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There are more positive than negative aspects of the Q2 S&P 500 earnings season. But there are some nuances within the Information Technology sector data that we think call for restraint.

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.

The Federal Reserve held rates steady once again, but with the added wrinkle of a hawkish outlook—likely pushing back the timing of any rate cut even further.

Canada’s housing market showed further signs of recovery in June with home resales picking up for a third straight month on a monthly basis. But, prices remained lower overall with nationwide declines largely driven by softening in Ontario and British...

We discuss key factors that have pushed the S&P 500’s valuation back up to lofty levels and how investors should weigh this in the portfolio decision-making process.

Quarterly Commentary – June 30, 2025 After a turbulent start to April — marked by the U.S. President’s proclamation of “Liberation Day” on April 2 — pressure from corporate leaders, financial markets, and warnings from the bond market in the following...

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.

More prospective homebuyers are making their way back to Canada’s housing markets as some trade war fog dissipates—but it’s far from a stampede. Local real estate board statistics indicate transactions increased modestly between May and June in several...

Executive Summary Canada’s $30-billion supply management system has underpinned national food sovereignty and security for more than 50 years. Covering dairy, chicken, turkey and eggs, the system has ensured price and supply stability for food staples...