The coming year

Here are my top ten predictions for 2017.

1. The TSE will end the year up 7 percent.
2. The Raptors will make the playoffs but not win the NBA title.
3. The Jays will have a so-so year, win 78 games, but not make the playoffs.
4. WTI crude oil price will rise to US$75 per barrel.
5. Donald Trump will be a better president than many fear.
6. Vladimir Putin will expand his influence and Russia’s territory.
7. The C$ will sink to US68 cents.
8. Kevin O’Leary will be chosen leader of the Conservative Party.
9. Europe will continue to unravel.
10. We will survive. Somehow.