Global Insight Special Report

Tariffs: Bracing for market impact

The 2018–2019 U.S.-China trade conflict underscored how tariff uncertainty can dampen sentiment, depressing valuations even if the earnings impact turns out to be modest. Given an unusually wide range of potential tariff outcomes, what approach should investors take?

PDF link

Mobile-friendly link

Global Insight Special Report

Canada confronts U.S. protectionism

U.S. trade policy is taking a more restrictive turn with potential implications for Canada’s economy and equity market. For investors, we believe maintaining a disciplined approach and resisting knee-jerk reactions to headlines will be the best way to navigate through what could be repeated bouts of market volatility.

Mobile-friendly link / PDF link

U.S. tariffs on Canada take effect: What is the state of play?

U.S. tariffs on Canada take effect: What is the state of play?

 March 06, 2025 |Frances Donald and Cynthia Leach
The U.S. administration has implemented blanket tariffs on Canada and Mexico after a 30-day reprieve with 25% on all imports except 10% on Canadian energy. An additional 10% tariff on China is also planned. Canada has been hit with its largest trade shock...
Read more
How income splitting can create tax savings

How income splitting can create tax savings

 January 01, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

Find out what income splitting is, and how a prescribed rate loan strategy may be beneficial for you as part of tax planning.

Read more