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/7-progressing-harvest-pulls-wheat-futures-to-four-month-lows
Oil Production - https://13wham.com/news/nation-world/gas-prices-jump-as-extreme-heat-and-oil-production-cuts-add-up-brent-crude-west-texas-intermediate-refineries-weather-opec-saudi-arabia-russia-war-in-ukraine-strategic-petroleum-reserve
Natural Gas - https://www.castanet.net/news/Business/440176/Construction-of-FortisBCs-Eagle-Mountain-Woodfibre-Gas-Pipeline-set-to-begin-in-Squamish
SEC - https://www.conference-board.org/press/press-release-ESG-backlash
Geopolitical risks and threats - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Critical Metals - https://www.rechargenews.com/wind/global-offshore-wind-needs-reliable-resilient-affordable-critical-minerals-strategy/2-1-1496037
https://www.ipe.com/news/edhec-risk-concerned-about-availability-and-quality-of-esrs-disclosures/10068181.article
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 14 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market Analysis for the Week-Ending July 14 2023
Summary:
Investing.com – U.S. stocks were mixed after the close on Friday, as gains in the Healthcare, Consumer Goods and Technology sectors led shares higher while losses in the Oil & Gas, Telecoms and Basic Materials sectors led shares lower.
At the close in NYSE, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.33% to hit a new 6-months high, while the S&P 500 index declined 0.10%, and the NASDAQ Composite index lost 0.18%.
The best performers of the session on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH), which rose 7.27% or 32.56 points to trade at 480.31 at the close. Meanwhile, Merck & Company Inc (NYSE:MRK) added 0.99% or 1.05 points to end at 107.37 and Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) was up 0.94% or 0.57 points to 60.92 in late trade.
The worst performers of the session were Chevron Corp (NYSE:CVX), which fell 2.50% or 3.93 points to trade at 153.58 at the close. Dow Inc (NYSE:DOW) declined 2.38% or 1.29 points to end at 52.92 and Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ:CSCO) was down 2.25% or 1.16 points to 50.37.
Source - https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/us-stocks-mixed-at-close-of-trade-dow-jones-industrial-average-up-033-3126281
Other sources and links:
Lithium - https://qz.com/1292202/china-now-effectively-controls-half-the-worlds-lithium-production
Inflation - https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/global-markets-wall-st-climbs-181412102.html
Mid year trends - https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/outlook/economic-outlook/economic-trends
Technology - https://formtek.com/blog/technology-top-trends-for-2023/
ESG and Mining - https://www.mining.com/a-new-era-of-esg-reporting-what-miners-need-to-know-about-the-issb-standards/
Geopolitical issues and threats - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Oil - https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/increasing-u-s-oil-production-helps-keeps-crude-price-stable/
Natural Gas - https://www.fxempire.com/forecasts/article/natural-gas-forecast-stuggling-with-mixed-weather-outlook-lng-maintenance-1361232
Housing - https://www.village-life.ca/real-estate/these-are-the-most-affordable-cities-to-buy-real-estate-in-ontario-right-now-7277644 or https://www.nahb.org/news-and-economics/press-releases/2023/07/nahb-tells-congress-how-excessive-regulations-and-codes-harm-housing-affordability
Water crisis - https://www.newarab.com/opinion/why-us-blockade-blame-cubas-water-crisis
Critical metals - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/canada-to-speed-up-critical-minerals-permits-in-bid-to-erode-china-s-dominance-1.1945836
Inflation - https://www.socialistalternative.org/2023/07/14/a-new-economic-era-now-with-high-inflation/
Supply chain - https://consumergoods.com/how-ai-and-machine-learning-changing-way-we-manage-supply-chain or https://www.thetechoutlook.com/press-release/nexterus-discusses-how-shippers-can-keep-their-supply-chains-moving-when-carriers-go-out-of-business-ports-close-the-potential-ups-strike-and-other-issues/
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 25 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market for the Week-Ending August 25 2023
Summary:
U.S. stocks rebounded from early losses Friday to finish in the green after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank is keeping its options open for more interest rate hikes this year.
The Nasdaq led stocks higher, gaining 0.9% to finish the week up 2.2%. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, finishing 0.8% higher for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also rose 0.7%, but fell 0.4% over the week.
Powell, speaking on day two of the Kansas City Fed's annual Jackson Hole symposium, said that while inflation had fallen from its peak, "it remains too high." He added, "We are prepared to raise rates further if appropriate, and intend to hold policy at a restrictive level until we are confident that inflation is moving sustainably down toward our objective."
European stocks gave up gains in the afternoon but still finished slightly higher. Asian equities fell, with the Japanese Nikkei Index tumbling more than 2%.
Stocks sank yesterday despite another quarter of better-than-expected earnings from Nvidia (NVDA). The Nasdaq fell 1.9%, erasing Wednesday's big gains, while the S&P 500 lost 1.4% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.1%.
Dow Rallies Following Powell Remarks
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After falling early in the session, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied to finish higher by 0.7%, or about 247 points, as investors shook off the remarks of Fed Chair Jerome Powell that indicated interest rates could remain high.
For the week, the index ended down about 0.4%, the Dow’s second straight weekly decline.
Boeing (BA) rose 2.8% to recover some of yesterday’s losses on reports it would need to delay deliveries of some 737 Max jets.
Salesforce (CRM) moved up 2% after filings showed it is one of several big tech companies, including Nvidia (NVDA) backing artificial intelligence startup Hugging Face. Other tech stocks helped fuel the index’s rally, including Intel (INTC), which also jumped 2%, and Apple (AAPL), up 1.3%.
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) shares gained 1.4%, making up for some losses earlier in the week following its share swap with spin-off Kenvue.
Nike (NKE) shares gained 1.2%, breaking an 11-day losing streak—the longest in the company’s history.
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) dipped 0.2%, making it the worst performer of the Dow 30 stocks during a session in which only five components fell. JPMorgan Chase (JPM) and Amgen (AMGN) both slipped 0.1%.
