https://youtu.be/1Ou5FguPqaQ Introduction Retirement isn’t a finish line. It’s the start of a very different financial game, one with its own rules, trade‑offs, and potential traps. And here’s the truth many people don’t realize until it’s too late: the way you withdraw from your accounts often matters more for taxes than the way you built them […]
Introduction Most Canadians are sitting on a goldmine—and many don’t realize it. The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) is often misunderstood because of its name. While most people see it as a simple place to stash cash, it’s actually one of the most powerful, tax-free investment tools available. Here’s the thing: using your TFSA wisely could […]
After advancing strongly during the first two weeks of October stocks sold off on the final day of the month on mixed earnings (and spending) reports from big tech, leaving Canadian and U.S. equity indices essentially flat for the period. Bond yields rose in October, reversing the downward trend of the previous five months. Investors […]
Canadian inflation continues to ease, offering a glimmer of relief for consumers and policymakers alike. CPI well within the Bank of Canada’s target band The latest data from Statistics Canada revealed that its consumer price index was unchanged (seasonally adjusted) in September, following a 0.1% advance in August. The monthly slowdown allowed inflation’s annual growth […]
By Alfred Lam, MBA, CFA, Senior Vice-President & Chief Investment Officer of CI GAM | Multi-Asset Management, and Richard Wylie, MA, CFA, Vice-President, Investment Strategy, CI Assante Wealth Management Fed cuts interest rates Following its two-day monetary policy meeting on September 18, the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) cut interest rates by 50 basis points (a […]
Investors experienced their first pullback of 2024 in April with US, Canadian and global equities ending the month in the red. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets. Monthly market developments Equities stumbled and bond yields climbed as investors reluctantly accepted that sticky U.S. inflation will delay Fed rate cuts. The […]
The good start to 2024 continued for investors in February as equities had another positive month and Q4 2023 earnings season has been strong. Read the February 2024 Market Commentary here. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets. Monthly market developments Despite dipping mid-month on a higher than hoped January U.S. […]
When looking at your financial health, net worth isn’t just a term—it’s a compass guiding you towards wealth optimization. It is more than mere numbers on a balance sheet, it represents a strategic tool to make informed financial decisions. This comprehensive exploration of net worth is not about simplistic arithmetic; it’s about understanding a concept […]
After the holiday season rally, the forecast was for a performance hangover in January, but it ended up being “steady as she goes” for investors. Here’s a summary of the main events that steered the markets. Monthly market developments Despite dipping at the end January after the Fed signaled rate cuts aren’t imminent, U.S., Canadian […]
The beginning and the end of 2023 were like night and day for investors. The year started with trepidation after a turbulent 2022, but ended with optimism as inflation eased and equities posted handsome returns. Equities and bonds This was a comeback year as U.S., Canadian and global equities achieved double-digit gains. U.S. stocks in […]
