Spring is the season for new beginnings. Fresh buds bloom, animals awaken and the earth seems to come to life again. It is nevertheless a hopeful sign of positive things to come as we move through this challenging time. Below we have included many insightful audios, podcasts and market updates. We have also included Pia’s favorite Easter morning breakfast bite.
I hope this Easter brings you and your family more connected – whether it’s a phone call, text message or via Skype or Face Time. I am certainly feeling ever more grateful for the many blessings we enjoy.
Warm and sincere wishes to you and your family for a wonderful Easter weekend. Enjoy the spring sunshine.
GLOBAL INSIGHT
APR 7, 2020
A very different kind of crisis
The latest thoughts from RBC Wealth Management’s Global Portfolio Advisory Committee on how COVID-19 is impacting the economy and financial markets.
The economic consequences of COVID-19 are anything but clear-cut. Yet it’s not just the depth and duration of the downturn that matters. The key is how quickly the rebound occurs. And with equity markets bouncing back forcefully even as uncertainties swirl, investors should brace themselves for more volatility—both to the downside and upside.
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The path to recovery remains uncertain - An update w/ Jim Allworth
Mark Bayko and Jim Allworth, both members of the firm’s Global Portfolio Advisory Committee, provide an update on the outlook. Despite the view that significant uncertainty remains near-term with respect to the path towards economic recovery, they continue to believe the longer-term drivers of earnings and cash flows for successful businesses remain intact.
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The 10-Minute Take podcast provides insights from RBC economists and market experts on events unfolding around the globe.
The two latest editions include the following topics;
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A downturn like no other
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How Donald Trump's Fed became the world's central bank
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COVID cure? Watch for wishful thinking
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Health Crisis, Yes; Debt Crisis, No
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Produced by RBC Global Asset Management's Chief Economist Eric Lascelles
April 6-10, 2020
In this week’s #MacroMemo, we review the latest COVID-19 developments, including the U.S. regional story and skepticism around Chinese data. We also share our updated forecasts for GDP and unemployment, and more.
Wealth planning strategies during a market downturn
In an economic climate that is constantly evolving and changing, this article presents key wealth planning strategies that you can consider to manage your financial well-being during this period of heightened volatility.
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Low Carb Baked Ham and Egg Cups
These gluten-free egg “muffins” are the perfect Easter morning breakfast bite for everyone to enjoy.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 
- sliced ham
- shredded cheddar cheese
- eggs
- green onions
- salt & pepper
** You can added any vegetable - tomatoes, green peppers or crumble bacon.
Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Spray a muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
Place individual ham slices over each muffin cup and gently press down in the middle until a cup shape forms. In the bottom of each ham cup, add in about a tablespoon of shredded cheese.
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs together while stirring in the sliced green onions, salt and pepper to taste. Add a couple of tablespoons of the egg mixture into each of the ham cups. Place in oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
“Easter is the only time when it’s perfectly safe to put all of your eggs in one basket.”
∼Evan Esar