Source: https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-08252023-7852741
Links and sources:
Lithium - https://mexicobusiness.news/mining/news/lithium-consumers-need-stronger-lithium-supply-chain
Global GDP - https://fortune.com/2023/08/26/chinas-economy-deflation-growth-exporting-globally/
Commodities - https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19726406/drought-in-india-new-bull-market-in-ag-commodities-and-natural-gas-fundamentals
Manufacturing - https://www.business-standard.com/industry/news/opportunity-to-increas
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 28 2023.pptx
Summary:
Stocks ended higher over a week notable for the Dow Jones Industrial Average’s notching its 13th consecutive daily gain on Wednesday, which marked its longest winning streak since 1987. However, T. Rowe Price traders noted that trading was relatively subdued, as the summer vacation season diverted some of the focus on a slew of important data releases, a Federal Reserve (Fed) policy meeting, and some high-profile corporate earnings reports. Growth stocks handily outpaced their value counterparts, and the gains were led by the technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite.
Sentiment appeared to get a boost from a series of generally positive economic readings, particularly on inflation. Stocks opened sharply higher on Friday, following news that the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, the core (less food and energy) personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index had risen 0.2% in June, down from 0.3% in May, making for a year-over-year increase of 4.1%, a tick lower than expectations and the slowest increase since September 2021. In addition, the employment cost index—closely watched because of policymakers’ continued concern about wage inflation—rose 1.0% in the second quarter, also below consensus and the smallest increase in two years.
Source - https://www.troweprice.com/personal-investing/resources/insights/global-markets-weekly-update.html
Other sources and links
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/chinese-lithium-prices-continue-to-fall-as-miners-dismiss-demand-concerns
Oil Production - https://www.energyportal.eu/news/who-were-the-biggest-oil-producers-and-consumers-in-2022/104193/
Natural Gas - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/natural-gas-holding-above-important-near-term-support
Food and Grain - https://www.producer.com/opinion/russias-cancellation-of-grain-deal-sparks-food-security-fears/ or https://www.policycircle.org/ainews/food-security-fertilizer-prices/
Manufacturing - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/frustrated-biden-seeks-to-get-manufacturing-message-to-resonate-1.1951961
Forestry - https://www.globalwoodmarketsinfo.com/the-us-forecast-to-become-a-net-exporter-of-softwood-lumber-in-five-years/
Mining - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/vale-flags-higher-costs-and-lower-premiums-for-iron-ore-mining-1.1952011
Technology - https://www.geeks2u.com.au/geekspeak/5-top-tech-trends-impacting-australian-businesses-in-2023/
ESG - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/voices/how-can-entrepreneurs-incorporate-esg-into-their-business-strategy/
Geopolitical Risks - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Power - https://ncnewsline.com/2023/07/28/federal-regulators-approve-new-rules-to-ease-power-connection-backlogs/
Supply Chain - https://lloydslist.maritimeintelligence.informa.com/LL1146063/The-Lloyds-List-Podcast-How-to-rebuild-resilience-into-container-supply-chains
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Ontario Finances
Next week’s Ontario budget is a critical one for the Ford government. It will have to balance another six months of COVID costs with a plan to transition government finances back to pre-pandemic normality. Any difficult spending decisions should be included in this budget, because the 2022 one will be all about winning re-election.
Source - https://nationalpost.com/opinion/randall-denley-upcoming-ontario-budget-is-bound-to-agitate-both-pc-supporters-and-the-public-sector
Canada has one highest debt loads for a developed country –
That theory has its doubters, starting with the Bank of Canada, which has previously said it isn’t counting on the built-up savings to be unleashed quickly. Canadians may instead hang onto the money or use it to pay down their own sizable debts, the bank says. That wouldn’t be a trivial outcome, either.
Frances Donald, global chief economist and head of macro strategy at Manulife Investment Management, said it’s misleading to use short-term economic data to measure the effectiveness of fiscal stimulus.
https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/trudeau-s-debt-binge-shows-limits-in-canada-s-sharp-contraction-1.1571174
@JustinTrudeau took $1B surpluses to a deficit within a few months of taking office. Trudeau's growth has been the worse of any PM since the great depression.
2016 https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2016-november-2016-gdp-gross-domestic-product-canada
Oct/19 - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/global-growth-and-the-major-issues-facing-global-gdp
Dec/20 https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/scorecard-and-gdp-canada-december-2020-and-november-2020
Fitch downgrade - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/economics/video/fitch-s-downgrade-a-blow-but-better-than-negative-outlook-former-pbo~1983621
Competitiveness - https://tradingeconomics.com/canada/competitiveness-rank
Provinces are asking more for healthcare - https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/premiers-release-report-confirming-the-federal-government-s-financial-ability-to-increase-the-canada-health-transfer-805210659.html
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 7 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market Analysis for the Week-Ending July 723
Summary:
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.6% Friday. Other major indexes saw smaller declines as indexes faded into the close.
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq also pared back from their highs of the day. The S&P 500 fell 0.3% at the close, while the Nasdaq saw a 0.1% loss.
Volume on the NYSE and on the Nasdaq was lower from Thursday's levels, according to early data.
The small-cap Russell 2000 outperformed with a 1.2% gain, while the Innovator IBD 50 ETF (FFTY) ended 0.4% higher.
Crude oil rose to $73.06 a barrel. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note was unchanged at 4.05%.
Friday's jobs report showed 209,000 new jobs in June, lower than views for 213,000. On the other hand, wage growth was strong, while the unemployment rate was in line with estimates of 3.6%. The odds of a 25-basis-point hike in the Fed's July meeting went up to 94.9%, according to the CME FedWatch Tool. The consumer price index is on watch for Wednesday.
Generative AI is a major tailwind for Dow component Microsoft (MSFT). The stock is hovering near its all-time high of 351.47. Shares are well extended from a rebound off the 10-week moving average in late April.
JPMorgan Chase (JPM) rose 0.8% after an analyst upgrade to outperform from peer perform from Wolfe Research ahead of its earnings next week. Shares are in a buy zone from a 143.37 buy point.
Caterpillar (CAT) also gained in the Dow Jones, nearing a buy point of 250.89, while health care stocks fell. The Health Care Select Sector SPDR (XLV) was off 1.2%.
