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The market pullback will take time to play out. Planning for an eventual shift to defense beats a “hope for the best” approach.

Pressure points in the economy and markets were triggered, sweeping up equities into a global selloff. We look at the market’s supporting factors and how investors should tilt equity exposure in portfolios.

As expected, the Fed held off on a rate cut this week. But as policymakers await more economic data before a likely September rate cut, the data may already be signaling the central bank is too late.

You can preserve family harmony and your wishes for your estate with careful planning and open conversations. After spending their lives building wealth, most parents hope their legacy will provide their heirs security and enjoyment—not family strife...

Achieving a successful retirement is about more than reaching the podium of financial security that enables you to make this important life change. Your quality of life in retirement will also have a great deal to do with how you live your life and why...

The federal government’s new capital gains inclusion rates mean that, in certain circumstances, Canadians will now be paying more tax on their gains from capital asset transactions. For many investors, this will be a game – and net gain – changer. Here...

Canada The economy continued to struggle through the first half of the year, eking out only tepid growth while the employment picture continued to deteriorate. Canadian households are showing increasing signs of financial stress, as interest rate increases...

These strategies can help make family meetings an effective tool in wealth-transfer planning.

You can preserve family harmony and your wishes for your estate with careful planning and open conversations.