Bank of Canada still looking for sustained downward momentum on inflation
— Wesley Blight
The Bank of Canada has held the interest rate steady at 5% for the sixth consecutive time since moving to 5% in July 2023.
U.S. Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, projects 0.75% worth of cuts in 2024
— Richard Schmidt
In its March 2024 meeting, the US Federal Reserve held rates steady at 5.25-to-5.5% and projected three 0.25% rate cuts this year.
Bank of Canada holds interest rates steady, needs more convincing before cutting
— Wesley Blight
The Bank of Canada has again held its interest rate at 5%, saying that it needs more convincing before rate cuts could potentially happen.
U.S. Federal Reserve does not expect to cut interest rates until it’s confident about inflation
— Richard Schmidt
Interest rate hikes are likely off the table and the U.S. Federal Reserve is considering rate cuts.
Bank of Canada: Further rate hikes off the table?
— Wesley Blight
To kick off 2024, the Bank of Canada (BoC) decided to hold its target for the overnight rate at 5% and stops talking about possibly raising rates further.
Investing through 2024 and beyond with robust portfolios
— Craig Maddock
We examine the short-term and long-term considerations for our clients’ portfolios. Let’s compare our 12-month and 10-year perspectives.
Private equity investing update: Why it makes sense right now
Belgacem Ghazi, Senior Portfolio Analyst of 1832 Asset Management L.P., explains the opportunity in private equity investing in today’s low-growth, high-inflation environment. Read more.
Episode 31: Despite a solid performing second quarter, uncertainties remain
At the calendar year’s halfway point we reflect on the 2nd quarter and discuss key performance drivers, our positioning, and what lies ahead. Listen now.
Recommended Could it be… A calmer year in 2023?
— Ian Taylor
Learn what we think it will take for 2023 to be a calmer year for financial markets, from inflation to global economic growth and policy adjustments.
Private equity investing update: A useful diversification tool
— Belgacem Ghazi
Learn how private equity investments like the MD Platinum Global Private Equity pool are performing in today’s low-growth, high-inflation environment.
Cash is king… Or is it?
— Jean-Francois Bordeleau
In today’s market, should you be going to cash? It depends on the goals you’re trying to achieve and why you’re investing in the first place. Learn more.
Market Volatility
The swings in value for a specified market, for example the S&P 500 Index