Source - https://www.investors.com/market-trend/stock-market-today/dow-jones-rises-after-jobs-data-tesla-throws-gas-on-ev-price-wars-as-microsoft-eyes-all-time-high/
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://www.mining.com/the-global-lithium-rush-is-only-at-the-beginning/
Oil Production - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/oil-rises-after-production-cuts-from-saudi-arabia-russia-1.1941908
Natural Gas - https://www.nsnews.com/resources-agriculture/lng-canada-throws-down-gauntlet-to-bc-hydro-7249527
Global Inflation - https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/oecd-reports-slowdown-in-global-inflation-rates-for-may-2023-288707-newsdetails.htm
Geopolitical Risks and Threats - https://www.geopoliticalmonitor.com/
Food and climate - https://www.pubaffairsbruxelles.eu/opinion-analysis/climate-models-underestimate-food-security-risk-from-compound-extreme-weather/
ESG - https://smaartcompany.com/esg-disclosure-how-can-an-external-assurance-help-build-trust/
Housing - https://fortune.com/2023/07/07/housing-market-home-prices-firmed-up-first-half-2023-says-black-knight/
Commodities - https://www.usfunds.com/resource/lithium-leads-the-charge-againa-look-at-the-commodity-market-in-the-first-half-of-2023/
Technology - https://morethandigital.info/en/10-promising-innovations-that-will-change-our-world/
Climate change - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/07/business/energy-environment/janet-ye
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The monthly increase in durable goods orders was $4.9 billion and was largely driven by transportation equipment that was up for the third consecutive month, the U.S. Census Bureau said in the report.
The core durable goods section, which excludes the volatile transportation sector, was up 0.6% in May versus the expected drop of 0.1%. Excluding defense, new orders rose 3%.
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Despite the stronger-than-expected report, analysts still see weakness in investment to come.
“The wider evidence still suggests that business equipment investment has further to fall,” said Capital Economics deputy chief U.S. economist Andrew Hunter. “While the drag from higher rates on residential investment appears to be fading, we still think the hit to business investment has further to run.”
Source: https://www.kitco.com/news/2023-06-27/U-S-durable-goods-beat-expectations-in-May-gold-price-keeps-its-daily-gains.html
Additional sources and links:
Economic outlook - https://www.advisorperspectives.com/articles/2023/06/26/deduction-index-economic-and-market-swedroe?utm_source=articles_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=item_link
Equity Market - https://www.blackrock.com/us/individual/insights/taking-stock-quarterly-outlook
Machine tools orders - https://www.amtonline.org/article/us-cutting-tool-orders-totaled-usd190-0-million-in-april-2023-bringing-year
Automation - https://techjury.net/blog/jobs-lost-to-automation-statistics/ or Blog – Top Six reasons to step up Business Automation - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_six-reasons-not-to-let-economic-uncertainty-activity-7079137391667515392-MV7v?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Construction costs - https://www.on-sitemag.com/construction/construction-costs-remain-problematic/1003979723/
Infrastructure - https://www.contractornews.com/673/government-infrastructure-spending-bolsters-construction-industry
Sustainable Financing - https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/sustainable-finance
Mitigation - https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/lack-funds-risks-europe-missing-climate-goals-auditors-say-2023-06-26/
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What is up with the Stock Market for WE - April 14 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market Analysis for Week-Ending April 14, 2023
Summary:
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell Friday, but notched a positive week, as investors assessed a weak retail sales report that dented enthusiasm around a stronger-than-expected start to corporate earnings.
The 30-stock Dow
dropped 143.22 points, or about 0.42%, to 33,886.47. The S&P 500 fell 0.21% to 4,137.64. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite
slid 0.35% to 12,123.47.
The Dow, however, notched its fourth-straight positive week, rising 1.2%. The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq, meanwhile, nabbed their fourth positive week in five. The broad-market index added 0.79% for the week, while the Nasdaq ticked higher by 0.29%.
Source - https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/13/stock-market-today-live-updates.html
Additional Sources:
Lithium price and supply - https://www.investorsobserver.com/news/qm-news/4619971545111386
Oil Production - https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/us-import-prices-fall-more-130519523.html
LNG Production - https://www.investorsobserver.com/news/qm-pr/8458744909354243
GDP Growth - https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/04/imf-global-growth-weakest-in-30-years-top-economics-news-2023/
Sustainability and ESG - https://www.pionline.com/esg/sustainable-development-goals-are-slipping-our-grasp-un-official-warns
Food security and costs - https://www.vision.org/global-problems-global-solutions-part-3-what-shall-we-eat-and-drink-9418 or https://www.arabnews.com/node/2286996/business-economy
Housing - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-04-15/australia-economic-problems-inflation-housing-recession-solution/102225108
Technology trends - https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/the-top-5-challenges-for-tech-leaders-in-2023/449118 or https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/ai-labor-market-linkedin-economist-jobs-unemployment-chatgpt-fed-interest-2023-4
Global Debt - https://newsus.cgtn.com/news/2023-04-15/IMF-and-the-World-Bank-address-world-debt-issues--1j0EmFTZ4oU/index.html
Supply chain - https://www.scmr.com/article/dhl_supply_chain_facility_is_showcasing_how_automation_humans_can_coexist
Innovation - https://www.geekwire.com/2023/heres-how-startups-can-position-themselves-against-big-tech-in-the-generative-ai-race/
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 18 2023.pptx
Summary:
US stocks recovered from steep early losses in Friday's session but ended the week with sharp drops as an August swoon continued for Wall Street.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) finished slightly above the flatline, while the S&P 500 (^GSPC) fell slightly on the other side of it. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) was down a modest 0.2% lower after three consecutive days of sharp losses.
For the week, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each saw losses of around 2%.
Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury yield (^TNX) fell slightly Friday to around 4.25% but remained near recent highs.
The moves come as investors consider the prospect that interest rates could remain higher for longer after Federal Reserve minutes this week showed the central bank wouldn't rule out further hikes. The next clue on the Fed's next move will come from Chair Jay Powell, who is set to give a speech next Friday at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium.
Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stocks-crawl-back-to-close-rough-week-on-mixed-note-stock-market-news-today-200046956.html
Additional links and sources:
Agriculture - https://www.agriculture.com/grain-markets-on-the-up-or-august-18-2023-7692855
Lithium - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lithium-metal-market-reach-13-140500079.html
Oil Production - https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Rig-Count-Decline-Accelerates-Amid-Rising-US-Crude-Oil-Production.html
Natural Gas - https://www.dw.com/en/lng-supplies-why-europe-is-spooked-by-australian-strike/a-66567877
Ports - https://www.hapag-lloyd.com/en/services-information/operational-updates/north-america.html
Steel - https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19378449/aisi-us-raw-steel-production-surged
Technology - https://www.crn.com/news/channel-news/6-key-takeaways-about-it-spending-in-2023-so-far-idc or https://siliconangle.com/2023/08/18/week-enterprise-gen-ai-hype-cybersecurity-leaders-laggards-cisco-tech-spending-boost/
ESG - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/does-it-matter-what-investors-think-about-esg
Manufacturing - https://www.troweprice.com/personal-investing/resources/insights/global-markets-weekly-update.html
Housing - https://storeys.com/canada-home-prices-moderate-affordability/
Food - http://www.fnbnews.com/Top-News/addressing-three-key-contradictions-in-the-food-sector-farmers-food-surplus--climate-change-solutions-74156
Geopolitical - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Commodities - https://www.northernminer.com/analysis/commodity-investing-the-antidote-to-the-age-of-scarcity/1003857836/
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 11 2023.pptx
Blog – Analysis of the Stock Market for WE August 11, 2023
Summary:
Stocks ended the session mixed on Friday as investors reacted to a report showing wholesale prices rose more than expected in July.
The Nasdaq fell 0.7% while the S&P 500 slipped 0.1%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid at the open but recovered to close up about 0.3%. The Dow was the only index to post gains for the week, rising 0.6%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both lost ground for the second week in a row, falling 0.3% and 1.9%, respectively.
The Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 0.3% last month after increasing 0.1% in June. Economists had expected wholesale inflation to rise, but only to 0.2%. Core PPI, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, also climbed 0.3%, up from 0.1% in June. The data comes a day after the Consumer Price Index rose 0.2% for the second straight month, a rate nearly consistent with the Fed's 2% inflation target
Source - https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-08112023-7642347
Links and sources:
Oil Production - https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/08/11/crude-oil-demand-opec-price-increase-china-saudi-arabia-russia/
Natural Gas - https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-drillers-cut-oil-gas-rigs-fifth-week-row-baker-hughes-2023-08-11/
Lithium - https://www.enverus.com/blog/direct-lithium-extraction-could-be-key-to-unlocking-domestic-supply/
Forestry - https://www.resourcewise.com/forest-products-blog/canadian-lumber-market-shrinking-could-europe-fill-gap
Mining - https://www.mining.com/mining-is-growing-rapidly-so-are-investor-state-disputes/
Inflation - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/charting-the-global-economy-us-stays-on-moderate-inflation-path-1.1958052
Housing - https://globalnews.ca/news/9890405/tiny-homes-pilot-late-2023-if-approved/
Technology - https://www.thedailystar.net/life-living/news/tech-trends-will-shape-our-future-3390151
Geopolitical - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Economies - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/20-countries-highest-rate-economic-121800158.html or
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 21 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market Analysis for the week-ending July 21, 2023
• US stocks traded mixed Friday, with the Dow capping off a 10-day winning streak.
• It's the longest run of gains for the index since August 2017.
• Next week investors will be watching big earnings from Microsoft and Meta, as well as a Fed meeting.
US stocks traded mixed on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average eking out a gain to cap off a 10-day winning streak, its longest stretch in the green since August 2017.
To close the week, American Express, oil firm Schlumberger, and advertising company Interpublic Group all reported earnings. More than 70% of the companies that have reported so far have beat expectations, according to FactSet data.
Meanwhile, investors will be watching to see what policymakers announce at next week's Federal Reserve meeting. Many strategists expect a 0.25% interest rate hike, following last month's "skip."
A quarter-point hike to the 5.25%-5.50% range would "more than likely mark the end of a historic tightening cycle," EY Chief Economist Gregory Daco wrote in a note Friday. "But those expecting a fanfare will be disappointed as the Fed will make every (too many) efforts to sound as hawkish as tolerable for financial markets, to avoid an undesired easing of financial conditions."
Source - https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/us-stocks-trade-mixed-dow-040423917.html
Additional sources and links
Lithium - https://qz.com/bolivias-lithium-reserves-are-even-larger-than-it-previ-1850664027 or https://www.argusmedia.com/ja/news/2471480-chinas-li-carbonate-contracts-close-first-day-lower?amp=1
Global Inflation - https://www.ft.com/content/088d3368-bb8b-4ff3-9df7-a7680d4d81b2
Global PMI - https://www.marketpulse.com/week-ahead/week-ahead-bracing-for-next-weeks-earnings-rate-decisions-and-major-economic-data/emoya
Oil Production - https://www.atalayar.com/en/articulo/economy-and-business/rising-us-shale-oil-production-defies-opec-s-oil-production-cutback-strategy/20230720154801188532.html
Natural Gas - https://www.investing.com/news/commodities-news/natural-gas-first-weekly-gain-for-july-amid-high-but-fluctuating-power-burns-3131449
Food Production - https://millermagazine.com/blog/igc-forecasts-record-grain-production-amid-challenges-5280
Ports and shipping - https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/baltic-index-logs-10-weekly-drop-as-demand-for-larger-vessel-wilts-away/
Housing - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/you-cant-control-the-housing-market-but-you-can-control-what-you-do-about-it
Geopolitical Risks - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Technology - https://medium.com/@kalashbhadoriya7147/emerging-tech-trends-in-2023-unlocking-the-future-c910658bf0aa
ESG - https://www.esginvestor.net/what-cfos-need-to-know-about-future-esg-reporting-standards/
Manufacturing - https://www.nam.org/anheuser-busch-supports-partners-workers-27377/?stream=business-operations
What is up with the Stock Market for WE - April 22, 2023.pptx
Blog - Blog - Stock Market Analysis for the WE April 21 2023
Summary:
Stocks closed slightly higher on Friday afternoon as investors digested a final slate of corporate earnings and fresh economic data to close out the week.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) rose 0.09%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) rose 23.99 points, or 0.07%. The technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) rose 0.11%.
All three major averages closed the week lower. The Dow had its worst week in six weeks, snapping a 4-week win streak
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/20/stock-market-today-live-updates.html or https://finance.yahoo.com/stocks-end-week-lower-amid-earnings-strong-economic-data-stock-market-news-today-180717344.html or https://finance.yahoo.com/stocks-end-week-lower-amid-earnings-strong-economic-data-stock-market-news-today-180717344.html
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 4 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market for the Week-Ending August 4, 2023
Summary:
Stocks flipped into the red Friday afternoon after looking set to rebound earlier in the session, putting the cap on a rough first few days in August as the jobs report's release took center stage and an earnings-heavy calendar continued.
