This presentation discusses key issue facing social programs for countries like Canada.
The presentation will look private sector, government policies, income data, taxation, healthcare, education, retirement, etc.
This presentation will discuss government programs designed to move people of social assistance (welfare) or better support low income earners (income re-distribution)
- Minimum Income
- Wages Growth
- Job Prospects
- Middle Class
- Private Sector –vs- Public sector
-Issues
This document discusses enabling reforms for creative and social entrepreneurship in Pakistan. It notes that while Pakistan has a thriving startup culture, enterprises often do not graduate beyond the startup phase or integrate into international value chains. Reforms are needed to make entrepreneurship more inclusive and help micro and small businesses with registration, borrowing, and growing into exporters. The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) has undertaken a program of public-private consultations, advocacy, and research since 2014 to address institutional barriers facing small businesses. The program aims to support social and creative economies, regional integration, and sectoral development in areas like agriculture, manufacturing, IT and energy. Expected outcomes include improved business regulations, mainstreaming of women-led businesses,
This document discusses HomeTown Competitiveness (HTC), a strategic partnership framework for rural community and economic development. HTC focuses on critical issues like generational wealth transfer, youth out-migration, loss of farms/businesses, and declining leadership. It helps communities "spiral up" through philanthropy, increasing youth engagement and entrepreneurship, and building social and financial capital. A case study shows how HTC helped Valley County, Nebraska gain new businesses and jobs, boost retail sales and income, and reverse a 70-year population decline.
Opt bwf pp for oxfam 20 02-2014 with commentsOxfam GB
The Business Women Forum (BWF) was founded in 2006 as a non-profit organization to strengthen the role of businesswomen in the Palestinian economy. BWF operates a Business Development Center (BDC) that provides services like legal assistance, consulting, coaching, training, and help accessing finance to support women-owned small and medium enterprises. Between 2009-2013, the number of BDC beneficiaries grew from 10 to 90, and it helped 18 businesses formally register, 15 start operations, and 70 develop their businesses. The BDC also connected entrepreneurs to training, mentoring, and helped increase some businesses' sales by 20%.
Career and financial management strategy for millennials – 22 year olds to 38...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation will provide career and financial management strategy to the millennials
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoRxR7OpEK0
1. Career opportunity
2. How do you manage your name/career profile?
3. How set career objectives?
4. How do you align careers to maximize your return on investment.
5. Educational options
6. Skill trades
7. Jobs of the future
8. Financial plan
9. Saving for retirement
Recommender Systems and the Human FactorMark Graus
Mark Graus gave a presentation on recommender systems and the importance of considering the human factor. He discussed how recommender systems use machine learning algorithms like collaborative filtering and content-based filtering to make predictions, but that machine learning alone is not enough. User behavior data from recommender systems is limited and does not capture things like user preferences, privacy concerns, or choice overload. It is important to conduct A/B testing and user experience evaluations to understand how users actually interact with and feel about recommendation systems. The key takeaway is that recommender systems require both strong machine learning and a focus on the human perspective.
This presentation will discuss the role government plays when it comes to managing an economy. Areas of focus:
1. Consumption Taxation
2. Corporate Taxation
3. Personal Taxation
4. Payroll Taxation
5. Carbon Taxation
6. Social Programs
7. Government Red Tape
8. Trade and Investment Agreements
This presentation will discuss government programs designed to move people of social assistance (welfare) or better support low income earners (income re-distribution)
- Minimum Income
- Wages Growth
- Job Prospects
- Middle Class
- Private Sector –vs- Public sector
-Issues
This document discusses enabling reforms for creative and social entrepreneurship in Pakistan. It notes that while Pakistan has a thriving startup culture, enterprises often do not graduate beyond the startup phase or integrate into international value chains. Reforms are needed to make entrepreneurship more inclusive and help micro and small businesses with registration, borrowing, and growing into exporters. The Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) has undertaken a program of public-private consultations, advocacy, and research since 2014 to address institutional barriers facing small businesses. The program aims to support social and creative economies, regional integration, and sectoral development in areas like agriculture, manufacturing, IT and energy. Expected outcomes include improved business regulations, mainstreaming of women-led businesses,
This document discusses HomeTown Competitiveness (HTC), a strategic partnership framework for rural community and economic development. HTC focuses on critical issues like generational wealth transfer, youth out-migration, loss of farms/businesses, and declining leadership. It helps communities "spiral up" through philanthropy, increasing youth engagement and entrepreneurship, and building social and financial capital. A case study shows how HTC helped Valley County, Nebraska gain new businesses and jobs, boost retail sales and income, and reverse a 70-year population decline.
