Canadian Market Round Up – 3/4/2005
A look back at this week's movers and shakers in the Canadian resources industry.
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Is Gold a Better Investment than Oil?
Despite the recent spike in oil prices, data shows that gold may still offer better long-term profits.
Foreign Buying of Treasuries Update – 3/4/2005
Will interest rates rise more slowly as foreigners up their buying of U.S. debt?
Ross Beaty’s Induction Interview
XL: Your career in mining is, in a word, remarkable. Did you pattern your approach to business after anyone in particular?
There are a number of people in this business that I respect, and that I have learned from, but I'd have to give credit to my father as a role model. He was an entrepreneur who built...
Roman Shklanka’s Induction Interview
XL: Thank you again for joining our Explorers' League, and welcome.
It's my pleasure to be able to participate.
XL: Let's start with your background. Where are you from-and what kind of name is "Shklanka"?
I was raised in Saskatchewan, but my family is from Ukraine. I'm told the name is actually Polish, though, and I...
Adolph Lundin’s Induction Interview
XL: Good morning, Mr. Lundin, we're honored to have you join the Explorers' League. You have quite a reputation and have earned a great deal of respect from the people we work with.
Thank you. I'm happy to be here.
XL: Let's start at the beginning. You studied engineering; can you tell us a little about what...
John Prochnau’s Induction Interview
XL: Thank you for agreeing to this interview and welcome to the Explorers' League.
JP: Thank you very much. It's my pleasure to talk with you and an honor to be invited. I really appreciate it and am flattered to be included.
XL: Looking at your CV, it seems the honor is on our side. It's...