What does greater defence spending mean for Canada’s economy?

What does greater defence spending mean for Canada’s economy?

July 03, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management
A NATO laggard no more—is the message the federal government revealed on Monday when it announced a big increase in defence funding for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The move will see Canada meet the 2% NATO spending target it agreed to work towards almost...
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Critical Capital: How Canada can tap foreign investment for its mineral riches

Critical Capital: How Canada can tap foreign investment for its mineral riches

June 04, 2025 |RBC Thought Leadership
Key Points More than 100 mineral projects, valued at $107 billion, are at various stages of development in Canada over the next ten years. Unlocking that potential requires diversified capital flow, both domestic and foreign, for Canada to emerge as a...
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Why women need to be more proactive with their brain health

Why women need to be more proactive with their brain health

May 21, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

While Canadian women tend to live about five years longer than men, research shows females account for about 70 percent of people living with dementia and brain-aging diseases.

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Weathering the storm: 5 “shields” to help protect against market volatility

Weathering the storm: 5 “shields” to help protect against market volatility

May 15, 2025 |Portfolio Advisor – Spring 2025
Market volatility is an inevitable part of investing, but that doesn't mean you have to watch helplessly as your portfolio value fluctuates. When markets decline, it is usually driven by underlying economic circumstances that cause investors to worry...
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Beyond the glitter: Five reasons to consider gold in your investment portfolio

Beyond the glitter: Five reasons to consider gold in your investment portfolio

May 15, 2025 |Portfolio Advisor – Spring 2025
Gold continues to play a vital role in modern investment portfolios, offering unique benefits that complement traditional assets. For Canadian investors seeking to enhance their investment strategy and portfolio, here are five compelling reasons to consider...
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Globetrotting

Globetrotting

May 15, 2025 |Portfolio Advisor – Spring 2025
Investment markets beyond North America are abound with opportunities for investors. And diversifying geographically and across various markets can have important risk management and return benefits. Here are five reasons why investors should consider...
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Around the World in 80 Seconds

Around the World in 80 Seconds

May 15, 2025 |Portfolio Advisor – Spring 2025
Canada Canada's economy shows mixed signals in early 2025, with February GDP contracting 0.2% month-over-month, driven by declines in both the goods-producing and services sectors. Mining, oil/gas extraction and construction led the downturn, while finance/insurance...
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Recognizing the early signs of dementia

Recognizing the early signs of dementia

May 13, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management

It can be hard to spot the early signs of dementia versus normal age-related memory loss. If dementia is diagnosed, there are steps caregivers can take to help support loved ones.

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Canada’s building homes fast─but for how long?

May 07, 2025 |Robert Hogue

Slumping pre-construction sales are slowing the flow of units entering the pipeline and this could have negative consequences for supply growth in the medium to longer term.

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Canada’s path ahead: Six economic challenges facing the new federal government

Canada’s path ahead: Six economic challenges facing the new federal government

May 01, 2025 |Frances Donald and Cynthia Leach

As Canada forms a new government, we break down some of the key economic issues the country faces.

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