Viewpoints about Volatility
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Making sense of a volatile first half
As we reach the halfway point of 2025 and the heat of summer, we could all understand wanting to take some time off by a lake or on a golf course. It has been a very turbulent and complex six months.
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Why global government bond yields have risen
Government bond yields have been rising across the globe since markets returned to risk-on mode following early April’s surge in market volatility. We explore what’s driving yields higher and consider the implications for fixed-income investors.
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Riding the wave: building resilience amid volatility
The threat of escalating tariffs is fast becoming a reality, sparking wild swings in the financial markets. How should investors approach the markets? Read more.
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Q1 2025 review: analyzing the impact of tariffs and geopolitical dynamics
Tariffs and rising trade tensions injected much uncertainty in the first three months of 2025. Our capital markets strategists examine what this could mean for investors in the months ahead.
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U.S. stocks falter, overseas stocks rally: start of a tectonic shift?
Last week's outperformance by non-U.S. stocks has many investors wondering if a new market trend has begun.
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Rising uncertainty amid tariff threats―what does it mean for Canadian investors?
The Trump Administration announced that the United States was imposing significant tariffs on its largest trading partners. What does this mean for Canadian investors?
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Five investing mistakes to avoid
Market turbulence may trigger emotional investing, but history shows staying rational might be wiser. Beware of these five behaviours that can risk investment success.
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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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What investors need to know about today’s market volatility and the VIX
If there’s one thing investors know for sure about financial markets, it’s that they can be volatile. The first step toward dealing with volatility is to understand what it is and how it can affect your portfolio.
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