In today’s changing world of money and investments, it’s really important to understand what happens when interest rates go up. For people who are smart with their money, dealing with these changes isn’t just about protecting what they have. It’s also about seeing new chances and making smart choices for the future. In this article, […]
Capital markets bounced back in November, solidifying the status of 2023 as a comeback year. Read the November 2023 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets: Monthly market developments Equities posted strong monthly gains driven by investor optimism that central banks might be finished with rate hikes. The […]
In October, financial markets were fragile as investors reacted cautiously to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Read the October 2023 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets: Monthly market developments Despite a final day rally driven by tech stocks and corporate earnings, equity markets declined in October […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHBwkGXsNP0&t=1s Saving money is a vital part of financial planning, and finding the right savings vehicle is crucial in achieving your financial goals. Designed to help the younger generation save for their first home, the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) offers several advantages. But it’s important to recognize whether opening one right away, or delaying […]
Investors held onto their recent gains in July. Read the July 2023 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the events that steered the markets. Monthly market developments U.S., Canadian and global equities had another positive month with the S&P 500 Index in particular notching its fifth straight month of gains. Most sectors contributed including […]
May was a mixed bag for investors. Read the May 2023 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the notable events that steered the markets. Monthly market developments Equities were broadly flat as the banking sector, falling oil prices and the U.S. debt ceiling drama in Congress weighed on performance. The main exception was the […]
Buying a house is a significant investment, especially for unmarried couples with blended families. Lucas and Elsa are in this situation, with six children and an agreement in place regarding what happens to their home if their relationship doesn’t work out. However, they have overlooked an important aspect of their estate planning. What happens if […]
It was “all’s well that ends well” for investors in March as following a swift response from central banks to a mid-month scare involving banking stocks, markets rallied and continued their good start to 2023. Read the March 2023 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets: Monthly market […]
The positive start to the new year for investors was “put on ice” in February as stocks stalled and bond yields rose again. Read the February 2023 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets: Monthly market developments Most major stock indexes fell in February, sparked by rising bond […]
Investors had lots to cheer this January. Stocks rose, bond yields fell and inflation cooled again. There were also early signs central bank rate hiking might be paused soon as well as positive economic news coming from Europe and China. After a bruising 2022, it’s a promising start to the New Year. Read the January […]
