Bank of Canada cuts by 50 bps, signals more gradual approach to follow

Bank of Canada cuts by 50 bps, signals more gradual approach to follow

December 11, 2024 |Claire Fan
The Bottom Line: As expected, the Bank of Canada (BoC) cut the overnight rate by another 50 bps to 3.25% on Wednesday, right to the top end of the BoC’s “neutral” range estimate (2.25% – 3.25%). Macklem’s opening statement made clear that with interest...
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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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Video: What investors can expect in 2025

Video: What investors can expect in 2025

December 03, 2024 |Global Insight

Learn what’s on the horizon for markets and the Canadian dollar—and discover four interesting investing opportunities.

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Global Insight 2025 Outlook: Canada

Global Insight 2025 Outlook: Canada

December 03, 2024 |Sunny Singh, CFA, and Josh Nye

Despite potential headwinds, we are generally constructive on Canadian markets, though we expect less outperformance in credit.

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Pondering a U.S. policy potpourri

Pondering a U.S. policy potpourri

November 22, 2024 |Atul Bhatia, CFA

How can investors separate the policy changes that are likely to really matter for the economy from those that get a lot of press but may not have the most traction?

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Fed rate cuts for what?

Fed rate cuts for what?

November 15, 2024 |Thomas Garretson, CFA

The Fed has cut policy rates by 75 basis points since September only to see longer-term Treasury yields and mortgage rates increase by the same degree. We take a closer look at this divergence and its implications.

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U.S. presidential election: Back to the future

U.S. presidential election: Back to the future

November 08, 2024 |Kelly Bogdanova

In a historic political comeback, Donald Trump has again won the presidency. We look at the policies like taxes and tariffs shaping the investment climate. With political polarization high, don’t let emotions cloud your investment decisions.

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How to plan for care as you age

November 04, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management

Watch a panel of specialists discuss strategies and resources you can use to navigate care for yourself or a loved one.

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The end of China’s challenging chapter?

The end of China’s challenging chapter?

October 31, 2024 |Frédérique Carrier

China’s economy is struggling. A coordinated stimulus to curb the crippling housing crisis and support local governments is being announced. We explore the measures undertaken and contemplated and their potential implications for portfolios.

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Five health care costs to consider in your financial and retirement plans

October 29, 2024 |RBC Wealth Management

In planning your retirement, be sure to count these health care costs.

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