Global recession: Is the end in sight?

By Craig Alexander, Vice-President and Deputy Chief Economist,
TD Bank Financial Group

It is now evident that the world economy is in the early stages of a global recession that will dominate the economic landscape for much of 2009. To understand the outlook, one must first appreciate what caused the weakness. This article explores what caused the contraction, how governments have intervened, and how the recovery will unfold for Canadians.

Finding opportunities in the North American stock market

By R.J. Gorman, CFA, Chief Portfolio Strategist, TD Waterhouse

The sharp drop in commodity prices, combined with forced liquidation on the part of hedge funds, mutual funds, and margined investors, plus prospects of a recession, decimated stock markets in the second half of 2008. Patient, long-term investors, however, are finding that opportunities are presenting themselves.

Take a consolidated approach to your portfolio

If you do not have time to manage several plans or you find it difficult to keep track of all your investments, then you may want to consider consolidating your portfolio with one financial institution. This proven strategy offers a streamlined approach to achieving your financial goals.

Benefit from this dynamic savings duo: TFSA and RSP

By Charley Tsai, Vice-President, Wealth Planning Support,
TD Waterhouse Canada Inc.

The launch of the new Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) in January 2009 will create a new way for you to save — tax-free! Its launch has also raised a new question: What role will it play in my savings strategy alongside a Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)?

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TD Waterhouse presents MoneyTalk and book review, plus planning tips for your winter down south

Patricia Lovett-Reid is the host of MoneyTalk, a national prime-time television program on personal finance, airing every Monday at 8:00 p.m. ET on the Business News Network (BNN).