Opt bwf pp for oxfam 20 02-2014 with commentsOxfam GB
The Business Women Forum (BWF) was founded in 2006 as a non-profit organization to strengthen the role of businesswomen in the Palestinian economy. BWF operates a Business Development Center (BDC) that provides services like legal assistance, consulting, coaching, training, and help accessing finance to support women-owned small and medium enterprises. Between 2009-2013, the number of BDC beneficiaries grew from 10 to 90, and it helped 18 businesses formally register, 15 start operations, and 70 develop their businesses. The BDC also connected entrepreneurs to training, mentoring, and helped increase some businesses' sales by 20%.
Career and financial management strategy for millennials – 22 year olds to 38...paul young cpa, cga
This presentation will provide career and financial management strategy to the millennials
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoRxR7OpEK0
1. Career opportunity
2. How do you manage your name/career profile?
3. How set career objectives?
4. How do you align careers to maximize your return on investment.
5. Educational options
6. Skill trades
7. Jobs of the future
8. Financial plan
9. Saving for retirement
Recommender Systems and the Human FactorMark Graus
Mark Graus gave a presentation on recommender systems and the importance of considering the human factor. He discussed how recommender systems use machine learning algorithms like collaborative filtering and content-based filtering to make predictions, but that machine learning alone is not enough. User behavior data from recommender systems is limited and does not capture things like user preferences, privacy concerns, or choice overload. It is important to conduct A/B testing and user experience evaluations to understand how users actually interact with and feel about recommendation systems. The key takeaway is that recommender systems require both strong machine learning and a focus on the human perspective.
This presentation will discuss the role government plays when it comes to managing an economy. Areas of focus:
1. Consumption Taxation
2. Corporate Taxation
3. Personal Taxation
4. Payroll Taxation
5. Carbon Taxation
6. Social Programs
7. Government Red Tape
8. Trade and Investment Agreements
This document discusses Canada's challenges with innovation and provides suggestions for improvement. It notes that both businesses and government have failed to adequately support innovation, with businesses driven by short-term profits and government focusing on short-term electoral goals. Canada ranks only 18th on innovation indices. The document advocates creating incubation centers at all post-secondary institutions with support from government and private sectors. It also suggests revisiting tax policies and regulations to make Canada more competitive. Overall it argues that both the private sector and multiple levels of government need to work together to strengthen innovation in Canada.
This presentations looks at different aspect of the Canadian economy including key areas like GDP, Retail Sales, Exports, Housing Sales, Innovation and Infrastructure
Is Guarantee Income the right approach for Canada and Other countriespaul young cpa, cga
This document discusses the concept of a basic or guaranteed income. It provides background on the author and their qualifications. The document then outlines several topics related to a guaranteed income, including definitions, examples from Ontario and Finland, impacts on wages and inflation, average welfare payments, job losses during COVID-19, and affordability concerns. It questions whether simply giving people money addresses root economic issues and suggests alternative approaches like skills training.
How do you get maximum value from government taxation (Value for Money)paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at value for money including explanation as well as the importance of performing operational reviews of both the private sector and business.
The ability to control cost is coming very important not just with business, but government. Value for money is one of those areas that can have greater benefit to both government and business.
The document summarizes a webinar presented by JP Gladu and Joseph Bastien of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) on increasing Aboriginal business participation. Some key points:
- CCAB is a national non-profit organization established over 30 years ago to foster business relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal businesses.
- Research findings show that since 2010, Aboriginal businesses are reporting increased profits and decreased losses, and 70% are optimistic about being in business for the next five years.
- CCAB's Certified Aboriginal Business program certifies that businesses are at least 51% Aboriginal-owned to help identify them for opportunities.
- Other CCAB programs presented include Tools for Aboriginal Business
This document discusses trickle-down economics and tax policy in Canada. It provides background on trickle-down theory, how corporate taxation and personal wealth transfer works, and pressures facing the middle class. The presentation analyzes policies under Prime Minister Harper and Trudeau, and debates whether tax cuts are effective at stimulating economic growth. Blog posts further discuss wealth distribution in Canada, the impact of daycare funding and carbon policies on the economy, and arguments for and against tax cuts.
