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Mixed message

May 25, 2023 |Joseph Wu, CFA

Some recent data suggest the global economic expansion is intact, while other clues indicate caution is warranted. What does that mean for investors?

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Not out of the woods

May 11, 2023 |Kelly Bogdanova

The U.S. equity market is purring along, but the threat of market volatility remains. We look at three lingering risks investors should keep in mind.

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A recession is here – but not that kind

April 13, 2023 |Kelly Bogdanova

While investors have been debating about an economic recession, an earnings recession has already settled in. We examine how this may play out.

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Audio commentary: investment outlook and implications for investors

April 12, 2023 |Jim Allworth & Mark Bayko
Mark Bayko and Jim Allworth from the Global Portfolio Advisory Committee discuss recent economic and market developments, the outlook ahead, and the need for reassessing investors’ risk appetites. Listen here (approximately 25-minute duration). Related...
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Federal budget 2023: Key measures that may have a direct impact on you

March 29, 2023 |RBC Family Office Services

We analyze the latest proposed federal budget measures, and the effect they may have on you.

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Will the market volatility that came in like a lion go out like a lamb?

March 24, 2023 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

We look at the implications of the Fed’s latest rate hike and whether broad market volatility brought on by the banking stress can continue to fade.

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China’s reopening: Facts and forecasts

March 02, 2023 |Jasmine Duan

Post-pandemic activity is surprising to the upside, and we think more is in store for the economy.

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What Are GICs And Why Is Everyone Talking About Them

February 24, 2023 |the Inspired Investor team

Thinking of adding GICs to your investments? Here are four things to know about how they work.

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As the U.S. hits the debt ceiling, what’s next for financial markets?

January 20, 2023 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

While a U.S. default is exceedingly unlikely, what are the costs of political brinkmanship for global financial markets?

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What’s ahead for investors as economic trends change in 2023?

January 12, 2023 |Joseph Wu, CFA

As economic trends shift, we believe 2023 will be characterized by continued volatility and in some cases, periods of risk-on market action.

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