Global Insights – June 11th

Posted by Kevin Konar

Share on Facebook

Tweet on Twitter

Kevin Konar

Kevin Konar

»» Stocks in North America and Europe rallied on news reports a Spanish bank bailout forthcoming. The clock is ticking.

»» Even though Bernanke didn’t tip his hand, the Fed may end up launching QE3 after all, but to what end? (page 3)

»» Many Americans are turning a blind eye toward U.S. fiscal cliff and European risks. (page 3 – U.S. section)

»» China’s interest-rate cut may be seen as reactive, rather than preemptive. (page 4 – Asia Pacific section)

»» Global Roundup: Updates from the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia. (pages 3-4)

Click Here to read the complete analysis

Investing for Income – Sat. June 16th

Our good friend Kevin Konar of RBC Dominion Securities is hosting a special seminar on Saturday, June 16th in West Vancouver entitled “Investing for Income  – What you need to know TODAY to Increase Income, Reduce Taxes and Minimize Risk.”

Kevin has been gracious enough to set aside some FREE seats exclusively for our MoneyTalks audience. If you live in the Lower Mainland we highly recommend that you take advantage of this opportunity. Michael Campbell asked Kevin to present on this topic last February at the 2012 World Outlook Financial Conference and this seminar is an expanded version of that presentation. Seating is limited.

Date: June 16th, 2012
Time: 10:30am
Location: Welsh Hall – West Vancouver Public Library – 1950 Marine Drive, West Vancouver (enter library via main entrance, Welsh Hall is downstairs on the bottom floor)

There is a parking lot beside the West Van Library that you can enter via Bellevue Street

To confirm your attendance please e-mail Brian Moore at brian.e.moore@rbc.com“>brian.e.moore@rbc.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with your name and contact information. For more detailed information, please call 604-981-6645.

Topics to be discussed include:
– specific income alternatives to today’s low rates
– why dividend income is so crucial for anybody who pays taxes
– time tested investment strategies that minimize risk
– how to invest so that both your  income and your capital increases in value over time
– the current outlook for both interest rates and the equity markets