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More sellers, fewer buyers take pressure off housing prices in Canada

October 05, 2023 |Robert Hogue
The most striking trend that emerged in recent months has been the return of sellers to the housing market. September was a case in point where new listings increased sequentially in all major markets (for which early reports from local real estate boards...
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Signs of reacceleration in Canadian inflation in August

Signs of reacceleration in Canadian inflation in August

September 20, 2023 |Claire Fan and Abbey Xu
Higher prices at the pump pushed Canadian headline inflation rate up. Food costs are still high but growing at a slower pace. Mortgage interest costs continue to drive a disproportionate share of headline price growth. But the Bank of Canada’s preferred...
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U.S. inflation picked up in August on surging energy prices

U.S. inflation picked up in August on surging energy prices

September 18, 2023 |Claire Fan and Abbey Xu

RBC Economics provides a monthly analysis of the key indicators on price trends in the United States.

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Are low bank valuations a reason to buy the sector?

Are low bank valuations a reason to buy the sector?

July 20, 2023 |Frédérique Carrier

As valuations have become compelling, is now the time for investors to add bank exposure to portfolios?

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Recession or not, perspective is called for

June 30, 2023 |The Global Portfolio Advisory Committee

Our Midyear Outlook argues for patience while financial markets work through persistent challenges.

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Deciphering the Fed’s policy picture

May 04, 2023 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

With a paint-by-numbers policy decision, the Fed missed an opportunity to express itself more freely. And the market reaction this week reflects that.

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Dementia: Prepare, plan and prosper

February 06, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

Early diagnosis can help you plan for the journey ahead

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Community living as we age

February 06, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

Age-friendly communities can help you age at home and live independently

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Care, cost and choice: What does your home transition plan look like?

February 06, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

Retirement residences today have many care options and a host of amenities

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The Meh-conomy & Matterhorn-sized risks: 12 themes for a fragmented world

January 23, 2023 |John Stackhouse

The skies above Davos were unusually cloudy during the World Economic Forum. The annual winter gathering, on the other hand, had unusual bursts of sun.

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