Japan makes plans for energy, resources
Japan is highly sensitive to energy and resource markets because of its situation as a resource-poor nation, almost totally dependent on imported commodities. In view of the increased demand for commo…
Stock Markets/Investing
Short Position Report (June 09, 2008)
TSX Short Positions Short positions outs…
TORONTO STOCK EXCHANGE MAY 27-JUNE 2
The TSX Composite Index held steady over the May 27-June 2 trading period, rising 55.61 points to 14,814.18, but still ended the week 1.5% off its May 20 record of 15,047 points.
TORONTO STOCK EXCHANGE MAY 20-26
After the TSX Composite Index hit a record high of 15,000 on May 20, the benchmark index slipped 1.9% to 14,758.57 points over the May 20-26 trading session. Other indexes followed suit, with the Capp…
Supercycle skeptics sound off
For the last two weeks, we’ve been hearing mostly positive views about the commodity supercycle. In the last of a 3-part series, more supercycle skeptics have their say.
Japan makes plans for energy and resources
Japan has a developed economy, ranking as the second largest economy behind the U.S., and the country is a part of …
TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE MAY 13-16
The TSX Venture Composite Index rose 35 points to 2,611.32 over the Victoria Day-shortened May 13-16 trading period, as stronger materials prices and speculation over a new coal source in Saskatchewan…
The supercycle: Sprott weighs in
Last week, proponents of the commoditysupercycle shared their views. This week, we’ll hear from a supercycle believer, Eric Sprott, and a skeptic, Jeffrey Christian.
Short Position Report (May 23, 2008)
TSX Short Positions Short positions ou…
The commodity supercycle: myth or reality? Part 9
Eric Sprott is firmly in the bullish camp. Sprott is CEO of Sprott Inc. (SII-T), chairman of Sprott Resource Corp. …
The real goldmine for Goldsource: Saskatchewan coal
Vancouver – Goldsource Mines (GXS-V) has started a Saskatchewan coal craze. The diamond-seeking junior that ins…
The commodity supercycle: myth or reality? Part 8
Other cautious market commentators are concerned about the influence of investment demand on commodity prices. They…