Agenda
What is Startup
Startup vs small business
Why do Startups fail
How do Startups succeed
Compensation for startup
Government involvement
Top 20 fastest growing companies in Canada
MACPA's semi-annual PIU series of Free four hour Professional Issues Updates for members. The Spring 2013 edition revolves around innovation and collaboration. This version covers the latest update from the Maryland General Assembly, Federal legislations, Accounting Standards, Cloud, generations in the workplace, and innovation.
These update hit over 20% of our membership annually reaching 2,000+ CPAs in all segments of our Profession - Public Accounting, CFOs, Controllers, GNFP, and more...
2019 Election| Social Programs and Taxation | Canada | June 2019paul young cpa, cga
This document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on social spending, taxation, and quality of life. The presentation covers topics like social spending rankings by country, education and healthcare spending comparisons, income taxation rates globally, guaranteed income programs, venture capital environments, issues with government spending, recommendations to address income inequality, and productivity comparisons. The goal is to highlight pressures on government spending and identify opportunities to reform tax policies and emphasize value for money in social program delivery.
This document discusses value for money audits of government programs and spending. It defines value for money audits as assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of how a non-profit organization utilizes funds. The document notes that value for money audits are important for governments to ensure programs are delivered cost-effectively and ways to improve delivery are identified. However, it also cautions that auditors may lack the subject matter expertise needed to fully assess program results and outcomes. The document calls for value for money audit teams to include members with backgrounds in the areas of program spending.
This presentation will talk about deficit and debt and what they mean to you. The focus is on social programs, taxation, economic growth and sustainability.
This document discusses Canada's technology sector and fastest growing companies. It provides background on the presenter Paul Young and an agenda for the presentation. The presentation covers Canada's sluggish economic growth, characteristics of the country's 25 fastest growing companies, and policies that could support emerging companies. These include reducing taxes, capping hydro rates, free trade deals, skills development, access to capital, and innovation centers partnered between academia and the private sector. Maps and statistics illustrate Canada's technology clusters and market size.
The document discusses fiscal management in Ontario under Doug Ford and the federal government under Justin Trudeau. It notes that Ford boosted healthcare and education spending while eliminating Ontario's deficit. Previous governments under Wynne and McGuinty increased spending on teachers and healthcare administration that Ontario could not afford. The federal government under Trudeau has increased spending and the national debt without a balanced budget.
Unions have a role to ensure they work with companies as part of the collective bargaining agreement
Unions have said little or nothing when it comes to policies that hinder Canada’s competitive position
CPC introduced oversight which was reversed by Trudeau and the Liberals - http://business.financialpost.com/opinion/trudeau-gives-big-labour-a-pass
Olli Kangas: Can Universal Basic Income solve future Income Security Challenges? Some tentative answers from the Finnish Basic Income (BI) experiment. Presentation at 5th Conference of the Regulating for Decent Work Network, Geneva, 4.7.2017.
Social innovations and social entrepreneurshipMindaugas Danys
The document provides an overview of social entrepreneurship and innovations that address societal issues while generating profit. It discusses the concept of a double bottom line where social enterprises seek both financial return and social impact. Examples are given of social businesses addressing issues like access to education, employment, healthcare and environmental sustainability. The challenges of impact measurement, scaling social ventures, and attracting impact investment are also covered.
This document provides an overview and agenda for discussing guarantee income, welfare programs, and the economic impacts of COVID-19 in Canada. It includes summaries of:
- What guarantee income is and examples from Ontario
- An overview of Canada's EI program and criticisms of how it is managed
- Details on the new Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) which provides $2000 per month to those who have lost income due to COVID-19
- Discussion of average wages in Canada, impacts of high living costs, and the need for governments to improve economic and risk management policies.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - July 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Canadian retail sales dropped 0.3% in August, the first decline since March, as higher interest rates start to impact household budgets. Seven of the nine retail subsectors saw sales increases in July, led by food and beverage retailers, while motor vehicle and parts dealers saw the largest decrease. Excluding autos, retail sales in July rose 1%, double expectations. The report suggests Canadians are tightening spending as more face higher mortgage payments and gas prices due to Bank of Canada rate hikes aimed at slowing inflation.
