Posts by Factor-Based

The sector rotation strategy is an investment approach that has gained popularity in recent years, which involves shifting investments between different sectors of the economy to take advantage of the…

Market Watch: February 2023

Global financial markets had a difficult month in February, reflecting concerns over the global economy’s growth prospects. In Canada, the economy stalled in Q4 2022, but there are indications that it may…

Market Watch: January 2023

Market Watch

Global financial markets had a strong start in January with positive gains. The US economy showed signs of growth while the inflation rate slowed down. The Euro Area economy expanded at a weaker pace…

Market Watch: December 2022

Global financial markets experienced their worst year since the financial crisis of 2008 due to a combination of factors, including inflation, slowing global growth, tightening monetary policy, …

Market Watch: November 2022

Market Watch

Global financial markets extended their rebound from October’s lows, encouraged by the prospect of peaking inflation and the possibility of the Fed slowing the rate hikes. S&P 500 companies reported…

Market Watch: October 2022

Market Watch

Global financial markets posted the first monthly gain since July amid increased volatility. The third quarter earnings season is off to a pretty strong start, with 45% of the S&P 500 having already…

Market Watch: September 2022

Global financial markets plummeted in September as economic conditions worsened and central banks pursued aggressive rate hikes worldwide. Excessive inflation and more challenging conditions have…

Market Watch: August 2022

Market Watch

Global financial markets plummeted in August, marking the worst August performance in seven years, as investors remained concerned about the Federal Reserve’s relentless interest rate hikes. Selloff…