Credit where credit is due?

Credit where credit is due?

September 05, 2024 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

Despite signs of a slowing economy, corporate bond issuance kicked off the month at a record pace. We look at how the market has absorbed the new debt and what factors are likely to drive bond performance ahead.

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Video: Bank of Canada cuts again in September. Here’s what to know.

Video: Bank of Canada cuts again in September. Here’s what to know.

September 05, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management

The Bank of Canada lowered its benchmark interest rate to 4.25%, citing continued easing in broad inflationary pressures.

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Fed rate cuts on the horizon

Fed rate cuts on the horizon

August 30, 2024 |Joseph Wu, CFA

As U.S. rate cuts near, history shows stocks and bonds often perform well after the Fed starts easing cycles, with equities showing greater variability. Given mixed economic signals, the focus should be on quality in portfolio positioning.

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No free rein: The realities of U.S. presidential power

August 27, 2024 |Kelly Bogdanova

While the U.S. president certainly has great influence, the formal and informal checks and balances built into the government’s structure still matter, and investors shouldn’t let election noise get in the way of sound portfolio management.

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Generative artificial intelligence: enablers and adopters

Generative artificial intelligence: enablers and adopters

August 23, 2024 |Frédérique Carrier

GenAI will likely have far-ranging repercussions on the economy, sectors, and business functions. We look at the potential impact and explore investment strategies we expect to benefit from the new era.

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North American labour markets: Past the point of no return?

North American labour markets: Past the point of no return?

August 16, 2024 |Josh Nye

Recession risks have risen slightly as labour markets in the U.S. and Canada have cooled. We’re not past the point of no return, but investors should evaluate defensive options in their portfolios.

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Global equity: Offense still on the field; defense ready for the call

Global equity: Offense still on the field; defense ready for the call

August 09, 2024 |Jim Allworth

The market pullback will take time to play out. Planning for an eventual shift to defense beats a “hope for the best” approach.

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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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Are low bank valuations a reason to buy the sector?

Are low bank valuations a reason to buy the sector?

July 20, 2023 |Frédérique Carrier

As valuations have become compelling, is now the time for investors to add bank exposure to portfolios?

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Recession or not, perspective is called for

June 30, 2023 |The Global Portfolio Advisory Committee

Our Midyear Outlook argues for patience while financial markets work through persistent challenges.

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