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ADR REPORT-ADRs move higher on dollar slip; miners rise
13 hours ago by Thomson Reuters
Companies Mentioned: GG, REPYY, RYAAY, ABX, RBS

By Chuck Mikolajczak

NEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - U.S.-listed shares of foreign companies advanced on Monday, buoyed by dollar weakness, while Canadian...

By Chuck Mikolajczak

NEW YORK, May 20 (Reuters) - U.S.-listed shares of foreign companies advanced on Monday, buoyed by dollar weakness, while Canadian...

UPDATE 4-Chesapeake Energy hires Anadarko executive as CEO
14 hours ago by Thomson Reuters
Companies Mentioned: CHK

* Lawler starts as CEO June 17

* Chesapeake shares rise 4 pct (Adds analyst comment, background, updates shares)

By Anna Driver

May 20 (Reuters) - Ches...

* Lawler starts as CEO June 17

* Chesapeake shares rise 4 pct (Adds analyst comment, background, updates shares)

By Anna Driver

May 20 (Reuters) - Ches...

POLL-Canada economic indicators - May 20 week
18 hours ago by Thomson Reuters

(Updates consensus with additional forecasts) REUTERS CONSENSUS FOR CANADA ECONOMIC INDICATORS ...

(Updates consensus with additional forecasts) REUTERS CONSENSUS FOR CANADA ECONOMIC INDICATORS ...

May 17, 2013

UPDATE 3-US ends freeze on new natural gas exports, approves Texas terminal
7:02PM ET on Friday May 17, 2013 by Thomson Reuters
Companies Mentioned: VSN, LNG, D, DOW

* Freeport first project approved since 2011

* Manufacturers concerned about unlimited gas exports

* Still unclear when DOE will act on other projects

* ...

* Freeport first project approved since 2011

* Manufacturers concerned about unlimited gas exports

* Still unclear when DOE will act on other projects

* ...

CANADA STOCKS-TSX rises as gold miners lone sore spot
4:48PM ET on Friday May 17, 2013 by Thomson Reuters
Companies Mentioned: SU, BMO

* TSX rises 105.45 points, or 0.84 percent, at 12,613.05 * Nine of 10 main sectors advance; materials lag * Decent U.S. data, possible end to ...

* TSX rises 105.45 points, or 0.84 percent, at 12,613.05 * Nine of 10 main sectors advance; materials lag * Decent U.S. data, possible end to ...

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Samsung First to Achieve Sustainability Certification for Smartphones
26 minutes ago by CNW Group

Samsung's flagship Galaxy S4 smartphone is the first to achieve internationally recognized requirements for environmental design and socially responsible manufacturing. As the largest manufacturer of smartphones worldwide, Samsung is the first major brand to achieve the TCO Certified Smartphones product certification.

Samsung's flagship Galaxy S4 smartphone is the first to achieve internationally recognized requirements for environmental design and socially responsible manufacturing. As the largest manufacturer of smartphones worldwide, Samsung is the first...

Ithaca Energy-Increase in Director Shareholding
1 hour ago by Marketwire Canada
Companies Mentioned: IAE, IACAF

Ithaca Energy Inc. (TSX VENTURE: IAE)

Not for Distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for Dissemination in the United States

TSX VENTURE: IAE

Ithaca Energy Inc.

Increase in Director Shareholding

21 May 2013

Ithaca Energy Inc. (TSX VENTURE: IAE)

Not for Distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for Dissemination in the United States

TSX VENTURE: IAE

Ithaca Energy Inc.

Increase in Director Shareholding

21 May 2013 ...

Kirkland Lake Gold Inc./December 31st Reserve & Resources Update; Significant Increases on the Former JV Properties
1 hour ago by Marketwire Canada
Companies Mentioned: KGI, KGILF

Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. (the "Company") (TSX:KGI)(AIM:KGI) presents its annual gold reserve and resource estimates (as at December 31, 2012) for its operations in Kirkland Lake, Ontario on both the historic Main Break and the high grade South Mine Complex (SMC) discovered in 2005.

Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. (the "Company") (TSX:KGI)(AIM:KGI) presents its annual gold reserve and resource estimates (as at December 31, 2012) for its operations in Kirkland Lake, Ontario on both the historic Main Break and the high grade South M...