The S&P 500 (^GSPC) finished down 0.5%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) fell 0.4%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) slipped by 0.4% after gaining as much as 1% earlier in the session.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq were both down more than 2% to end the first week of August trading.
The July jobs report showed continued cooling in the labor market, as nonfarm payrolls rose by 187,000 last month while the unemployment rate dipped slightly to 3.5%. The numbers will serve as a key indicator for the Fed as it determines whether to halt its interest rate hiking campaign next month.
Elsewhere, Amazon (AMZN) stock was buzzing Friday, finishing more than 8% after earnings beat all around, combined with rosy guidance for the near term. Apple (AAPL), by contrast, was down almost 5% after the iPhone maker reported sluggish sales of that flagship product and a third straight quarter of declining revenue overall.
Source - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stocks-flip-to-losses-to-end-rough-week-amazon-surges-stock-market-news-today-200617333.html
Links and sources:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/lithium-industry-needs-over-116-billion-to-meet-automaker-and-policy-targets-by-2030
USA – GDP - https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/research-analysis/us-monthly-gdp-index-for-june-2023.html
Supply chain - https://mba.ncsu.edu/2023/08/04/rob-handfield-discusses-how-governments-can-better-prepare-for-supply-chain-disruptions/
Global commodities - https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/7-progressing-harvest-pulls-wheat-futures-to-four-month-lows
Oil Production - https://13wham.com/news/nation-world/gas-prices-jump-as-extreme-heat-and-oil-production-cuts-add-up-brent-crude-west-texas-intermediate-refineries-weather-opec-saudi-arabia-russia-war-in-ukraine-strategic-petroleum-reserve
Natural Gas - https://www.castanet.net/news/Business/440176/Construction-of-FortisBCs-Eagle-Mountain-Woodfibre-Gas-Pipeline-set-to-begin-in-Squamish
SEC - https://www.conference-board.org/press/press-release-ESG-backlash
Geopolitical risks and threats - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Critical Metals - https://www.rechargenews.com/wind/global-offshore-wind-needs-reliable-resilient-affordable-critical-minerals-strategy/2-1-1496037
https://www.ipe.com/news/edhec-risk-concerned-about-availability-and-quality-of-esrs-disclosures/10068181.article
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 14 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market Analysis for the Week-Ending July 14 2023
Summary:
Investing.com – U.S. stocks were mixed after the close on Friday, as gains in the Healthcare, Consumer Goods and Technology sectors led shares higher while losses in the Oil & Gas, Telecoms and Basic Materials sectors led shares lower.
At the close in NYSE, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.33% to hit a new 6-months high, while the S&P 500 index declined 0.10%, and the NASDAQ Composite index lost 0.18%.
The best performers of the session on the Dow Jones Industrial Average were UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH), which rose 7.27% or 32.56 points to trade at 480.31 at the close. Meanwhile, Merck & Company Inc (NYSE:MRK) added 0.99% or 1.05 points to end at 107.37 and Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) was up 0.94% or 0.57 points to 60.92 in late trade.
The worst performers of the session were Chevron Corp (NYSE:CVX), which fell 2.50% or 3.93 points to trade at 153.58 at the close. Dow Inc (NYSE:DOW) declined 2.38% or 1.29 points to end at 52.92 and Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ:CSCO) was down 2.25% or 1.16 points to 50.37.
Source - https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/us-stocks-mixed-at-close-of-trade-dow-jones-industrial-average-up-033-3126281
Other sources and links:
Lithium - https://qz.com/1292202/china-now-effectively-controls-half-the-worlds-lithium-production
Inflation - https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/global-markets-wall-st-climbs-181412102.html
Mid year trends - https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/outlook/economic-outlook/economic-trends
Technology - https://formtek.com/blog/technology-top-trends-for-2023/
ESG and Mining - https://www.mining.com/a-new-era-of-esg-reporting-what-miners-need-to-know-about-the-issb-standards/
Geopolitical issues and threats - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Oil - https://www.yourbasin.com/news/local-news/increasing-u-s-oil-production-helps-keeps-crude-price-stable/
Natural Gas - https://www.fxempire.com/forecasts/article/natural-gas-forecast-stuggling-with-mixed-weather-outlook-lng-maintenance-1361232
Housing - https://www.village-life.ca/real-estate/these-are-the-most-affordable-cities-to-buy-real-estate-in-ontario-right-now-7277644 or https://www.nahb.org/news-and-economics/press-releases/2023/07/nahb-tells-congress-how-excessive-regulations-and-codes-harm-housing-affordability
Water crisis - https://www.newarab.com/opinion/why-us-blockade-blame-cubas-water-crisis
Critical metals - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/canada-to-speed-up-critical-minerals-permits-in-bid-to-erode-china-s-dominance-1.1945836
Inflation - https://www.socialistalternative.org/2023/07/14/a-new-economic-era-now-with-high-inflation/
Supply chain - https://consumergoods.com/how-ai-and-machine-learning-changing-way-we-manage-supply-chain or https://www.thetechoutlook.com/press-release/nexterus-discusses-how-shippers-can-keep-their-supply-chains-moving-when-carriers-go-out-of-business-ports-close-the-potential-ups-strike-and-other-issues/
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE August 25 2023.pptx
Blog – Stock Market for the Week-Ending August 25 2023
Summary:
U.S. stocks rebounded from early losses Friday to finish in the green after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank is keeping its options open for more interest rate hikes this year.
The Nasdaq led stocks higher, gaining 0.9% to finish the week up 2.2%. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, finishing 0.8% higher for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also rose 0.7%, but fell 0.4% over the week.
Powell, speaking on day two of the Kansas City Fed's annual Jackson Hole symposium, said that while inflation had fallen from its peak, "it remains too high." He added, "We are prepared to raise rates further if appropriate, and intend to hold policy at a restrictive level until we are confident that inflation is moving sustainably down toward our objective."
European stocks gave up gains in the afternoon but still finished slightly higher. Asian equities fell, with the Japanese Nikkei Index tumbling more than 2%.
Stocks sank yesterday despite another quarter of better-than-expected earnings from Nvidia (NVDA). The Nasdaq fell 1.9%, erasing Wednesday's big gains, while the S&P 500 lost 1.4% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.1%.
