Derek Dedman
July 23, 2018
Published by Michael Ball at July 23, 2018
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Stocks have regained some of their lost ground since the correction in February, with Canada and the U.S. seeing low, but positive, market returns year-to-date. Yields were up in both countries thanks to rate hikes, and oil continued its upward momentum. Deteriorating trade relations have, however, led to a weaker […]
June 19, 2018
Published by Richard Coffin at June 19, 2018
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Threat of a “trade war” has made the headlines lately. It started with President Trump’s tariffs on China, aimed at pressuring that country to allow more American investment and discourage further abuses of intellectual property. Now it’s hit us. Steel and aluminum tariffs, from which Canada was initially exempt, are […]
May 17, 2018
Published by Richard Coffin at May 17, 2018
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Enterprising Investor – Keep It Simple: 11 Rules for Equity Valuations The job of investing can feel larger than life at times. Every day, new companies, rules, and securities emerge adding layers of complexity to an already saturated system. Look no further than cryptocurrencies as an example of how financial […]
May 8, 2018
Published by Michael Ball at May 8, 2018
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WDS wishes to congratulate Derek, as well as every notable 2018 winner. You are all stand-outs as Ottawa’s next generation of leaders. Every great achievement is done slowly through a series of little steps. No one hands you a road map with directions, especially for a self-made person like Derek. His […]
April 6, 2018
Published by Derek Dedman at April 6, 2018
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It’s been a rough start to 2018. Stocks fell in the first quarter in Canada and the U.S., while both countries’ long-term bond yields increased. The Canadian dollar took a hit, falling 2.4% as NAFTA negotiations with Mexico and the U.S. continue. Oil prices saw strong appreciation. Gold ended the […]
February 26, 2018
Published by Derek Dedman at February 26, 2018
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GuruFocus – How Warren Buffett Acts in a Flash Crash Just recently, we saw what is technically defined as a “correction”; the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped just over 10% between January 26th and February 8th. While it can be nerve racking to watch your stocks slump, times like these […]
January 25, 2018
Published by Derek Dedman at January 25, 2018
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After a sub-par start, Canadian equities played quick catch-up. U.S. stocks had robust returns, though lowered substantially by the loonie’s surge. Short-term interest rates are rising, in Canada and the U.S. Oil broke out of its slump ending higher than analysts’ forecasts. Gold experienced redemption in 2017, too. Read more […]
November 20, 2017
Published by Derek Dedman at November 20, 2017
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A Checklist for Trusting Management (GuruFocus). Great companies come in different shapes and sizes, with varying strengths and capabilities, but something that stands out as an absolute must across all sectors and industries is a responsible and proactive management team. The actions of those at the top will determine whether […]
April 3, 2017
Published by Derek Dedman at April 3, 2017
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Almost two years to the day since Derek joined WDS, we’re excited to tell you about our latest addition, Richard Coffin. WDS recognizes that we are in a people business and must attract talent to continue delivering top-notch wealth management services to you. As we grow, we need to add […]
June 27, 2016
Published by Derek Dedman at June 27, 2016
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We aren’t. There are more than enough experts to tell us what will and won’t happen after the UK voted to leave the European Union. Many are the same voices—only days ago—who vehemently predicted a stay victory. Newspaper, radio and TV headlines speak of stock market declines around the globe; […]