Addressing issues with the Public Sector Governance Model.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
The key challenges facing Australian business leaders in 2023 include:
1. Talent acquisition, retention and training staff for digital transformation.
2. Implementing successful digital transformation while managing cyber risks.
3. Adapting to changing regulations and reporting requirements.
Health risks from COVID-19, social reputation concerns, and disruptive emerging technologies are also significant social challenges impacting Australian businesses. Over the next 3-5 years, talent management for digitization, cybersecurity, digital transformation, regulatory changes, and identifying new growth opportunities will be the top challenges according to business leaders.
This document discusses Canada's challenges with innovation and provides suggestions for improvement. It notes that both businesses and government have failed to adequately support innovation, with businesses driven by short-term profits and government focusing on short-term electoral goals. Canada ranks only 18th on innovation indices. The document advocates creating incubation centers at all post-secondary institutions with support from government and private sectors. It also suggests revisiting tax policies and regulations to make Canada more competitive. Overall it argues that both the private sector and multiple levels of government need to work together to strengthen innovation in Canada.
This presentations looks at different aspect of the Canadian economy including key areas like GDP, Retail Sales, Exports, Housing Sales, Innovation and Infrastructure
Is Guarantee Income the right approach for Canada and Other countriespaul young cpa, cga
This document discusses the concept of a basic or guaranteed income. It provides background on the author and their qualifications. The document then outlines several topics related to a guaranteed income, including definitions, examples from Ontario and Finland, impacts on wages and inflation, average welfare payments, job losses during COVID-19, and affordability concerns. It questions whether simply giving people money addresses root economic issues and suggests alternative approaches like skills training.
How do you get maximum value from government taxation (Value for Money)paul young cpa, cga
This presentation looks at value for money including explanation as well as the importance of performing operational reviews of both the private sector and business.
The ability to control cost is coming very important not just with business, but government. Value for money is one of those areas that can have greater benefit to both government and business.
The document summarizes a webinar presented by JP Gladu and Joseph Bastien of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) on increasing Aboriginal business participation. Some key points:
- CCAB is a national non-profit organization established over 30 years ago to foster business relationships between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal businesses.
- Research findings show that since 2010, Aboriginal businesses are reporting increased profits and decreased losses, and 70% are optimistic about being in business for the next five years.
- CCAB's Certified Aboriginal Business program certifies that businesses are at least 51% Aboriginal-owned to help identify them for opportunities.
- Other CCAB programs presented include Tools for Aboriginal Business
This document discusses trickle-down economics and tax policy in Canada. It provides background on trickle-down theory, how corporate taxation and personal wealth transfer works, and pressures facing the middle class. The presentation analyzes policies under Prime Minister Harper and Trudeau, and debates whether tax cuts are effective at stimulating economic growth. Blog posts further discuss wealth distribution in Canada, the impact of daycare funding and carbon policies on the economy, and arguments for and against tax cuts.
Agenda
What is Startup
Startup vs small business
Why do Startups fail
How do Startups succeed
Compensation for startup
Government involvement
Top 20 fastest growing companies in Canada
MACPA's semi-annual PIU series of Free four hour Professional Issues Updates for members. The Spring 2013 edition revolves around innovation and collaboration. This version covers the latest update from the Maryland General Assembly, Federal legislations, Accounting Standards, Cloud, generations in the workplace, and innovation.
These update hit over 20% of our membership annually reaching 2,000+ CPAs in all segments of our Profession - Public Accounting, CFOs, Controllers, GNFP, and more...
2019 Election| Social Programs and Taxation | Canada | June 2019paul young cpa, cga
This document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on social spending, taxation, and quality of life. The presentation covers topics like social spending rankings by country, education and healthcare spending comparisons, income taxation rates globally, guaranteed income programs, venture capital environments, issues with government spending, recommendations to address income inequality, and productivity comparisons. The goal is to highlight pressures on government spending and identify opportunities to reform tax policies and emphasize value for money in social program delivery.
This document discusses value for money audits of government programs and spending. It defines value for money audits as assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of how a non-profit organization utilizes funds. The document notes that value for money audits are important for governments to ensure programs are delivered cost-effectively and ways to improve delivery are identified. However, it also cautions that auditors may lack the subject matter expertise needed to fully assess program results and outcomes. The document calls for value for money audit teams to include members with backgrounds in the areas of program spending.
