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What’s calmed markets during the banking stress?

March 31, 2023 |Kelly Bogdanova

We see four reasons why the stock market has punched through the turbulence and give our thoughts on the main risks from here.

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A crisis for a few banks is not a banking crisis

March 24, 2023 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

Several factors distinguish the recent turmoil from the 2008–09 crisis. We discuss U.S. policymakers’ current approach, and the risks for investors in U.S. banks.

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Will the market volatility that came in like a lion go out like a lamb?

March 24, 2023 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

We look at the implications of the Fed’s latest rate hike and whether broad market volatility brought on by the banking stress can continue to fade.

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Audio Commentary: Knock-on effects from SVB’s collapse

March 20, 2023 |Kelly Bogdanova & Tylar Lunke

Kelly and Tylar talk about the current stress in the financial system and the wider implications for the U.S. economy and equity market.

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Could struggling banks drag down the economy?

March 17, 2023 |Kelly Bogdanova

The Silicon Valley Bank collapse brought financial system stresses to the surface. We look at knock-on effects and economic and market implications.

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Silicon Valley Bank collapse: Reverberations and reactions

March 13, 2023 |Kelly Bogdanova

As SVB’s demise roils markets, we examine the regulators’ fast action and what the “costs” of that may be, as well as implications for Fed rate hikes.

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Why the Fed is sounding more hawkish—and should it be?

March 09, 2023 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

As the Fed signals more rate hikes ahead, we look at the prospects for further aggressive tightening and whether the Fed may be missing the mark.

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How women are giving back to support small business

March 08, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

We encourage women to embrace investing and philanthropy and to seek advice to ensure it aligns with their values and passions.

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China’s reopening: Facts and forecasts

March 02, 2023 |Jasmine Duan

Post-pandemic activity is surprising to the upside, and we think more is in store for the economy.

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Is the UK-EU trade deal a turning point for UK equities?

March 02, 2023 |Frédérique Carrier

Will the potential for a more constructive approach to UK-EU relations help restore investors’ interest in the UK’s undervalued equity market?

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