Daily Archives: May 8, 2020

Good watch: Spectacle with Elvis Costello

This show was a UK/Canadian production of twenty 50-minute episodes over two seasons 2008-2010.   They are now available on YouTube.  Two of my favourites are below: Diana Krall with Elton John, and The Police.  All offer a nice break from … Continue reading

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Roubini reviews big themes and persistent headwinds

Nouriel is now using my “spend less, save more” phrase to summarize transitioning financial behaviour…just one of the key themes for a slow economic road and ‘delusional’ stock markets at present levels.  There’s no question that his macro grasp is … Continue reading

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CBC: Re-opening in the new normal–not business as usual

As we move to re-open the economy, a new normal unfolds for many businesses. It’s not certain that ‘everyone’s going to be rushing out their door’ to spend in conventional ways, says Frances Donald, chief economist for Manulife Investment Management.  … Continue reading

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