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Why biofuels may be a green alternative to fossil fuels

When we talk about energy transition, most people think their investment options are limited to traditional renewable sources such as solar. Anthony Okolie speaks with Mitchell Li, Energy Analyst, TD Asset Management, about why biofuels represent a big opportunity for renewable energy.

September 14, 2021

Stocks / Economy / Energy / Canada / International / Trading Ideas / News / Big Picture

BoC holds key rate unchanged, sees economy strengthening in the second half of 2021

The Bank of Canada keeps its key policy rate unchanged, even though the economy lost a bit of steam in the second quarter. Anthony Okolie speaks with James Orlando, Senior Economist, TD Bank, about what risk the Delta variant poses to Canada’s recovery in the second half of the year.

September 8, 2021

Currency / Economy / Energy / Canada / International / News / Big Picture

Record-high markets: On solid ground or running on fumes?

U.S. stock markets are sitting at record highs and nothing seems to be able to keep markets down for long. Kim Parlee speaks to Phil Davis, founder, PhilStockWorld.com, about the disconnect between performance and valuation and where to find value.

September 3, 2021

Economy / International / Big Picture

Canada’s economy unexpectedly shrinks. But is there reason for optimism?

Canada’s economic growth unexpectedly fell to 1.1% (annualized) in the second quarter, well below the 2.5% growth that was expected. Anthony Okolie speaks with Sri Thanabalasingam, Senior Economist, TD Bank, about the risk the Delta variant poses to Canada’s recovery.

August 31, 2021

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Why stronger business investment is key to a more balanced recovery

Business investment activity has been lagging behind Canada’s otherwise swift economic recovery. Anthony Okolie speaks with Omar Abdelrahman, Economist, TD Bank, about recent indicators that point to a rebound in the second half of 2021 and into 2022.

August 30, 2021

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