Australia Offers Opportunities for Consumer Goods Companies Across A Wide Range of Sectors
2 hours ago by Marketwire Canada

Market Research Company Euromonitor International released today an e-book reviewing Australia's economy, business environment and consumer behavior. Heralded as the success story among advanced economies for weathering the global economic downturn of 2008-2009, Australia's high income levels and steady growth will offer good opportunities for consumer goods and services in a wide range of sectors.

Market Research Company Euromonitor International released today an e-book reviewing Australia's economy, business environment and consumer behavior. Heralded as the success story among advanced economies for weathering the global economic down...

Research-based Pharmaceutical Industry Launches 'Do You Mind?' Campaign to Fight Mental and Neurological Disorders
2 hours ago by CNW Group

Today the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) launched the 'Do You Mind?' campaign to focus attention and to prompt action on MNDs. The campaign launch takes place at the start of the 66(th) World Health Assembly, where health ministers meet to consider a global mental health action plan.

Today the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) launched the 'Do You Mind?' campaign to focus attention and to prompt action on MNDs. The campaign launch takes place at the start of the 66(th) Worl...

Fozzy Brings Shared Hosting Services to the US
2 hours ago by Marketwire Canada

Fozzy Inc., shared and VPS hosting company, has today announced the launch of its shared hosting service in the United States of America.

The service is the perfect solution for companies targeting customers in the U.S. and expands Fozzy's range of services offered in the region, which was previously limited to Linux VPS.

Fozzy Inc., shared and VPS hosting company, has today announced the launch of its shared hosting service in the United States of America.

The service is the perfect solution for companies targeting customers in the U.S. and expands Fozzy...

UL Remains the Top CB Certificate Issuing Body in Categories Information Technology & Office Equipment (OFF) and Batteries (BATT) in 2012
3 hours ago by CNW Group

In the recently released IECEE (Worldwide System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrotechnical Equipment and Components) metrics for 2012, UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is the number one NCB (National Certification Body) in the categories of OFF (Information Technology & Office Equipment) and BATT (Batteries). UL's ranking has improved by 1.5 points in the OFF category, widening the gap from its nearest competitors.

In the recently released IECEE (Worldwide System for Conformity Testing and Certification of Electrotechnical Equipment and Components) metrics for 2012, UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is the number one NCB (National Certification Body) in the ...

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Drilling of Well 1-HRT-11-AM Concluded
6 hours ago by CNW Group
Companies Mentioned: HRTPY

HRT Participacões em Petróleo S.A. (the "Company" or "HRT") (BM&FBOVESPA: HRTP3, TSX-V: HRP) announces that its wholly-owned subsidiary HRT O&G Exploracão e Producão de Petróleo Ltda ("HRT O&G") concluded the drilling of well 1-HRT-11-AM, on the Cajazeira prospect, located at Block SOL-T-172, in the Solimões Basin, Municipality of Coari, State of Amazonas.

HRT Participacões em Petróleo S.A. (the "Company" or "HRT") (BM&FBOVESPA: HRTP3, TSX-V: HRP) announces that its wholly-owned subsidiary HRT O&G Exploracão e Producão de Petróleo Ltda ("HRT O&G") concluded the drilling of well 1-H...

MATERIAL FACT - Results of Wingat - Offshore Namibia
6 hours ago by CNW Group
Companies Mentioned: HRTPY

HRT Participacões em Petróleo S.A. (the "Company" or "HRT") (BM&FBOVESPA: HRTP3, TSX-V: HRP) through its wholly-owned subsidiary HRT Walvis Petroleum (Proprietary) Ltd. ("HRT Walvis"), announces that its first exploration well (Wingat-1 2212/07/1) in a multi well offshore program in Namibia has found oil although not in commercial volumes. This well is located in Petroleum Exploration License 23 ("PEL-23"), in the Walvis Basin, offshore Republic of Namibia. The well, spudded on March 25, was drilled in water depths of circa 1,005 meters and has reached a final depth of 5,000 meters.

HRT Participacões em Petróleo S.A. (the "Company" or "HRT") (BM&FBOVESPA: HRTP3, TSX-V: HRP) through its wholly-owned subsidiary HRT Walvis Petroleum (Proprietary) Ltd. ("HRT Walvis"), announces that its first exploration well (Wingat-1 ...

