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The US markets had a rough Monday August 5th, experiencing the largest one day drop in 2019. This was on the back of news that China allowed its currency to decline through key support levels. One of the great things about being at RBC Dominion Securities...

Finally summer is underway and I’m sure we’re all happy to bask in the sunshine! Where the stock market is concerned, this time of year is often thought to be a period of little to no activity. Interestingly, this has not been the case for the last couple...

Over the years I have often been asked by clients about the possibility of getting into a US Initial Public Offering (IPO), ahead of a company going public. It’s usually because there’s a lot of press surrounding this event; coupled with the feeling that...

I’ve read with interest, the most recent Public Policy Forum (PPF) report. The purpose of this publication is to discuss Canada’s competitiveness and why it matters. It takes us on a journey through significant issues such as where we stand globally and...

As we near the end of the first quarter of 2019, I surmise that we’re all breathing a little easier, as the markets have improved dramatically. As of March 15th (year-to-date) the TSX is up +12.7% and the S&P500 +12.6%. The 12-month return numbers are:...

After a punishing 4th quarter (not just in Canada but globally), it has been a refreshing and much needed relief to witness the substantial market rebound in January. As of Friday Jan 25th, the S&P/TSX is back up +7.3% & the S&P500 is up +6.3%. If you...

As you are no doubt aware, global stock markets have continued to experience selling pressure. The S&P500 is down over 13% from its September highs and off almost 7% in December alone. All major global equity indices are in negative territory for the...