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Creating opportunity in adversity

The global financial crisis is having a huge impact on the environment in which your business is operating.

Market capitalization and asset valuations are declining. Energy and commodity prices are fluctuating. Environmental and political issues are contributing to adverse business pressures. Gaps in power between developed and emerging countries are narrowing.

Despite unprecedented government intervention to boost spending and restore confidence, most businesses are bracing themselves for even tougher conditions ahead.

But in these difficult times lie opportunities – and Ernst & Young’s global network of professionals can help you discover them for your business. Whether your organization is strong and healthy, under stress or facing difficult choices, we work with you to find financial, strategic and operational solutions that improve your liquidity, financial flexibility and stakeholder returns. We’re here to help you build a sustainable business – in the short and long term.

Canadian insurers well positioned despite challenging year ahead

The Canadian insurance industry faces a challenging climate, but there are opportunities for success — if insurers make the right moves in 2012. Here's what Canadian insurers will need to focus on to remain competitive in 2012.

Fifty-two percent of oil and gas companies focused on growth in 2012

Growth agendas trump survival strategies for more than half of global oil and gas companies in 2012, according to our fifth Global Capital Confidence Barometer - Oil & Gas.

Executives set sights on emerging markets, but Canadians remain cautious

Nearly 40% of companies worldwide plan to shift some foreign investment from developed to emerging markets within five years, according to the latest Economist Intelligence Unit paper, Canada in a Globalized Economy: an investment perspective, sponsored by Ernst & Young.

Eighty-eight percent of Canadians believe country’s culture encourages entrepreneurship

Canadian entrepreneurs’ new business registrations outperform all mature market G20 countries, according to our latest report, Entrepreneurs speak out: a call to action for G20 governments.

2011–12 Tax risk and controversy survey: a new era of global risk and uncertainty

With converging trends creating the riskiest tax controversy environment in years, 56% of Canadian companies have already seen a rise in the volume or aggressiveness of tax audits, according to our new survey. And C-suite executives must understand the full implications to navigate this uncharted territory effectively.

For budget-minded holiday shoppers, it’s all about price

As market volatility and economic uncertainty continue to make headlines, retailers are facing major obstacles going into the critical holiday shopping season.

Rapid-growth markets: fast-tracking to importance

Working in global markets isn’t new. But the increased competition for global consumers is. How can you stay ahead? We explore in our first rapid-growth markets forecast.

Is the Eurozone heading
back into recession?
A further slowdown of the global economy could mean a return to recession for the Eurozone and less investment and recruitment from the business community. We explore these and other potential implications in our new Eurozone Forecast.

EY Insights: our best thinking goes mobile
EY Insights: our best thinking goes mobile
Find insights into your business issues on your mobile device with EY Insights, our new thought leadership app.

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