Market Watch

Market Watch: December 2024

December brought mixed economic signals and investor disappointment, especially after comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. While the Fed announced a 25 basis point rate cut…

Market Watch: November 2024

Market Watch

November 2024 was a dynamic month for markets, shaped by post-election shifts and evolving economic conditions. Donald Trump’s re-election and a Republican congressional sweep set the stage for…

Market Watch: October 2024

Market Watch

In October, the US equities experienced notable volatility, with the S&P 500 declining nearly 1% for the month. A significant sell-off in tech stocks primarily drove this downturn, as major companies…

Market Watch: September 2024

September is typically a challenging month for equities, but this year, markets have defied expectations. Aggressive rate cuts by central banks and easing inflationary pressures have created a more…

Market Watch: August 2024

Market Watch

Global economies are navigating a phase of moderated inflation following aggressive monetary tightening by central banks, with many now pivoting towards rate cuts as inflation approaches…

Market Watch: July 2024

July was marked by significant volatility in the US markets. In the first half of the month, an unexpected decline in June’s consumer prices boosted the market. However, a major sell-off in tech stock…

Market Watch: June 2024

As we pass the mid-year mark, financial markets remain in solid shape, bolstered by a resilient economy, slowing inflation, and early signs of central bank easing. The S&P 500 experienced a significant…

Market Watch: May 2024

The economic disparity between the U.S. and Canada persisted throughout May. Inflation in the U.S. remains persistently elevated, but recent indicators suggest a potential cooling trend. However…

Market Watch: April 2024

April presented a challenging landscape for financial markets in both the United States and Canada, each facing distinct economic pressures. In the U.S., financial markets experienced a significant downturn…

Market Watch: March 2024

As the first quarter of 2024 concluded, the financial markets demonstrated resilience amidst cautious optimism and economic complexities. March showcased divergent inflation trends, with the…