Viewpoints from Manulife Investment Management
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Policy normalization in Japan: how high will the BoJ go?
The Bank of Japan's (BoJ's) continued cycle of monetary policy normalization has many policy watchers and investors wondering how high the BoJ might take interest rates.
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Here come the tariffs: why it’s too soon to draw conclusions
The recent announcement of U.S. tariffs on key global trade partners has perhaps raised more questions than it answered.
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Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP)—the facts
This guide describes RRSPs and how the tax-deductible contributions you make to an RRSP will provide current tax savings. It also reviews how you can use your RRSP to create a sound retirement plan.
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Keeping the family cottage in the family
Passing on a family cottage? Half of any increase in value is taxable at death. This strategy protects against an estate having to sell a cottage to pay the tax.
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2025 market outlook: navigating bull-, bear-, and base-case scenarios
The global economic and investment landscape is influenced by many factors, including, but not limited to, geopolitical events, monetary policy, and market expectations. To help investors navigate this environment, we present three possible scenarios.
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Cottage or home: which should be a principal residence?
Which property is best used as your principal residence for tax purposes? If you own more than one property you have choices, and may want to look at the tax consequences of claiming a cottage or other property as your principal residence. Learn more about your options and how to calculate the principal residence exemption.
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Asset allocation views: a variable growth outlook
Latest asset allocation views from the Multi-Asset Solutions Team at Manulife Investment Management.
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Common TFSA mistakes
Tax-Free Savings Accounts are a powerful tool for growing savings tax free. How to avoid common – and costly – mistakes, and harness their full potential.
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Registered retirement income—the facts
With all the changes that retirement brings, you need to make the best use of your RRSP savings to enjoy your retirement to its fullest. This booklet reviews the retirement income options available to you and allows you to explore in some detail those you find most appealing.
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Diversified private real assets: real diversification with the potential for sustainable outcomes
An allocation to private real assets can provide a diversification benefit, help hedge against inflation, and put a portfolio on the path toward sustainability objectives.
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