David Dittman

avid Dittman is managing editor of KCI Communications, overseeing a world-class team of editors and analysts who share a common goal: providing individual investors with sound advice and market intelligence across a wide range of sectors. Whether the focus is on opportunities in emerging markets or energy and utilities markets, David makes sure that all of our publications fulfill this goal and meet our readers’ high expectations.

David is also associate editor of Roger Conrad’s Canadian Edge, where his valuable contributions on economic, regulatory and legislative changes north of the border help subscribers make informed decisions about investing in high dividend-paying Canadian royalty trusts. He also serves as co-editor of Maple Leaf Memo, a free e-zine that provides regular updates on Canadian market conditions.

David earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, San Diego, and a juris doctor from Villanova University.

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QE2 or Not QE2

By David Dittman
August 20, 2010
On the Money

Whatever label it bears, the Fed’s decision to roll maturing debt securities into US Treasuries is a sign that sustainable economic growth is elusive, absent extraordinary policy measures.

The Wealth of Sovereigns

By David Dittman, Elliott H. Gue, Yiannis G. Mostrous
July 23, 2010
Web Exclusive Advisory

The rise of sovereign wealth funds is just one sign of the changing balance of power in the world economy. Influence is shifting away from Western industrialized countries to emerging China and the Gulf Cooperation Council states.

Canada's Oil Sands Bonanza

The demise of offshore drilling is a major plus for Canada’s oil sands.

Big Returns from Roads and Rails

In the May 7 issue of Canadian Edge, PF Associate Editors Roger Conrad and David Dittman examined what Canada’s rails, roads and airways are telling us about the outlook for the nation’s economy. So what is the data telling them? Mainly, that the recession is over. And while business is coming back only slowly, sector leaders are gathering strength.

Green Acres: The Places to Be

The key to feeding a rising global population is to boost crop yields. Here’s how to reap profits.

The Fear: It Burns

By David Dittman
May 21, 2010
On the Money

One day we’ll look back on the Flash Crash as the greatest buying opportunity of our time. Meanwhile, stick with income-generating stocks backed by solid businesses.

Beyond the BRIC

As a group Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia and South Africa defy easy nicknaming via acronym.
Nevertheless, farsighted investors will appreciate their significant growth potential.

The Great Game on Ice

By David Dittman
May 7, 2010
On the Money

The US Geological Survey calls the offshore Arctic the biggest unexplored area for potential petroleum reserves left on Earth. Melting ice has set the stage for a curious new aspect of the perpetual geopolitical struggle: the competition for Arctic gas and oil.

Canada's New Income Kings

That blinding light from the north is the explosive conversion of yesterday’s Canadian income trusts into a new breed of high-dividend-paying companies.

Energy Speculation: Tilting at Windmills with the CFTC

By David Dittman
April 23, 2010
On the Money

Federal efforts to address abuses in the commodities futures market are noble but poorly focused. The real “enemy” in the energy market is long-term supply and demand metrics.