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DB's George Saravelos: Markets âseverely underpricedâ the risk of renewed trade war
In a stunning escalation of trade tensions, the Trump administration has announced sweeping tariffs covering 44% of total…
Navigating Volatility: The Case for Tactical Alpha
In today's volatile markets, alternative investments are key for diversification, resilience, and returns, but they demand expertise to navigate. Ash Lawrence, Head of AGF Capital Partners and Scott Radke, CEO and Co-CIO of New Holland Capital discuss...
Trumpâs Tariff Shockwave: Derek Holt Breaks Down the Impact
Derek Holtâs Saturday Night Tariff Thrashing delivers a scathing assessment of the Trump administrationâs abrupt trade war escalation.…
NBI CIO Office: Optimism and Challenges in Global Markets
Optimism and Challenges in Global Markets The financial landscape of 2024 offered a dynamic blend of exceptional gains,…
Fortifying Portfolios in Uncertain Times: Lessons from Picton Mahoney
In equity and bond markets increasingly punctuated by volatility and unexpected economic events, the traditional investment framework is…
Growth is from Mars, value is from Venus
by Owen A. Lamont, Ph.D., Senior Vice President, Portfolio Manager, Research, Acadian Asset Management There is no such…
From Inflation to Innovation: Key Trends Shaping the U.S. Economy and Markets (JPM)
Here are highlights from the J.P. Morgan "Guide to the MarketsÂŽ U.S. | 1Q 2025" which focuses on:…
The Seven Pillars of Resilient Portfolios â Revisiting Picton Mahoneyâs BARBELL Framework
In a rapidly evolving investment landscape, where traditional stock and bond strategies often falter under the weight of…
The Retirement Savings Gap â Are Canadian Retirees at Risk?
Are Canadiansâ retirement plans in a state of crisis? Given rising interest rates, inflation and extreme market volatility, many Canadian retirees may find themselves running out of money prematurely. This "retirement income gap" could mean the difference between thriving and just surviving in their golden years.
The Active ETF Advantage: Discount Bonds
Last year we saw tremendous volatility in fixed-income markets around the world. The resulting drawdowns â not seen in decades â created havoc for investors as fixed income is generally expected to help mitigate portfolio risk. Prior to this, bond markets had the luxury of longstanding tailwinds: rates trended downwards, and the economy consistently gained strength after the Great Recession of 2008, albeit with occasional hiccups along the way.
The retirement crisis: Meeting longevity risk head on
The risk of outliving oneâs assets, also known as longevity risk, is an important concern for investors about to enter retirement. Running out of money prematurely can be the difference between thriving and just surviving in your golden years.
Addressing the Challenge: A Simple Alternative to Yield
After years of stimulative and accommodative policies, we now find ourselves in a position where central banks are tightening monetary conditions. Over the course of the year, fixed-income markets have reflected this as yields have increased and financial conditions tightened.
Full Speed Ahead: The Great Energy Transition
While the environmental and economic threats posed by climate change are immense, the investment opportunities being created in the search for renewable power are equally unprecedented. Itâs become evident that the great transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy stands to be one of the most important developments of the new millennium â for both investors and the planet.
The Transformation of Emerging Markets â Why an active approach is essential
Thereâs an exciting transformation taking place in the Emerging Markets â from Latin America and Asia to Central Europe and beyond. With more than 25 countries and over 85% of the worldâs population, emerging markets have become important drivers of global economic growth, considerably outpacing developed markets since 20001.
Actively Managed Options for International Diversification
Strategic diversification remains one of the cornerstones of successful portfolio construction. Whether you're looking to strengthen your portfolio diversification or are searching for growth opportunities, international equities have an essential role to play in any overall investment strategy. International economies are expanding, productivity is increasing, and we're seeing the emergence of a growing global middle class. These trends suggest the case for truly international investing is likely to only get stronger.
The Changing Face of Emerging Markets
With more than 25 countries and over 85% of the worldâs population, emerging markets have become important drivers of global economic growth, considerably outpacing developed markets since 20001. This growth story isnât a recent phenomenon, and we understand well that macroeconomic growth does not necessarily mean shareholder value creation.