This presentation will talk about deficit and debt and what they mean to you. The focus is on social programs, taxation, economic growth and sustainability.
This document discusses Canada's technology sector and fastest growing companies. It provides background on the presenter Paul Young and an agenda for the presentation. The presentation covers Canada's sluggish economic growth, characteristics of the country's 25 fastest growing companies, and policies that could support emerging companies. These include reducing taxes, capping hydro rates, free trade deals, skills development, access to capital, and innovation centers partnered between academia and the private sector. Maps and statistics illustrate Canada's technology clusters and market size.
The document discusses fiscal management in Ontario under Doug Ford and the federal government under Justin Trudeau. It notes that Ford boosted healthcare and education spending while eliminating Ontario's deficit. Previous governments under Wynne and McGuinty increased spending on teachers and healthcare administration that Ontario could not afford. The federal government under Trudeau has increased spending and the national debt without a balanced budget.
Unions have a role to ensure they work with companies as part of the collective bargaining agreement
Unions have said little or nothing when it comes to policies that hinder Canada’s competitive position
CPC introduced oversight which was reversed by Trudeau and the Liberals - http://business.financialpost.com/opinion/trudeau-gives-big-labour-a-pass
Olli Kangas: Can Universal Basic Income solve future Income Security Challenges? Some tentative answers from the Finnish Basic Income (BI) experiment. Presentation at 5th Conference of the Regulating for Decent Work Network, Geneva, 4.7.2017.
Social innovations and social entrepreneurshipMindaugas Danys
The document provides an overview of social entrepreneurship and innovations that address societal issues while generating profit. It discusses the concept of a double bottom line where social enterprises seek both financial return and social impact. Examples are given of social businesses addressing issues like access to education, employment, healthcare and environmental sustainability. The challenges of impact measurement, scaling social ventures, and attracting impact investment are also covered.
This document provides an overview and agenda for discussing guarantee income, welfare programs, and the economic impacts of COVID-19 in Canada. It includes summaries of:
- What guarantee income is and examples from Ontario
- An overview of Canada's EI program and criticisms of how it is managed
- Details on the new Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) which provides $2000 per month to those who have lost income due to COVID-19
- Discussion of average wages in Canada, impacts of high living costs, and the need for governments to improve economic and risk management policies.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - July 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Canadian retail sales dropped 0.3% in August, the first decline since March, as higher interest rates start to impact household budgets. Seven of the nine retail subsectors saw sales increases in July, led by food and beverage retailers, while motor vehicle and parts dealers saw the largest decrease. Excluding autos, retail sales in July rose 1%, double expectations. The report suggests Canadians are tightening spending as more face higher mortgage payments and gas prices due to Bank of Canada rate hikes aimed at slowing inflation.
Addressing issues with the Public Sector Governance Model.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
The key challenges facing Australian business leaders in 2023 include:
1. Talent acquisition, retention and training staff for digital transformation.
2. Implementing successful digital transformation while managing cyber risks.
3. Adapting to changing regulations and reporting requirements.
Health risks from COVID-19, social reputation concerns, and disruptive emerging technologies are also significant social challenges impacting Australian businesses. Over the next 3-5 years, talent management for digitization, cybersecurity, digital transformation, regulatory changes, and identifying new growth opportunities will be the top challenges according to business leaders.
Global Housing Market Analysis and Commentary- September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Homebuilders are walking a fine line when it comes to new projects as high mortgage rates curb demand.
New residential construction, including single-family homes and multifamily, dropped 11.3% month over month in August to 1.283 million units on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to Census Bureau data released Tuesday. That's down 14.8% compared with a year ago and well below the 1.44 million units economists surveyed by Bloomberg projected.
But authorized residential permits — an indicator of potential future activity — rose 6.9% to 1.543 million permits in August from July. That was still down 2.7% from last August. Single-family permits, though, were up 2% from July to 949,000. Multifamily permits came in at 535,000.
The data reflects two opposing forces builders are trying to balance: the ongoing need for new construction to fill in limited inventory and elevated mortgage rates that are hurting their biggest customer right now, the first-time homebuyer.
"High mortgage rates are clearly taking a toll on builder confidence and consumer demand, as a growing number of buyers are electing to defer a home purchase until long-term rates move lower," Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders, said Monday in a press release after builder confidence dropped for the second straight month.
