Federal budget 2025: A summary of key measures that may impact you

November 05, 2025 |RBC Family Office Services

We outline some of the proposed federal budget measures, and the effect they may have on Canadians and their families.

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September 2025 Market Outlook and Team News

September 18, 2025 |Lisa Thompson Family Wealth
Central banks took center stage this week as both the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada cut rates by 0.25% today. These long-anticipated moves mark a clear pivot toward more accommodative policy after an extended period of restraint. Coupled...
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Fed rate cut buys U.S. time, but no quick fix to debt

September 18, 2025 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

One clear winner from the Fed’s 25 basis point rate cut was the U.S. Treasury, which can roll over maturing debt at lower costs. Lower rates alone, however, are unlikely to make the country’s fiscal policy sustainable.

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Transmission framework: How tariffs will flow through the U.S. economy

Transmission framework: How tariffs will flow through the U.S. economy

August 06, 2025 |Frances Donald and Mike Reid

As U.S. tariff policy continues to evolve, investors are facing more questions than answers. RBC Economics provides a roadmap on when and where tariffs will start to impact the U.S.

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One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

July 18, 2025 |Kelly Bogdanova

President Trump’s mega-legislation brings pro-growth, investor- and business-friendly measures but also puts greater strain on the already very high federal debt. We look at the highlights and lowlights before assessing the potential economic impact.

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“Big and beautiful” or not?

“Big and beautiful” or not?

June 06, 2025 |Kelly Bogdanova

With the centerpiece of U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic agenda winding its way through Congress, we examine what’s of key interest to markets and investors, before noting why the ultimate outcome of the bill is likely to look different.

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December Insights: Economic Shifts, Community Impact & Health Inspiration

November 27, 2024 |Saurav Arora
In this edition, some common myths surrounding the U.S. national debt are debunked by Global Portfolio Advisory Committee of RBC Wealth Management, shedding light on the facts that are often misunderstood. By examining the true impact of national debt...
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