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How to Create a Stable Portfolio in Bad Times

In a downturn, there are two types of portfolio holders: ones that are happy and ones that are pissed. While one expects the majority to be ones that are pissed, that doesn’t mean that you have to be one of them! There are always stories told of individuals who acquired massive riches during a bearish [...]

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Future Looking Bright for Agriculture

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Agriculture should be a serious consideration of anyone looking for long-term investments. There is no doubt that agriculture plays a major role in our lives, providing us with the basics for food and energy. It serves as the baseline for our very existence. Now that prices are low, it provides an opportunity for those looking [...]

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Breakfast Commodity Prices on the Rise

It may be time to reconsider your breakfast options because the basic commodities are reaching all-time highs. However, you don’t have to develop an alternative to your breakfast grains for the moment. Luckily, agricultural goods are level and have even decreased a little in price. Milk is also not phased. The Globe and Mail reports [...]

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Why It May Be Wise to Buy Up Assets with the Dollar

The dollar has been getting a lot of press lately. It’s been dropping on the market with some speculation that it has more ways to go.  Despite common belief, the dollar itself holds no value. It’s a product traded on the market. In theory, if all the major countries dumped the dollar (mainly China), its [...]

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Recession Proof Areas

There’s Still Some Good Left! For whatever reason, media puts a lot of focus on all the failing areas during a recession. Big banks are failing, GE plummeted, and blah, blah, blah. Let’s look at the profitable areas. You could consider expanding your business or investing in these areas. •    Discount Stores: Big chains like [...]

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