Source: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/homebuilders-face-a-tough-balancing-act-on-new-construction-amid-high-mortgage-rates-130744368.html
Blog – What is next for the Mining Sector – September 2023
The mining sector provides critical material that support solar, wind, and lithium-ion batteries as part of the green transition. https://www.iea.org/news/critical-minerals-market-sees-unprecedented-growth-as-clean-energy-demand-drives-strong-increase-in-investment
The mining sector products play a key role with the global GDP - https://www.yicaiglobal.com/news/global-mining-industry-value-was-69-of-world-gdp-last-year-china-says
Mining practices need to be sustainable including following all ESG policies - https://www.linkedin.com/advice/1/how-can-you-monitor-sustainable-mining-practices
Other links and sources –
Lithium Supply and Price - https://zbr.com.mx/en/sin-categoria-es/lithium-prices-fall-44-in-china-due-to-lack-of-demand/138168/
Cobalt - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mahmut-karada%C5%9F-a2b7a5151_china-exportrestrictions-gallium-activity-7082603182589157376-Zrty/?trk=public_profile_like_view
Nickel https://www.eureporter.co/business/2023/09/15/stanislav-kondrashov-from-telf-ag-nickel-prices-outlook-remains-positive/
Iron-ore - https://www.brecorder.com/news/40263584/sgx-iron-ore-set-for-best-week-in-3-months
TD Bank / Metals - https://www.tdsecurities.com/ca/en/setting-the-stage-for-gold-outlook
Biodiversity / Mining - https://worldcrunch.com/green/lithium-green-energy-argentina-indigenous
ESG - https://iriscarbon.com/the-added-value-of-integrated-esg-reporting-a-threefold-framework/
Blog – Manufacturing Shipments and Orders – The United States – August 2023
Summary:
New orders for manufacturing technology in the United States totaled $353.9 million in July 2023, as per the latest report by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This figure marked a 12.4% decline from June 2023 but remained only 10.5% lower than July 2022. Year-to-date orders amounted to $2.83 billion, reflecting a 12.7% decrease compared to the same period the previous year.
Douglas K. Woods, President of AMT, noted that July is typically a slower month for manufacturing technology orders, so a slight drop was expected. However, he pointed out a notable trend: over the last two months, the year-to-date order gap has narrowed during historically slow periods. While job shops have seen decreased orders, other industries that benefited from reshoring or government investments have helped fill the gap.
Among specific sectors, job shops, the largest customer segment, placed their lowest total monthly orders since August 2020. In contrast, metal valve manufacturers recorded their third-highest monthly order value on record, last seen in September 2018, making up nearly 5% of the total manufacturing technology order value for July 2023. Manufacturers of motor vehicle transmissions continued to order machinery at an elevated pace. However, the aerospace industry continued to order below its early 2022 peaks, with hopes that recent projects like the federal government's $1.5 billion investment in communications satellites might reverse this trend.
Source: https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2023/september/u.s.-manufacturing-technology-orders-dip-in-july-but-show-resilience-amid-economic-uncertainty
Stock Market Analysis and Commentary for WE September 15 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Blog – Analysis and Commentary – Stock Market – WE September 15 2023
Summary:
Stocks fell Friday as investors wrap up a volatile week ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting.
The Dow Jones Industrials tumbled 288.87 points to close out Friday and the week at 34,618.24. At its lows, it completely wiped out Thursday's 332-point rally.
The S&P 500 index sank 54.78 points, or 1.2%, to 4,450.32.
The NASDAQ index plunged 217.72 points, or 1.6%, to 13,708.33.
The Dow held onto a winning week. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ both closed out the week with losses.
Information technology was the worst-performing sector in the S&P 500, down nearly 2%. Adobe shares fell more than 4% even after the software firm posted better-than-expected quarterly results. Shares of Arm Holdings were lower one day after its successful public debut.
Auto stocks General Motors and Stellantis N.V. were higher Friday, while Ford Motor was about flat. Thousands of members of the United Auto Workers went on strike after failing to reach a deal with the automakers Thursday night.
Elsewhere, Lennar shares slid 3%. The home construction firm posted third-quarter results that beat on the top and bottom lines.
