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Read ArticleU.S. milking NAFTA negotiations as dispute drags on: should investors be concerned?
It’s a volatile month for markets as NAFTA negotiations continue between the U.S. and Canada but don’t let that affect your investment decisions.
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Read ArticleBank of Canada takes a pause – holds rates steady
On September 5, 2018, the Bank of Canada maintained the overnight rate at 1.50% while pointing to further rate increases in the near future based on strong economic and labour conditions.
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Read ArticleOpa! Greece declares financial independence
Greece finally ends its bailout, symbolizing the end of the European debt crisis. Things are improving but issues like ongoing austerity measures, debt repayment and unemployment still linger.
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Read ArticleYou Deserve Greatness: Getting the Best Out of Your Investment Options
Originally published by Canadian HealthcareNetwork on August 14, 2018. When it comes to investing, physicians have more choice than ever before. This is a good thing. However, this presents a...
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Read ArticleTurkish turmoil: Are things as bad as they sound?
Turkey is making headlines for all the wrong reasons—devaluing currency, high inflation, deficits, questionable political decisions and a worsening U.S. relationship.
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Read ArticleFund Spotlight: Addressing the impact of climate change, one investment at a time
Addressing the impact of climate change, one investment at a timeThis summer’s record-setting heat wave has sparked a lot of discussion about the impact of climate change on human health and...
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Read ArticleU.S. Fed holds rate steady amidst strong economic data
Today, members of the Federal Open Market Committee voted unanimously to hold the target range of the federal funds rate steady at 1.75% to 2.00%. Interest rates remain accommodative in the midst...
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Read ArticleWorld Cup scores, trade wars and other costly spectacles
As people gather to watch the “beautiful game” of World Cup football this week, an ugly clash of nations has also become a spectator sport: escalating trade wars. While the United States failed to...
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Read ArticleSector Scan: Finding the shine in materials
My career started in the late 90s. We were nearing the end of the technology stock bubble and I was looking for the next opportunity. My analysis pointed towards commodities—there was a...
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Read ArticleSubadvisor Spotlight: What Rock N’ Roll Can Teach Us About Investing
MD Financial Management’s global sub-advisors are hired for their investment philosophy, asset management expertise, investment research, innovation and, above all, their great people. In this...
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Read ArticleProposed Tax Changes, At A Glance
Wondering what the proposed tax changes on private corporations are? Here is MD Financial Management’s quick snapshot of the proposals. 1. Income Sprinkling Pre-2017 tax rules ...
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Read ArticleSector Scan: Despite Recent Challenges, Tech Continues to Outpace Other Sectors
This MD Blog post was written in collaboration with my colleague Mark Fairbairn, Assistant Vice President with the Investment Management and Strategy team here at MD. Earlier in the year, up to 87...
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Read ArticleRoyal Wedding Bells a Boon for the U.K.’s Economy?
When Harry and Meghan tie the knot on Saturday in St. George’s Chapel inside Windsor Castle, it’s estimated that over three billion people will watch the ceremony on television and social media....
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Staying in Control: Emotional Investing
Market volatility can make us feel uncomfortable, which may cloud our investment decisions. Here are some common investing pitfalls that are driven by emotion, and ways to avoid them.
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Read ArticleFederal Budget’s New Proposed Rules: A Primer for Medical Residents
This primer will help you grasp the basics behind incorporating a medical practice and understand how the proposed tax changes in the 2018 federal budget could affect you in the future.
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Read ArticleNo More Income Sprinkling? Other Ways to Split Income
New reasonableness tests will constrain or eliminate income sprinkling for incorporated physicians. Here are some other eincome-splitting strategies to consider to reduce taxes or save for retirement.
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Read ArticleMindfulness Techniques to Help Physicians De-Stress
Are you overwhelmed, stressed, or distracted by thoughts of the past or the future? Mindfulness can help to re-focus you on the present moment and bring a sense of calm to your mood.
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Summer 2018: Fund and portfolio update
Overall fund performance has been strong year-to-date and over the past 12 months but there have been some challenges: rising interest rates have challenged fixed income returns and growth style...
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Summer 2018: Macroeconomic review
We continue to favour equities over fixed income at this time—financial market conditions remain stable, the global economy continues to grow and corporate earnings are strong across geographies...
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Summer 2018: Quarterly market update
Key Takeaways The global economy continues to grow Strong economic data continues to push rates higher Prospect of all-out China-U.S. trade war looms Global economic growth has continued...
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Read FlipbookWhy you may want to diversify with emerging market equities
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How to Prioritize Your Goals
Residency: you’ve accomplished so much to get to this stage. As you approach the end of your medical training, you’re probably thinking about all the things you need to do, including setting up...
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Advice or Online Brokerage? Why Not Both?
Many physicians want to manage their own investments using an online discount brokerage account. Here’s what to expect and why financial advice and financial advisors still matter.
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Investing Is Easy—Until It’s Not
Fintech has made DIY (do-it-yourself) investing easy. You can trade directly or use robo-advisors. But here are the reasons and research why financial advisors are worth the cost.
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What to Expect From a Robo-Advisor
Robo-advisors are the middle ground between direct investing with no service and complete service with a financial advisor. Here’s everything you need to know about robo-advisors.
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When is the right time to retire?
How One Physician is Transitioning to Retirement. Dr. C, a 62-year-old family physician, the answer may be: not yet.
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How Medical Residents Can Develop Good Financial Habits
If you are a medical resident in debt, should you start saving and investing? Here’s why you need to understand your debt and cash flow and set up a savings and investment plan.
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RRSPs and TFSAs in Action: Case Studies at Different Life Stages
These case studies look at how you can effectively use RRSPs and TFSAs to maximize benefits by looking at key factors such as age, career stage of physicians or specific financial goals.
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Three Essential Types of Insurance for New Physicians
As a physician starting your career, you may have insurance needs that are higher than those of other Canadians your age. After all, your ability to earn an income is one of your most valuable...
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Why You Need An Estate Plan
Estate planning is about ensuring that your assets are distributed in the way you wish and minimizing the burden on your loved ones after you pass away. One of the most important aspects of estate...
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