Dow Rallies Following Powell Remarks
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After falling early in the session, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied to finish higher by 0.7%, or about 247 points, as investors shook off the remarks of Fed Chair Jerome Powell that indicated interest rates could remain high.
For the week, the index ended down about 0.4%, the Dow’s second straight weekly decline.
Boeing (BA) rose 2.8% to recover some of yesterday’s losses on reports it would need to delay deliveries of some 737 Max jets.
Salesforce (CRM) moved up 2% after filings showed it is one of several big tech companies, including Nvidia (NVDA) backing artificial intelligence startup Hugging Face. Other tech stocks helped fuel the index’s rally, including Intel (INTC), which also jumped 2%, and Apple (AAPL), up 1.3%.
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) shares gained 1.4%, making up for some losses earlier in the week following its share swap with spin-off Kenvue.
Nike (NKE) shares gained 1.2%, breaking an 11-day losing streak—the longest in the company’s history.
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) dipped 0.2%, making it the worst performer of the Dow 30 stocks during a session in which only five components fell. JPMorgan Chase (JPM) and Amgen (AMGN) both slipped 0.1%.
Source: https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-08252023-7852741
Links and sources:
Lithium - https://mexicobusiness.news/mining/news/lithium-consumers-need-stronger-lithium-supply-chain
Global GDP - https://fortune.com/2023/08/26/chinas-economy-deflation-growth-exporting-globally/
Commodities - https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19726406/drought-in-india-new-bull-market-in-ag-commodities-and-natural-gas-fundamentals
Manufacturing - https://www.business-standard.com/industry/news/opportunity-to-increas
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Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE July 28 2023.pptx
Summary:
Stocks ended higher over a week notable for the Dow Jones Industrial Average’s notching its 13th consecutive daily gain on Wednesday, which marked its longest winning streak since 1987. However, T. Rowe Price traders noted that trading was relatively subdued, as the summer vacation season diverted some of the focus on a slew of important data releases, a Federal Reserve (Fed) policy meeting, and some high-profile corporate earnings reports. Growth stocks handily outpaced their value counterparts, and the gains were led by the technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite.
Sentiment appeared to get a boost from a series of generally positive economic readings, particularly on inflation. Stocks opened sharply higher on Friday, following news that the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, the core (less food and energy) personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index had risen 0.2% in June, down from 0.3% in May, making for a year-over-year increase of 4.1%, a tick lower than expectations and the slowest increase since September 2021. In addition, the employment cost index—closely watched because of policymakers’ continued concern about wage inflation—rose 1.0% in the second quarter, also below consensus and the smallest increase in two years.
Source - https://www.troweprice.com/personal-investing/resources/insights/global-markets-weekly-update.html
Other sources and links
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/chinese-lithium-prices-continue-to-fall-as-miners-dismiss-demand-concerns
Oil Production - https://www.energyportal.eu/news/who-were-the-biggest-oil-producers-and-consumers-in-2022/104193/
Natural Gas - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/natural-gas-holding-above-important-near-term-support
Food and Grain - https://www.producer.com/opinion/russias-cancellation-of-grain-deal-sparks-food-security-fears/ or https://www.policycircle.org/ainews/food-security-fertilizer-prices/
Manufacturing - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/frustrated-biden-seeks-to-get-manufacturing-message-to-resonate-1.1951961
Forestry - https://www.globalwoodmarketsinfo.com/the-us-forecast-to-become-a-net-exporter-of-softwood-lumber-in-five-years/
Mining - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/vale-flags-higher-costs-and-lower-premiums-for-iron-ore-mining-1.1952011
Technology - https://www.geeks2u.com.au/geekspeak/5-top-tech-trends-impacting-australian-businesses-in-2023/
ESG - https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/voices/how-can-entrepreneurs-incorporate-esg-into-their-business-strategy/
Geopolitical Risks - https://worldview.stratfor.com/
Power - https://ncnewsline.com/2023/07/28/federal-regulators-approve-new-rules-to-ease-power-connection-backlogs/
Supply Chain - https://lloydslist.maritimeintelligence.informa.com/LL1146063/The-Lloyds-List-Podcast-How-to-rebuild-resilience-into-container-supply-chains
Public Sector| Canada
Blog – Public Sector – Fiscal Performance – Canada
Ontario Finances
Next week’s Ontario budget is a critical one for the Ford government. It will have to balance another six months of COVID costs with a plan to transition government finances back to pre-pandemic normality. Any difficult spending decisions should be included in this budget, because the 2022 one will be all about winning re-election.
Source - https://nationalpost.com/opinion/randall-denley-upcoming-ontario-budget-is-bound-to-agitate-both-pc-supporters-and-the-public-sector
Canada has one highest debt loads for a developed country –
That theory has its doubters, starting with the Bank of Canada, which has previously said it isn’t counting on the built-up savings to be unleashed quickly. Canadians may instead hang onto the money or use it to pay down their own sizable debts, the bank says. That wouldn’t be a trivial outcome, either.
Frances Donald, global chief economist and head of macro strategy at Manulife Investment Management, said it’s misleading to use short-term economic data to measure the effectiveness of fiscal stimulus.
https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/trudeau-s-debt-binge-shows-limits-in-canada-s-sharp-contraction-1.1571174
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2016 https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/2016-november-2016-gdp-gross-domestic-product-canada
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Competitiveness - https://tradingeconomics.com/canada/competitiveness-rank
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The small-cap Russell 2000 outperformed with a 1.2% gain, while the Innovator IBD 50 ETF (FFTY) ended 0.4% higher.
Crude oil rose to $73.06 a barrel. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note was unchanged at 4.05%.
