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More sellers, fewer buyers take pressure off housing prices in Canada

 October 05, 2023 |Robert Hogue
The most striking trend that emerged in recent months has been the return of sellers to the housing market. September was a case in point where new listings increased sequentially in all major markets (for which early reports from local real estate boards...
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Signs of reacceleration in Canadian inflation in August

Signs of reacceleration in Canadian inflation in August

 September 20, 2023 |Claire Fan and Abbey Xu
Higher prices at the pump pushed Canadian headline inflation rate up. Food costs are still high but growing at a slower pace. Mortgage interest costs continue to drive a disproportionate share of headline price growth. But the Bank of Canada’s preferred...
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U.S. inflation picked up in August on surging energy prices

U.S. inflation picked up in August on surging energy prices

 September 18, 2023 |Claire Fan and Abbey Xu

RBC Economics provides a monthly analysis of the key indicators on price trends in the United States.

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Financial elder abuse: Five common signs

Financial elder abuse: Five common signs

 June 15, 2023 |RBC Royal Trust

How to spot the signs and stop the growing threat of elder abuse.

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Estate planning: Report reveals many Canadians are not prepared

 May 18, 2023 |RBC Wealth Management

Many Canadians have not created a Will, appointed a power of attorney or started estate planning. Learn about the survey conducted to find out why.

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Matters beyond wealth

Leaving a lasting legacy for your kids and grandkids

 May 10, 2023 |Leanne Kaufman

Exploring estate planning and legacy considerations for grandparents, including navigating intergenerational family dynamics

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Six steps to help keep your brain healthy

 April 28, 2023 |Leanne Kaufman, President and CEO, RBC Royal Trust

Learn why brain health for women matters, including tools and resources to help you develop better habits to keep your brain healthy

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David Chilton

Video: Does your executor have financial skills? Why the Wealthy Barber thinks they should

 April 26, 2023 |David Chilton

Will and estate planning tips for multiple generations

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The Last Word: The legacy of literacy

 April 13, 2023 |Counsellor Quarterly – Spring 2023
Investing in our children’s financial knowledge can build a legacy that pays dividends for years to come For many of us, our teenage years included “The Talk” with Mom, Dad or both. As awkward and uncomfortable as that conversation could be, there are...
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Three ways to leave a legacy through charitable giving

 April 13, 2023 |Counsellor Quarterly – Spring 2023
Take a proactive approach to make the most of your family’s charitable legacy As Canadians, we support causes important to us in many ways, whether it’s by giving our time, expertise, or money. But charitable giving is something that we often leave until...
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The Global Investment Outlook

Economic data has been resilient, recession risks have diminished, and inflation has cooled sufficiently for central banks to consider cutting policy rates at some point this year. In this environment, sovereign bonds are appealing, and while stocks have surged as investors embraced the improved odds of an economic soft landing, demanding valuations in U.S. large-cap stocks may limit upside potential.

This Global Investment Outlook includes:

  • The recommended mix of cash, fixed income instruments, and equities.
  • The recommended global exposure of fixed income and equity portfolios.
  • The optimal term structure for fixed income investments.
  • The suggested sector and geographic make-up within equity portfolios.
  • The preferred exposure to major currencies.

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