Despite some volatile weeks, November ended on a positive note, led by a sharp rebound in the U.S., where a five-day rally erased earlier losses and brought the S&P 500 close to record highs…
Despite some volatile weeks, November ended on a positive note, led by a sharp rebound in the U.S., where a five-day rally erased earlier losses and brought the S&P 500 close to record highs…
October brought another round of rate cuts from both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada, yet markets seemed unsure about what comes next. The Fed lowered rates by 25 basis points to…
September brought a major shift for U.S. markets. After holding rates steady for months, the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark rate for the first time in 2025 to 4.0%-4.25%. This move signaled…
This year’s Jackson Hole Symposium surprised many market watchers. Fed Chair Jerome Powell struck a more measured tone than expected. While he acknowledged that inflation has cooled…
July proved to be a turning point, as equity markets held strong, showcasing resilience amid a backdrop of uncertainty. Both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada are carefully navigating between…
Canadian markets continued their upward momentum in June 2025, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index rising by 2.91% over the month. While equities held up well, the latest economic data pointed to…
As we progress through the second quarter of 2025, Canadian financial markets have shown resilience, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index rising 5.6% in May. This edition offers a closer look at the key…
Global markets experienced increased volatility in April 2025 due to growing trade tensions and uncertain policies. Investors’ sentiment was shaken by President Trump’s unexpected announcement…
Equity markets saw notable declines in March, marking their worst monthly performance since December 2022. Investor sentiment was rattled by growing fears of a global trade war, fueled…
In February 2025, the US economy continued its transition into a slower growth phase, marked by a cooling labor market, persistent inflation, and softening consumer activity. Financial markets…