On the economic front, the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment survey showed one-year inflation expectations dropped to 3.1% in
September, tied for the lowest since January 2021. Also, the five-year outlook fell to 2.7%, matching its lowest since December 2020.
- Canadian manufacturing sales increased 1.6% in July, led by higher sales in food products, petroleum and coal products, and transportation equipment. Paper and plastics sales decreased the most.
- Inventory levels increased slightly while unfilled orders decreased, pointing to a potential slowdown.
- The manufacturing sector in Canada will continue to face challenges such as global economic uncertainty, rising costs, supply chain issues, climate change risks, and skills shortages.
Electricity Analysis - Canada and the OECD - June 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
Summary:
Over three-quarters of the world’s total coal-generated electricity is consumed in just three countries. China is the top user of coal, making up 53.3% of global coal demand, followed by India at 13.6%, and the U.S. at 8.9%.
Burning coal—for electricity, as well as metallurgy and cement production—is the world’s single largest source of CO2 emissions. Nevertheless, its use in electricity generation has actually grown 91.2% since 1997, the year when the first global climate agreement was signed in Kyoto, Japan.
However, even as non-renewables enjoy their time in the sun, their days could be numbered.
In 2022, renewables, such as wind, solar, and geothermal, represented 14.4% of total electricity generation with an extraordinary annual growth rate of 14.7%, driven by big gains in solar and wind. Non-renewables, by contrast, only managed an anemic 0.4%.
The authors of the Statistical Review do not include hydroelectric in their renewable calculations, even though many others, including the International Energy Agency, consider it a “well-established renewable power technology.”
With hydroelectric moved into the renewable column, together they accounted for over 29.3% of all electricity generated in 2022, with an annual growth rate of 7.4%.
Source - https://energynow.ca/2023/09/infographic-what-electricity-sources-power-the-world-see-them-here-visual-capitalist/
Logistics Warehousing Transportation and Distrbution Analysis and Commentary ...paul young cpa, cga
The document provides an overview of key metrics and trends in the logistics, warehousing, distribution, and transportation sector. It includes data on consumer price index, diesel fuel costs, freight indexes, e-commerce sales, retail sales, class 8 truck sales, EPA emissions standards, trailer sales, and tonnage. It also discusses supply chain management solutions like planning analytics, blockchain, and AI assistants. Finally, it touches on topics like infrastructure spending, automation, and ESG reporting.
Retail Sales and Consumer Spending Analysis and Commentary - United States - ...paul young cpa, cga
United States retail sales rose 0.6% in August despite flat sales at internet retailers after Amazon Prime Day. Most of the increase was due to higher gasoline prices. While consumer spending has been strong, higher interest rates and a slowdown in hiring are expected to restrain purchases in the coming months. Forecasters predict the 2023 holiday shopping season could be the weakest in five years due to economic challenges facing consumers. The retail sector continues facing inventory management challenges and social governance issues.
How to improve the Governance Model for the Public Sector - United States - S...paul young cpa, cga
This document provides a summary of strategies to improve governance in government. It discusses factors that impact governance like transparency and accountability. It recommends using performance audits to assess key performance indicators and ensure recommendations are implemented. Other strategies include improving data ethics and literacy, mitigating geopolitical risks, adopting ESG reporting, and using technology like audit analytics and AI to enhance governance. The overall goal is for government to deliver programs and tax policies with value for money and transparency.
This document provides an analysis of the agriculture output and equipment sector for August 2023. It includes discussions of commodity prices, crop estimates, energy prices, food prices, farming incomes, top farming states, food processors, and the role of technology and government in farming. Key points covered include rising input costs challenging farmers, preliminary crop estimates for Canada, volatility in oil and diesel prices impacting farm expenses, and opportunities for data and automation to help address issues in the agriculture industry.
Biotech Pharmaceutical Medical Equipment and Supplies - Analysis - September ...paul young cpa, cga
This document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on the biotech, pharmaceutical, and healthcare sector. It includes:
- An introduction and biography of presenter Paul Young CPA CGA
- An agenda covering topics like vaccine production, drug discovery, innovation in areas like storage and AI, and the life sciences strategy
- Links and summaries of information on these topics, including the top vaccine manufacturers, regulations in Canada, and growth in the pharmaceutical market
The presentation aims to discuss key areas of the biotech/pharmaceutical sector including vaccine development and production, drug discovery, innovation, and strategies for the life sciences industry. Links and outside sources are provided to support the topics in the agenda.
