at Taming Inflation Introduction Global equity markets rose over October, despite some periods of volatility. Sentiment swayed as economic data had investors considering how aggressive central banks might be at upcoming meetings. Inflation remained elevated in Canada and the U.S. in September even though it eased from August. In [...]
By Canada Life | Sept. 27, 2022 Since their introduction more than 60 years ago, segregated (seg) funds have experienced ups and downs in terms of their popularity. Today, they are once again experiencing a resurgence. Our latest report offers insight on the resurgence of seg funds, the changing [...]
is Running Out of Steam– how about inflation? Introduction Global equity markets fell sharply over September in response to ongoing monetary tightening by global central banks, who also signaled their intentions to increase rates further. The prospect of higher rates raised concerns about how aggressive monetary tightening may negatively [...]
despite a drop in headline inflation Introduction Global equity markets started relatively strong in August before pulling back after the U.S. Federal Reserve Board (“Fed”) signalled it would likely keep aggressively raising interest rates to tame inflation. While inflation remained elevated in July, it did slow across Canada and [...]
or could we be in for more? Introduction After falling significantly during the first half of the year, global equity markets started the second half byposting a positive return over the month of July. Despite ongoing aggressive monetary tightening, aslowdown in economic activity heightened expectations global central banks might need [...]
By Canada Life | July 20, 2022 The investment landscape has shifted dramatically since the start of the year. Wondering how to make sense of jammed supply chains, inflation and changing growth outlooks? On our latest Canada Life Portfolio Manager Connect Series event, we heard from Dan Gremonprez, National Vice-President, [...]
amid rising rates and prices Introduction Global equity markets fell significantly in June as surging inflation and aggressive policy stances by globalcentral banks heightened concerns about a potential recession. The U.S. Federal Reserve Board (“Fed”)raised the target range of its federal funds rate by 75 basis points (“bps”), while [...]
For the benefit of our friends and clients we are happy to provide you with this summary of the 2016 Ontario Provincial Budget which was released February 26, 2016.
Under proposed legislation, starting January 1, 2016, the annual TFSA dollar limit for 2016 will decrease from $10,000 to $5,500.00. The TFSA annual room limit will be indexed to inflation and rounded to the nearest $500. Combined TFSA contribution room from 2009 reaches $46,500
In thinking about what capital markets may have in store for investors in 2016, we note a number of critical tipping points within the current marketplace, each likely to shift sentiment, change outlooks and reveal opportunities for investors in 2016. Here’s where we stand today: Oil The plunge in prices [...]
