The Fed approaches a new phase of interest rate policy

The Fed approaches a new phase of interest rate policy

December 19, 2024 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

Markets head lower following a hawkish rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve. We discuss the reasons behind the Fed’s shift and if investors really need to fear higher rates caused by stronger growth.

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Fall Economic Statement 2024: Canada boosts investment appeal and the deficit deepens

Fall Economic Statement 2024: Canada boosts investment appeal and the deficit deepens

December 18, 2024 |Rachel Battaglia, Robert Hogue and Cynthia Leach
Given the political uncertainty facing Canada, the fate of many of the measures announced in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement is highly uncertain. However, the fiscal update still serves as a snapshot of where the economy is headed and how upcoming challenges...
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Global Insight 2025 Outlook executive summary: Beyond the horizon

Global Insight 2025 Outlook executive summary: Beyond the horizon

December 06, 2024 |The Global Portfolio Advisory Committee
With a second Trump administration in the U.S. eyeing an ambitious agenda and trade tensions coming to the fore, how should investors position portfolios? Our 2025 Outlook examines the issues and opportunities facing economies and markets in 2025 and...
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Weaving road

Taking our foot off the gas pedal in the short-term

September 02, 2024 |Aleem Israel

As we head into the fall and saw an incredible year for equities in the rear-view mirror, below is an update on a few of the key principles that our team continuously implements as part of the RBC Private Investment Management (PIM) program.

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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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Stock market selloff: A “growth scare,” or more?

Stock market selloff: A “growth scare,” or more?

August 06, 2024 |Kelly Bogdanova

Pressure points in the economy and markets were triggered, sweeping up equities into a global selloff. We look at the market’s supporting factors and how investors should tilt equity exposure in portfolios.

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Liquid alts and their importance in asset allocation

October 23, 2023 |Aleem Israel, CFA

As a Portfolio Manager that previously managed a hedge fund in Canada, I understand the importance of asset allocation strategies that aim to reduce volatility in a portfolio, while maintaining or enhancing returns. How do liquid alts assist us?

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PIM asset allocation optimization and liquid alternatives

July 28, 2023 |Aleem Israel

As part of the RBC Private Investment Management (PIM) discretionary wealth management program, we provide an update on a few of the key principles that our team continuously implements.

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David Chilton

The Wealthy Barber David Chilton Serves Up a Wealth of Financial Knowledge

February 02, 2023 |Diane Amato
David Chilton has sold over five million copies of The Wealthy Barber and The Wealthy Barber Returns, a testament to the powerful advice he offers on how to invest and manage financial affairs. He sits down with Tony Chapman to share his life story and...
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