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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...

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.

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.

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.

Client Letter - April 4th, 2025

April 04, 2025 |Lauren Irwin

Global equity markets fell more sharply this week following the revelation from the U.S. administration that its reciprocal tariffs will be much broader and larger than most investors expected. The “Liberation Day” announcement raised the spectre of a...

Navigating the Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canada

April 04, 2025 |RBC Wealth Management Canada

Turning the Tables: How Canada can shake off the U.S. softwood lumber dispute and grow the sector

March 28, 2025 |Ajay Nandalall

Canada’s intractable softwood lumber dispute with the U.S. has long cast a shadow over the country’s promising forestry sector. However, reimagining its potential, building a value-added industry, and seeking new markets could be the playbook that Canada...

Canada’s housing market retreats amid trade war

March 19, 2025 |Robert Hogue

The threat of U.S. tariffs has become top of mind for those considering buying or selling a home in Canada. Concerns about the significant damage that hefty tariffs would inflict on the economy prompted many buyers and sellers to hit pause in February—leading...

Give your portfolio a raise! The importance of regularly increasing your investment plan to help grow your wealth

February 12, 2025 |Portfolio Advisor – Winter 2025

Regular investing is a great way to build wealth over time. But it isn't just about consistency – it's about growing your contributions to at least match the rate of inflation and thereby building wealth faster and more effectively. Let's explore why...

Five key areas of wealth planning

February 12, 2025 |Portfolio Advisor – Winter 2025

With the new year well on its way, it’s a great time to continue considering your wealth goals and plans. From establishing, reviewing, or refreshing your goals and priorities, to considering what risks or opportunities you want to address, we can help...

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Global Insight Monthly

Global Insight 2026 Outlook

Around the World in 80 Seconds

Recognizing the early signs of dementia

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

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

Client Letter - April 4th, 2025

Navigating the Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canada

Turning the Tables: How Canada can shake off the U.S. softwood lumber dispute and grow the sector

Canada’s housing market retreats amid trade war

Give your portfolio a raise! The importance of regularly increasing your investment plan to help grow your wealth

Five key areas of wealth planning

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