Bank of Canada cuts by 50 bps, signals more gradual approach to follow

Bank of Canada cuts by 50 bps, signals more gradual approach to follow

December 11, 2024 |Claire Fan
The Bottom Line: As expected, the Bank of Canada (BoC) cut the overnight rate by another 50 bps to 3.25% on Wednesday, right to the top end of the BoC’s “neutral” range estimate (2.25% – 3.25%). Macklem’s opening statement made clear that with interest...
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Global Insight 2025 Outlook: Canada

Global Insight 2025 Outlook: Canada

December 03, 2024 |Sunny Singh, CFA, and Josh Nye

Despite potential headwinds, we are generally constructive on Canadian markets, though we expect less outperformance in credit.

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The end of China’s challenging chapter?

The end of China’s challenging chapter?

October 31, 2024 |Frédérique Carrier

China’s economy is struggling. A coordinated stimulus to curb the crippling housing crisis and support local governments is being announced. We explore the measures undertaken and contemplated and their potential implications for portfolios.

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The price of Fed rate cut success is steep, but not too steep

The price of Fed rate cut success is steep, but not too steep

October 02, 2024 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

The Fed has finally aggressively lowered interest rates. While a steeper yield curve reflects the market’s optimism that rate cuts will shore up the economic outlook, further steepness could be a sign the Fed will cut rates deeply, likely due to a re

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Positioning for inflation shocks

Positioning for inflation shocks

February 16, 2024 |Sean Killin

Geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty are driving inflation risks. We look at the potential role of fixed income in portfolio positioning.

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Keeping You Informed – Online 2023 RRSP Contribution Deadline is February 26, 2024

February 07, 2024 |Joanne Livingston
The RRSP contribution deadline of February 29th, 2024, is fast approaching us for the 2023 tax year! If you plan on making an online contribution, February 26th is the last day the request can be submitted for the funds to be processed in time for the...
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Keeping You Informed – Happy New Year, it’s time for 2024 TFSA and RESP Contributions

January 17, 2024 |Joanne Livingston
Happy New Year! As always, the beginning of the year marks the opportunity to contribute to your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Registered Education Savings Account (RESP). As of January 1st, 2024, the annual limit for TFSA contributions has increased...
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