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Source - https://www.investors.com/market-trend/stock-market-today/dow-jones-rises-after-jobs-data-tesla-throws-gas-on-ev-price-wars-as-microsoft-eyes-all-time-high/
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://www.mining.com/the-global-lithium-rush-is-only-at-the-beginning/
Oil Production - https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/oil-rises-after-production-cuts-from-saudi-arabia-russia-1.1941908
Natural Gas - https://www.nsnews.com/resources-agriculture/lng-canada-throws-down-gauntlet-to-bc-hydro-7249527
Global Inflation - https://www.fibre2fashion.com/news/textile-news/oecd-reports-slowdown-in-global-inflation-rates-for-may-2023-288707-newsdetails.htm
Geopolitical Risks and Threats - https://www.geopoliticalmonitor.com/
Food and climate - https://www.pubaffairsbruxelles.eu/opinion-analysis/climate-models-underestimate-food-security-risk-from-compound-extreme-weather/
ESG - https://smaartcompany.com/esg-disclosure-how-can-an-external-assurance-help-build-trust/
Housing - https://fortune.com/2023/07/07/housing-market-home-prices-firmed-up-first-half-2023-says-black-knight/
Commodities - https://www.usfunds.com/resource/lithium-leads-the-charge-againa-look-at-the-commodity-market-in-the-first-half-of-2023/
Technology - https://morethandigital.info/en/10-promising-innovations-that-will-change-our-world/
Climate change - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/07/business/energy-environment/janet-ye
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3. **Entrepreneurial Contributions:** Explore the entrepreneurial spirit within the Latino community. Examine how Latino-owned businesses are thriving and contributing to job creation, innovation, and economic diversification.
4. **Workforce Statistics:** Gain insights into the role of Latino workers in the American labor market. Review statistics on employment rates, occupational distribution, and the economic contributions of Latino professionals across various industries.
5. **Media Consumption:** Understand the media consumption habits of Latino audiences. Discover their preferences for digital platforms, television, radio, and social media. Learn how these consumption patterns are influencing advertising strategies and media content.
6. **Education:** Examine the educational achievements and challenges within the Latino community. Review statistics on enrollment, graduation rates, and fields of study. Understand the implications of education on economic mobility and workforce readiness.
7. **Home Ownership:** Explore trends in Latino home ownership. Understand the factors driving home buying decisions, the challenges faced by Latino homeowners, and the impact of home ownership on community stability and economic growth.
This SlideShare provides valuable insights for marketers, business owners, policymakers, and anyone interested in the economic influence of the Latino community. By understanding the various facets of Latino buying power, you can effectively engage with this dynamic and growing market segment.
Equip yourself with the knowledge to leverage Latino buying power, tap into their entrepreneurial spirit, and connect with their unique cultural and consumer preferences. Drive your business success by embracing the economic potential of Latino consumers.
**Keywords:** Latino buying power, economic impact, entrepreneurial contributions, workforce statistics, media consumption, education, home ownership, Latino market, Hispanic buying power, Latino purchasing power.
US Economic Outlook - Being Decided - M Capital Group August 2021.pdf
The U.S. economy is continuing its impressive recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and not slowing down despite re-occurring bumps. The U.S. savings rate reached its highest ever recorded level at 34% in April 2020 and Americans seem ready to spend. The sectors that had been hurt the most by the pandemic specifically reduced consumer spending, like retail, leisure, hospitality, and travel, are now experiencing massive growth in revenue and job openings.
Could this growth lead to a “Roaring Twenties”? As quickly as the U.S. economy contracted, experiencing a 9.1% drop in economic output relative to the business cycle in Q2 2020, the largest in recorded history, it has rebounded beyond expectations. This surprising growth seems to be fueled by the U.S. government’s aggressive fiscal and monetary policies, and an increase in consumer spending as mobility restrictions are lifted. Unemployment rates between June 2020 and June 2021 decreased by 5.2%, while the demand for labor is increasing, coupled with increasing wages to incentivize Americans to rejoin the labor force. Schools and businesses are expected to fully reopen soon. In parallel, vaccination rates across the country and the world continue to rise, with full vaccination rates of 50% and 14.8% respectively.
However, it is not completely smooth sailing from here. According to M Capital Group, the main risks that threaten the continued growth of the U.S. economy are inflation, unsettled trade relations, and another wave of Covid-19 mutations that could shut down the world again. Have we learned from the past year of COVID-19 and adapted our economy accordingly?
“In order for the U.S. economy to continue growing, whether there is another wave or not, the U.S. needs to focus on diversifying supply chains, supporting business investment, and maintaining consumer spending,” says Grace Feeley, a research analyst at M Capital Group.
While the economic indicators are positive, the risks are coming closer to manifesting and threatening such growth. The new variants spreading throughout the world, Delta, Lambda, and Gamma, are vaccine-resistant and muddy the predictions made about the economy and health of the country. These variants bring back the feeling of uncertainty that has wreaked havoc not only on the stock market but the mindset of people around the world. MCG provides unique insight on how to mitigate these risks to possibly ensure a bright economic future.
when will pi network coin be available on crypto exchange.
There is no set date for when Pi coins will enter the market.
However, the developers are working hard to get them released as soon as possible.
Once they are available, users will be able to exchange other cryptocurrencies for Pi coins on designated exchanges.
But for now the only way to sell your pi coins is through verified pi vendor.
Here is the telegram contact of my personal pi vendor
@Pi_vendor_247
how to sell pi coins in South Korea profitably.
Yes. You can sell your pi network coins in South Korea or any other country, by finding a verified pi merchant
What is a verified pi merchant?
Since pi network is not launched yet on any exchange, the only way you can sell pi coins is by selling to a verified pi merchant, and this is because pi network is not launched yet on any exchange and no pre-sale or ico offerings Is done on pi.
Since there is no pre-sale, the only way exchanges can get pi is by buying from miners. So a pi merchant facilitates these transactions by acting as a bridge for both transactions.
How can i find a pi vendor/merchant?
Well for those who haven't traded with a pi merchant or who don't already have one. I will leave the telegram id of my personal pi merchant who i trade pi with.
Tele gram: @Pi_vendor_247
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how to sell pi coins on Binance exchange
Currently pi network is not tradable on binance or any other exchange because we are still in the enclosed mainnet.
Right now the only way to sell pi coins is by trading with a verified merchant.
What is a pi merchant?
A pi merchant is someone verified by pi network team and allowed to barter pi coins for goods and services.
Since pi network is not doing any pre-sale The only way exchanges like binance/huobi or crypto whales can get pi is by buying from miners. And a merchant stands in between the exchanges and the miners.
I will leave the telegram contact of my personal pi merchant. I and my friends has traded more than 6000pi coins successfully
Tele-gram
@Pi_vendor_247
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• Real GDP growth slowed down due to problems with access to electricity caused by the destruction of manoeuvrable electricity generation by Russian drones and missiles.
