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February 2026 market update

Mar 06, 2026 - Canada Life

February was defined by tensions, tariffs, trade talk and shifting rate paths. See how these events filtered through markets....

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January 2026 market update

Feb 05, 2026 - Tom Fraser

January markets reflected shifting trade dynamics, persistent inflation, and rising global risk – all building pressure beneath the surface. Geopolitics, central bank decisions and energy markets contributed to the tremors shaping the investment land...

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December 2025 market update

Jan 08, 2026 - Canada Life

Global markets ended 2025 on a cautious upswing, with resilient North American growth, soft demand in China, and record highs in key commodities shaping the outlook for 2026....

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November 2025 market update

Dec 04, 2025 - Canada Life

Markets may look calm, but the details tell a different story. Canada’s ambitious budget, Japan’s tariff struggles, and the U.S. emerging from its longest shutdown ever are shaping the global outlook....

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October 2025 market update

Nov 06, 2025 - Canada Life

October was a month of mixed signals. While equities climbed and AI leaders like NVIDIA surged, Canada faced trade setbacks and a slowing labour market. The Bank of Canada responded with another rate cut....

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What are real assets?

Diversifying your portfolio with real assets can help you achieve your financial goals and secure your future...

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What’s the difference between mutual funds and segregated funds?

Mutual funds and segregated funds are both investment options, but they have some key differences...

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Goals-based investing: Why it’s good for financial planning

Let’s look at the basics of what goals-based investing is and how it can help you...

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August 2023 market update

For the month ended August 31, 2023...

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How managed solutions can make investing simple

For many Canadians, investing can be an emotional experience...

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What to do with an RESP if your child doesn't go to college or university

Your child may be more interested in entering the workforce right away or spending time traveling...

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Making a withdrawal from your RESP

If your child is getting ready to attend post-secondary school, now’s the time to start thinking about withdrawing money from your Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)...

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How are RESPs taxed?

One of the main benefits of an RESP is that it’s a tax-deferred savings plan; however, when it’s time to take the money out, there are some things to consider...

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10 things to know before buying an electric vehicle

There's a big difference between owning a battery-powered vehicle and a gas-fueled vehicle. Here are some things to consider before making a switch to an electric vehicle...

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