Market Moves
Why the Market’s Breadth Might Mean a Downdraft After All
Wide dispersion in stock sectors suggests a slide ahead, says Sam Stovall, citing market history.
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Asset Allocation
Greater Breadth Will Pull Stocks Out of Sideways Pattern, Stovall Says
As the tech stars dim, other sectors are charging upward, thus triggering the next breakout, CFRA sage declares.
Corporate Moves
CDPQ Takes Greater Stake in Energy Firm Énergir with $1.14 Billion Transaction
The firm is expanding and diversifying its business into renewables across North America, the Quebec allocator said.
Market Moves
How China’s Metal Price Crackdown Could Thwart the Commodities Surge
Price rises in raw materials have excited hopes for a new super-cycle. Might those be dashed?
Newsmakers
Britt Harris: Millennials Are Defined by Enduring Tough Economic Times
Gen Y folks are five years behind Baby Boomers financially at a comparable age, renowned UTIMCO chief laments.
Alternatives
News From Davos: New Market Needed for Carbon Removal, Says Top Microsoft Exec
The business of reducing carbon will enjoy the ‘full weight of capitalism,’ Brad Smith argues.
Alternatives
CDPQ, Cathay Take 50% Stake in Taiwanese Wind Farm
The deal amounts to a $2.7 billion transaction.
Alternatives
CDPQ to Invest $1 Billion into Wind and Solar Firm Invenergy
The Quebec pension fund hopes the funding will cement the renewable firm’s industry-leading position in North America.
Asset Allocation
How Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy Impacts Equity Markets
JPMorgan report says the impact of climate transition across and within sectors is likely to vary significantly.
Renewables’ Biggest Obstacle to Being Good Long-Term Investments?
A lack of decent battery storage capability. The race is on to improve that, though.
Alternatives
CDPQ Expands into Renewable Energy Infrastructure in Spain
The Canadian pension plan continues its growth in sustainable investments around the globe.
How the Changing Energy Picture Affects Investments
The differing trajectories for oil, gas, coal, and renewables pose a complex opportunity for investors. Here’s what you need to know.
Asset Management Culture
Oxford University Bans Fossil Fuel Investments
The endowment’s allocation to the energy sector has already been significantly reduced to 2.6% of its portfolio.
Risk
University of Texas Endowment Oil Money In Jeopardy
Top official of university organization that manages mineral rights for the endowment calls for Texas oil production cuts.
Market Moves
Energy Stocks Are Doomed, Warns Savant Jeremy Grantham
GMO co-founder, a climate change activist, compares their paltry returns to the S&P 500’s tripling over 10 years.