• Exports and imports continued growing due to better logistics through the Ukrainian sea corridor and road. Polish farmers and drivers stopped blocking borders at the end of April.
• In April, both the Tax and Customs Services over-executed the revenue plan. Moreover, the NBU transferred twice the planned profit to the budget.
• The European side approved the Ukraine Plan, which the government adopted to determine indicators for the Ukraine Facility. That approval will allow Ukraine to receive a EUR 1.9 bn loan from the EU in May. At the same time, the EU provided Ukraine with a EUR 1.5 bn loan in April, as the government fulfilled five indicators under the Ukraine Plan.
• The USA has finally approved an aid package for Ukraine, which includes USD 7.8 bn of budget support; however, the conditions and timing of the assistance are still unknown.
• As in March, annual consumer inflation amounted to 3.2% yoy in April.
• At the April monetary policy meeting, the NBU again reduced the key policy rate from 14.5% to 13.5% per annum.
• Over the past four weeks, the hryvnia exchange rate has stabilized in the UAH 39-40 per USD range.
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USDA Loans in California: A Comprehensive Overview
If you're dreaming of owning a home in California's rural or suburban areas, a USDA loan might be the perfect solution. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers these loans to help low-to-moderate-income individuals and families achieve homeownership.
Key Features of USDA Loans:
Zero Down Payment: USDA loans require no down payment, making homeownership more accessible.
Competitive Interest Rates: These loans often come with lower interest rates compared to conventional loans.
Flexible Credit Requirements: USDA loans have more lenient credit score requirements, helping those with less-than-perfect credit.
Guaranteed Loan Program: The USDA guarantees a portion of the loan, reducing risk for lenders and expanding borrowing options.
Eligibility Criteria:
Location: The property must be located in a USDA-designated rural or suburban area. Many areas in California qualify.
Income Limits: Applicants must meet income guidelines, which vary by region and household size.
Primary Residence: The home must be used as the borrower's primary residence.
Application Process:
Find a USDA-Approved Lender: Not all lenders offer USDA loans, so it's essential to choose one approved by the USDA.
Pre-Qualification: Determine your eligibility and the amount you can borrow.
Property Search: Look for properties in eligible rural or suburban areas.
Loan Application: Submit your application, including financial and personal information.
Processing and Approval: The lender and USDA will review your application. If approved, you can proceed to closing.
USDA loans are an excellent option for those looking to buy a home in California's rural and suburban areas. With no down payment and flexible requirements, these loans make homeownership more attainable for many families. Explore your eligibility today and take the first step toward owning your dream home.
Introduction to Indian Financial System ()
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It facilitates the flow of funds form the households (savers) to business firms (investors) to aid in wealth creation and development of both the parties
how to sell pi coins effectively (from 50 - 100k pi)
Anywhere in the world, including Africa, America, and Europe, you can sell Pi Network Coins online and receive cash through online payment options.
Pi has not yet been launched on any exchange because we are currently using the confined Mainnet. The planned launch date for Pi is June 28, 2026.
Reselling to investors who want to hold until the mainnet launch in 2026 is currently the sole way to sell.
Consequently, right now. All you need to do is select the right pi network provider.
Who is a pi merchant?
An individual who buys coins from miners on the pi network and resells them to investors hoping to hang onto them until the mainnet is launched is known as a pi merchant.
debuts.
I'll provide you the Telegram username
@Pi_vendor_247
What price will pi network be listed on exchanges
The rate at which pi will be listed is practically unknown. But due to speculations surrounding it the predicted rate is tends to be from 30$ — 50$.
So if you are interested in selling your pi network coins at a high rate tho. Or you can't wait till the mainnet launch in 2026. You can easily trade your pi coins with a merchant.
A merchant is someone who buys pi coins from miners and resell them to Investors looking forward to hold massive quantities till mainnet launch.
I will leave the telegram contact of my personal pi vendor to trade with.
@Pi_vendor_247
how to swap pi coins to foreign currency withdrawable.
As of my last update, Pi is still in the testing phase and is not tradable on any exchanges.
However, Pi Network has announced plans to launch its Testnet and Mainnet in the future, which may include listing Pi on exchanges.
The current method for selling pi coins involves exchanging them with a pi vendor who purchases pi coins for investment reasons.
If you want to sell your pi coins, reach out to a pi vendor and sell them to anyone looking to sell pi coins from any country around the globe.
Below is the contact information for my personal pi vendor.
Telegram: @Pi_vendor_247
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- 1. What is happening with Corporate Canada Presenter – Senior Data and AI Specialist – Paul Young CPA CGA Date: March 19, 2023
- 2. Paul Young – Senior Data and AI Specialist Contact information email: paul.young_cga@outlook.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-young-055632b/ CPA, CGA (1996) Academia (PF1, FA4, FN2, MU1. and MS2) SME – Customer Success Management SME – Risk Management SME – Close, Consolidate and Reporting SME – Public Policy SME – Emerging Technology SME – Business Process Change SME – Financial Solutions SME – Macro/Micro Indicators SME – Supply Chain Management SME – Data, AI, Security, and Platform SME – Internal Controls and Auditing
- 3. Agenda • Financial Results • Stock Market Performance • Key Ratios • Interest coverage • GDP Growth • Industry 4.0 Adoption • ESG and Sustainability • Data Strategy including AI and Machine Learning Adoption
- 4. Financial Results Source – Stats Canada
- 5. Stock Market Source – BMO Economics
- 6. Canada Corporate Debt Source: TD Economics
- 7. Canada Corporate Debt by Sector Source – TD Economics
- 8. Interest Coverage Source – TD Economics
- 10. Industry 4.0 Adoption Blog - Industry 4.0 - How developing the right Data and AI Strategy can drive Industry 4.0 Adoption - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young- 055632b_how-ai-serves-as-a-cornerstone-of- industry-activity-7040966031330217984- K4fb?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mem ber_desktop
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- Source - https://www.marketwatch.com/press-release/industry-40-smart-manufacturing-market-size-share-industry-development-scenario-and-forecast-2030-2023-03-17?mod=search_headline
- Source - https://www.esganalytics.io/insights/what-are-scope-1-2-and-3-carbon-emissions
- Source - https://explodingtopics.com/blog/ai-trends, https://placetech.net/analysis/ai-has-become-a-cost-of-entry-for-real-estate/