Insights

The month of September proved to be challenging for global investors, with increased volatility and declines in prices across most sectors. Notably, the technology sector, a standout performer for most of the year, wasn’t immune as it too fell victim...

Recent signs of a cooling Canadian economy led the Bank of Canada to hold interest rates steady this week, as anticipated. Canada's GDP for the second quarter fell short of forecasts, though factors such as the port strike and wildfires were partly to...

It has been a busy start to the summer. The Bank of Canada raised interest rates as expected. Inflation figures in the U.S. suggest pricing pressures continue to ease. Meanwhile, the second quarter earnings season has officially begun. We also recently...

Our thoughts go out to all those that have been affected by several wildfires across provinces from coast to coast. On the investment front, investors have been predictably preoccupied with the U.S. debt ceiling. Fortunately, a deal has been agreed upon...

First and foremost, our thoughts are with the thousands of people who have been affected by the devastating wildfires in Alberta. On the investment side, the U.S. debt ceiling has been front and centre. While it hasn’t resulted in significant volatility...

Global markets have been relatively calm and remain near their highs for the year. Despite the quiet market action, it’s been a rather busy period with developments that are worthy of updates. The first quarter earnings season has come and is nearly gone...

Volatility has resurfaced over the past month. It’s been most evident in the bond market, with yields having moved meaningfully higher (and prices lower), reaching levels seen in November of last year. The move on the equity side has been less pronounced...

First and foremost, we want to acknowledge the devastating earthquake that took place in Turkey and Syria. Our hearts and prayers go out to all those impacted by this disaster. On the investment front, investors may be feeling somewhat confused given...