Athabasca Basin Updated: A Review of Saskatchewan Uranium Activity from May 11-17, 2013
7 hours ago by Accesswire

More high-grade, near-surface results from Fission/Alpha's Patterson Lake South

The best assay yet from Patterson Lake South's R00E zone hit the news on May 16. That's when the Fission Uranium [V.FCU] and Alpha Minerals [V.AMW] joint venture reported nine more holes from last winter's 46-hole program. Some highlights include:

More high-grade, near-surface results from Fission/Alpha's Patterson Lake South

The best assay yet from Patterson Lake South's R00E zone hit the news on May 16. That's when the Fission Uranium [V.FCU] and Alpha Minerals [V.AMW] joint ve...

PRESS DIGEST - Wall Street Journal - May 21
1 hour ago by Thomson Reuters
Commodities Mentioned: Cocoa

May 21 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories in the Wall Street Journal. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their a...

GLOBAL MARKETS-Dollar firms as suspense builds, Asia shares dip
1 hour ago by Thomson Reuters
Commodities Mentioned: Crude Oil, Gold and Precious Metals

* Dollar index firmer, but down from near 3-year high

* MSCI Asia Pacific ex-Japan slips 0.2 percent

* Nikkei up slightly, hits 5-1/2-year high

By Masayu...

Chevron nears sale of Egypt, Pakistan downstream assets -sources
1 hour ago by Thomson Reuters
Commodities Mentioned: Crude Oil, Jet Fuel, Gasoline, Products from Crude Oil

By Dinesh Nair

DUBAI, May 21 (Reuters) - Chevron Corp is in advanced talks to sell its downstream assets in Egypt and Pakistan, three sources said, wit...

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Anish Chopra - May 17, 2013(8 minutes)
Managing Director
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This week we look at Canadian earnings season, upcoming Bank earnings and investing ideas, including Senior Loans, with Anish Chopra, Managing Director, TD Asset Management and Portfolio Manager of the TD Canadian Value and TD Target Return Funds.

  • Colin Cieszynski - Apr 19, 2013Markets: A crazy week winds down with a small rebound

    BNN Interview Replay Yesterday, I was interviewed on BNN talking about Rush, Apple, Blackberry, Yahoo the recent market selloff in commodities, technology earnings and more. Watch the interview here.A ...

  • Colin Cieszynski - Apr 18, 2013Markets: Nokia, copper and gold in the limelight today

    In honour of their long overdue induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame later today, I thought I would begin the day with a friendly quote from Rush. The one that seems most appropriate these days ...

  • Rob Carrick - Apr 18, 2013Is it time to buy Canada?

    Bargain-seeking investors may be wondering if now’s the time to buy Canada and sell the U.S. market. The answer from the investment firm Macquarie Private Wealth is an emphatic No. “We remain ...

  • Gordon Pape - Apr 17, 2013DIY taxes done right

    If you haven't started work on your income tax return, now is the time. The filing deadline is April 30 which means there are only about two weeks left. I strongly recommend doing your own return unless it ...

  • Colin Cieszynski - Apr 16, 2013Markets stabilize as forced selling subsides

    After its worst day in thirty years, gold has started to rebound this morning. It appears that because the selloff was so severe, yesterday markets moved through Phase 2 of the selloff in the morning and ...

  • Rob Carrick - Apr 16, 2013Three things to know about the current bond market

    Some of the lamest investing advice of the past year or so has concerned the bond market.Example Number One: Bonds are more risky than stocksActually, no. The S&P/TSX composite index was off close to 3 ...

  • Colin Cieszynski - Apr 15, 2013Markets: Disappointing China data hammers commodities, resource currencies

    Major market selloffs usually unfold in three stages: 1. The initial breakdown, stampede to the doors by active players and clearing out of close stop loss orders; 2. A second wave of delayed selling ...

  • Gordon Pape - Apr 15, 2013Tough days for gold bugs

    It has been a lousy year for gold. There is no other word to describe it. The metal itself is down 10.4 per cent year-to-date having fallen from $1,675.80 (U.S.) at the end of 2012 to $1,501.40 as of ...

  • The Contra Guys - Apr 12, 2013A U.S. bank gets back on its feet

    In the depths of the U.S. housing market collapse, it was Arizona, Florida and Nevada that got most of the attention. Michigan was featured less, though it was also hit very hard. That might be because the ...

  • Colin Cieszynski - Apr 11, 2013Markets: World stocks climb as capital returns to risk markets

    Although gains have moderated somewhat from yesterday’s big rallies and major U.S. breakouts, stock markets have continued their steady march forward overnight. Markets remain focused on the potential ...