Better Public Safety Management using Analytics - September 2023.pptxpaul young cpa, cga
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1. Housing supply and costs continue to plague countries around the world.
2. Gasoline prices are on the rise that puts pressure on central banks ability to hit their core inflation targets.
3. ESG adoption by both the private and public sector is leading to both funding concerns and the overall cost of implementing ESG policies.
4. Adopting technology as part of increasing food production is facing both capital and operational funding concerns.
5. Strike at LNG facility in Australia is leading to concerns around a supply chain disruption of natural gas for EMEA and Asia.
6. The threat of China dumping batteries into markets - https://www.ft.com/content/b6038e51-7b5b-4f97-a5da-9202e71562fc
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8. Lack of biodiversity planning as part of the overall climate mitigation including sustainable mining, forestry, oil, gas, agriculture, and housing
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There is more focus on profitability and investment returns as part of the integrated planning and reporting cycle.
Summary:
The global economy faces what at least one forecaster is calling a mild trade recession as shipments from China slump and German factories downshift.
China’s export declines extended into August, though there were signs that the worst of a world trade slowdown may be over for the leading exporter.
Overseas shipments from China fell 8.8% in dollar terms from a year earlier while imports contracted 7.3%, both better than economists’ estimates and significantly less severe than July’s downturn.
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Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-09-07/supply-chain-latest-world-trade-faces-a-shallow-recession?srnd=economics-v2
Additional sources and links:
Lithium - https://source.benchmarkminerals.com/article/falling-lithium-prices-challenge-potential-cost-advantages-of-sodium-batteries
Oil Production - https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/06/business/oil-price-goldman-sachs/index.html
Natural gas - https://www.fxstreet.com/news/natural-gas-holds-up-as-markets-in-limbo-over-strikes-202309070956
Lumber - https://www.fastmarkets.com/insights/sawmill-capacity-closures-reshape-us-lumber-supply
Critical metals - https://www.wasterecyclingmag.ca/feature/how-recycling-could-solve-the-shortage-of-minerals-essential-to-clean-energy/
Agriculture - https://www.morningagclips.com/economists-forecast-positive-end-of-year-crop-outlook-despite-warmer-midwestern-climate/
ESG - https://www.skadden.com/insights/publications/2023/09/the-informed-board/the-eus-new-esg-disclosure-rules
Ports - https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/HAPAG-LLOYD-AG-24857717/news/Hapag-Lloyd-chief-warns-of-rougher-seas-ahead-for-container-shipping-44789017/
Top destination for reshoring - https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2023/08/29/uae-in-top-10-most-powerful-passports-for-investment-opportunity/
Global Trade - https://phys.org/news/2023-09-opinion-broke-global-climate-finish.html
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What is Socialism
1. What is Socialism and why
does it fail to achieve results
By: Paul Young, CPA, CGA
Date: March 6, 2016
2. Disclaimer
• This presentation is on view of trade data for Canada. It is up to
individuals to do their own research as part evaluating government
polices and their impact on the markets.
3. Paul Young - Presenter
Bio
• CPA/CGA
• 25 years of experience in Academia, Industry and Financial solutions
• Youtube Channel -
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAArky1bAXPSuV2NLtUnyLg
4. Agenda
• What is socialism
• What are social programs
• What is income re-distribution
• Private Sector
• Issues
6. How does revenue flow for government?
• Government gets money via taxation
• Direct Taxation (Corporate / Personal Taxation)
• Indirect Taxation (Property Taxation, Sales Taxation, Excise/Duties Taxation
• Income from Crown Corporation
• User Fees
• Other taxation
8. How are social programs funded?
• Taxation
• Equalization
• CST/HST
• Direct funding
9. Why is business investment important?
• Business Investment
• Capital is required to develop and produce products for both domestic and
international exports (FDI and Domestic Capital)
• Business requires inputs like labor and material to produce goods for re-sale.
Consumer spending drives 2/3 of the economy
10. Issues with Socialism
• Productivity
• People are not motivated to succeed in life
• Too much government intervention deters FDI
• Companies will invest where they can get a return on investment
• No emphasis of efficient and effective uses of taxpayers dollars
• Value for money
• Government does not operate in a competitive environment