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S&P 500 rally: When a rising tide lifts some boats more than others

Dec 05, 2025 | Kelly Bogdanova

The rally in 2025 and throughout the longer bull market cycle has been uneven with the largest of large-cap stocks dominating. Key charts illustrate this phenomenon, and we discuss how to factor this into portfolio strategies.

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More but less

Dec 02, 2025 | Jim Allworth

After three consecutive years of strong gains for most equity markets, nothing historically rules out a fourth.

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Quarter-century crossroads

Dec 02, 2025 | Eric Lascelles

Key themes have the potential to shape economic developments and drive certain sectors for decades to come.

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Europe in the age of trade uncertainty

Europe in the age of trade uncertainty

Nov 28, 2025 | Frédérique Carrier

The longstanding relationship between the U.S. and Europe is changing, with deep consequences for the euro area and its economy. We look into the impact of this metamorphosis on the corporate sector and discuss the related investment opportunities.

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The Fed raises the bar for lower rates

October 31, 2025 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

Despite a second consecutive rate cut, a hawkish turn from the Fed supports our view that it’s on hold until at least 2026. While that may have previously caused market turbulence, investors seem content with the idea the Fed has already done enough.

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AI’s big leaps in 2025

October 03, 2025 |Frédérique Carrier

AI is seldom out of the headlines in 2025, with defining developments coming one after another. We look at where AI is today and explain how its promise is matched against technological, economic, and geopolitical challenges.

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Tech steals the Q2 earnings show

Tech steals the Q2 earnings show

August 11, 2025 |Kelly Bogdanova

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.

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5 Cyber Scams Targeting Seniors

5 Cyber Scams Targeting Seniors

October 01, 2024 |Diane Amato

Elder fraud can take many forms and is a growing problem in Canada and worldwide. With a general rise in online scams — and seniors’ increased adoption of smartphones and the internet — cyber crimes against Canada’s older population are resulting in

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How to safeguard yourself against cybercrime and electronic fraud

How to safeguard yourself against cybercrime and electronic fraud

October 01, 2024 |DA Marketing

With cybercrime on the rise in Canada, it's important to know how to protect yourself and your family.

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Your fraud protection plan for your business: People, process, and technology

Your fraud protection plan for your business: People, process, and technology

October 01, 2024 |Royal Bank of Canada
When businesses consider fraud protection measures, there is often a focus on technology – whether it’s installing new systems, upgrading software, or leaning on the technology of key partners. The reality is, employee education, processes and planning...
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The five flags “watch list”: Protecting our most vulnerable

The five flags “watch list”: Protecting our most vulnerable

March 08, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management
Exploiting and harming those most vulnerable in our society is on the rise. Here are five signs of elder abuse to be on the watch for. While many Canadians look forward to enjoying the later years of their lives - either in full retirement or for some...
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The Fiendish Five – five common scams to be on the lookout for

The Fiendish Five – five common scams to be on the lookout for

March 08, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management
As our online lives continue to expand, cybercriminals are also increasing their nefarious efforts. To fight back, here are five common cyber scams to be aware of, and tips on how to avoid them. In the pre-Internet world, the most common method of theft...
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Protecting your business: Four scams to look out for

Protecting your business: Four scams to look out for

March 08, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management
Whether you run a manufacturing business, an online consulting firm or a florist shop, you have information that is valuable to crafty cyber criminals. That’s why it’s important for small to medium-sized businesses to have a cybersecurity plan in place...
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