Accommodative monetary policy: Bank of Canada Lowers Rate to 2.5%
easing in six months and signaling readiness to act further if risks to the economy persist or increase.
easing in six months and signaling readiness to act further if risks to the economy persist or increase.
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In today’s fast-moving financial markets, the definition of diversification is evolving rapidly. For decades, investors relied primarily on a blend of equities and bonds to manage risk and pursue returns. But shifting macroeconomic dynamics, persistent inflation, and geopolitical tensions have underscored the need to invest in safer and inflation hedging assets.
Company Overview
• Ticker: POU (TSX)
• Headquarters: Alberta, Canada
• Founded: 1976
• CEO: Jim Riddell
• Industry: Oil & Gas Production
Ticker: WCP (TSX)
Headquarters: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
CEO: Grant Fagerheim
Founded: 2009
Industry: Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
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