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Expectations that central banks will lower interest rates in the coming months have moderated recently. Meanwhile, the global equity market is off to a reasonably good start this year, driven once again by the U.S. market and large-cap technology stocks...

North American equity markets have continued to push higher through the first month of the year. Given the anticipation for lower interest rates, all eyes remain focused on the world's central banks. This past week, the Bank of Canada decided to maintain...

Happy new year. Market action in the first few weeks has been relatively muted, contrasting with the strong gains witnessed towards the end of last year. This moderation can be attributed to a string of slightly stronger global economic data, prompting...

It is hard to believe, but 2023 is coming to an end. Fortunately, both global equity and bond markets appear to be finishing the year on a strong note. This strength can be attributed primarily to two factors. First, the rate of inflation continues to...

The month of November finished on a high note, marking one of the best months this year for global equity and fixed income markets. This strength reflects growing confidence that inflationary pressures are easing, central banks are largely finished with...

We analyze the 2023 Fall Economic Statement and outline the tax and support measures that may impact Canadians and their families.

All eyes have been focused on the Middle East over the past couple of weeks as the region has seen a sharp escalation in tensions following the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel and the subsequent military onslaught in Gaza. Our thoughts are first and...

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...

Global equity markets have given back some of their year-to-date gains so far in September while government bond yields have moved noticeably higher in recent weeks. The market action can be attributed to mixed economic signals and messaging from central...