TII Current Markets

The Perils of Leverage

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:54:38 -0700

Toron managing partner Arthur Heinmaa discusses the perils of leverage from the biggest banks to the smallest investor and how society as a whole will need to become accustomed to a debt free lifestyle as the world economy reorganizes.

The Wall Street Bailout

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:17:33 -0700

Freddie Mac - Fannie Mae, AIG, Lehman Brothers, Morgan Stanley, is the sky falling? Toron managing partner Peter Sacks provides an experienced viewpoint of Wall Street's current crisis.

The Ups and Downs of Oil

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:17:06 -0700

Toron partner Karl Berger discusses the recent commodities adjustments and why we may have reached the burst of the commodities bubble.

Market Summary July 2008

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:51:55 -0700

Karl Berger summarizes the condition of the world markets for July and points out that there is a positive flip side to the current market uncertainties.

The $130 Oil Barrel

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 13:48:59 -0700

Why has the price of oil skyrocketed? Karl Berger reviews the possible reasons for the high price of oil and defines key focal points for investors in commodities.

The U.S. Dollar... Don't Give Up Yet

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:27:26 -0700

Is the greenback about to lose its status as the unofficial world currency? Peter Sacks tells investors why prospects for the U.S. Dollar should start to improve.

Central Banks and the U.S. Federal Reserve

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 07:26:57 -0700

Karl Berger addresses the recent actions of the US Federal Reserve in response to market turmoil and credit difficulties, and what these mean for markets and investors in these volatile times.

Investing in Turbulent Times

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:12:45 -0700

Toron managing partner Arthur Heinmaa provides a framework for the current market crisis and what the conscientious investor should do to avoid getting caught in the storm.

Lessons Learned From 1987

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 16:58:06 -0700

John Welch reviews the market crash of 1987, exploring the similarities and differences with the turbulent markets of early 2008 to reveal what investors should watch for and what we can learn.

Real Estate Drivers

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:44:06 -0800

The real estate market in Southern Ontario has been big news as it continues to be hot. Arthur Heinmaa, Toron Managing Partner, explains what has been driving the boom in real estate, whether it will continue, and what this means for investors.

How to Invest during a Market Panic

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:56:33 -0800

Market volatility can cause investor panic. David Driscoll describes how investors can use this opportunity to their advantage.

Market Update: January 2008

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:39:33 -0800

Peter Sacks, Managing Partner at Toron, explains the details of the market volatility seen in the first 2 weeks of January and recommends the best strategy for investors during this time.

How to Deal with Recessions

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 12:54:32 -0800

What should you do when there's a market correction? David Driscoll outlines why it's important not to sell equities and how to come out on top even when the market goes down.

The U.S. Bond Market

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:26:14 -0800

November 2007 was an interesting month in the markets. Arthur Heinmaa discusses the decline in the US Bond Market and what it means for investors.

The Canadian Dollar at Parity

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 14:57:11 -0700

Peter Sacks, Managing Partner at Toron, discusses the recent rise of the Canadian Dollar and what this means to investors and businesses on both sides of the border.

August 2007: Market Shakeup

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 07:54:55 -0700

Arthur Heinmaa, Managing Partner, Toron, outlines why it's important to be an investor and not a trader, and reveals what to watch for after the August market shakeup, including when and where to find good investment opportunities.

August 2007: The Credit Crunch

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 07:54:16 -0700

Karl Berger, Toron Partner, discusses the development and effects of the credit crunch which caused market volatility in August 2007.