ETF Experts Recommend Core-Satellite Strategy for RRSPs
Three ETF experts recommend a core-satellite strategy for RRSPs, suggesting core holdings of broad market and high-quality U.S. equity ETFs, actively managed short-term corporate bonds for fixed income, and satellite holdings of international high-dividend and U.S. equity ETFs for diversification an...
ETF Experts Recommend Core-Satellite Strategy for RRSPs
Three ETF experts recommend a core-satellite strategy for RRSPs, suggesting core holdings of broad market and high-quality U.S. equity ETFs, actively managed short-term corporate bonds for fixed income, and satellite holdings of international high-dividend and U.S. equity ETFs for diversification an...
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Unpassed Tax Changes Create Uncertainty for Canadian Asset Managers
Canadian asset managers face uncertainty in filing 2024 tax returns for investment funds due to unpassed federal capital gains tax changes proposed in the 2024 budget, potentially requiring re-filing and amended tax slips if the changes don't pass.
Unpassed Tax Changes Create Uncertainty for Canadian Asset Managers
Canadian asset managers face uncertainty in filing 2024 tax returns for investment funds due to unpassed federal capital gains tax changes proposed in the 2024 budget, potentially requiring re-filing and amended tax slips if the changes don't pass.
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Gold Investment Liquidity: ETFs, Futures, and Physical Gold Compared
Gold's price surge in 2024 fueled investor interest; gold ETFs, futures contracts, physical gold, mining stocks, and digital platforms offer varying degrees of liquidity, each with advantages and disadvantages.
Gold Investment Liquidity: ETFs, Futures, and Physical Gold Compared
Gold's price surge in 2024 fueled investor interest; gold ETFs, futures contracts, physical gold, mining stocks, and digital platforms offer varying degrees of liquidity, each with advantages and disadvantages.
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Australia's CPI Rises, Exceeding Expectations
Australia's November annualized CPI increased to 2.3%, exceeding forecasts, driven by higher food and beverage prices, while trimmed mean inflation slowed to 3.2%.
Australia's CPI Rises, Exceeding Expectations
Australia's November annualized CPI increased to 2.3%, exceeding forecasts, driven by higher food and beverage prices, while trimmed mean inflation slowed to 3.2%.
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Investing for Beginners: A Guide to Bonds, Stocks, and Pooled Funds
This article explains various investment types—bonds, stocks, and pooled funds—highlighting their features, risks, and benefits, advising beginners to diversify, maintain patience, and avoid impulsive decisions based on short-term market trends.
Investing for Beginners: A Guide to Bonds, Stocks, and Pooled Funds
This article explains various investment types—bonds, stocks, and pooled funds—highlighting their features, risks, and benefits, advising beginners to diversify, maintain patience, and avoid impulsive decisions based on short-term market trends.
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Cryptocurrency Market Soars After US Election
Following the US presidential election, Bitcoin ETFs surpassed gold ETFs in assets, reaching \$129 billion by December 16th, driven by market euphoria and pro-crypto policies promised by the incoming Trump administration, leading to a significant price increase for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies...
Cryptocurrency Market Soars After US Election
Following the US presidential election, Bitcoin ETFs surpassed gold ETFs in assets, reaching \$129 billion by December 16th, driven by market euphoria and pro-crypto policies promised by the incoming Trump administration, leading to a significant price increase for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies...
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Record Inflows into Bank Loan and CLO ETFs Driven by Yield-Seeking Investors
Driven by the hunt for higher yields amid a changing interest rate environment, investors poured a record $25.6 billion into bank loan and CLO ETFs in 2024, contributing to $87 billion in risk-on credit flows; however, heavy exposure to these short-duration instruments carries risks.
Record Inflows into Bank Loan and CLO ETFs Driven by Yield-Seeking Investors
Driven by the hunt for higher yields amid a changing interest rate environment, investors poured a record $25.6 billion into bank loan and CLO ETFs in 2024, contributing to $87 billion in risk-on credit flows; however, heavy exposure to these short-duration instruments carries risks.
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BlackRock Hits Record $11.6 Trillion in Assets
BlackRock reported record assets of $11.6 trillion in Q4 2024, driven by a 21% profit jump, $281.4 billion in net inflows, and a strong equity market rally following the 2024 U.S. Presidential election; the company's strategic acquisitions further contributed to its success.
BlackRock Hits Record $11.6 Trillion in Assets
BlackRock reported record assets of $11.6 trillion in Q4 2024, driven by a 21% profit jump, $281.4 billion in net inflows, and a strong equity market rally following the 2024 U.S. Presidential election; the company's strategic acquisitions further contributed to its success.
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Weak Canadian Dollar Impacts Returns on US Stock Investments
The falling Canadian dollar negatively impacts returns on hedged U.S. stock investments, but benefits unhedged investments, as exemplified by the 36% return of the unhedged iShares Core S&P 500 ETF versus 23.4% for its hedged counterpart in 2022. This is due to several factors including weak economi...
Weak Canadian Dollar Impacts Returns on US Stock Investments
The falling Canadian dollar negatively impacts returns on hedged U.S. stock investments, but benefits unhedged investments, as exemplified by the 36% return of the unhedged iShares Core S&P 500 ETF versus 23.4% for its hedged counterpart in 2022. This is due to several factors including weak economi...
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Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) Stock Outperforms Healthcare Sector Amidst Market Downturn
Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) stock, a component of the iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (IHI), is outperforming other healthcare stocks and ETFs, approaching its all-time high despite recent market volatility, and is expected to reach a target of $580 if it surpasses the $550 zone.
Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) Stock Outperforms Healthcare Sector Amidst Market Downturn
Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) stock, a component of the iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (IHI), is outperforming other healthcare stocks and ETFs, approaching its all-time high despite recent market volatility, and is expected to reach a target of $580 if it surpasses the $550 zone.
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ETFs Offer Canadians a Simpler, Cheaper Investing Path
Despite mutual funds' greater popularity in Canada due to easier access through banks and advisors, Canadians can easily invest in lower-fee, potentially faster-growing ETFs through online brokers, with robo-advisors or DIY methods available to simplify the process.
ETFs Offer Canadians a Simpler, Cheaper Investing Path
Despite mutual funds' greater popularity in Canada due to easier access through banks and advisors, Canadians can easily invest in lower-fee, potentially faster-growing ETFs through online brokers, with robo-advisors or DIY methods available to simplify the process.
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Five Top Index Funds for Diversified Portfolios in 2025
For 2025, five index funds—Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG), Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND), Schwab US Small-Cap ETF (SCHA), and Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ)—are recommended for diversified portfolios due to their low costs, strong tracking efficiency...
Five Top Index Funds for Diversified Portfolios in 2025
For 2025, five index funds—Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (IEMG), Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND), Schwab US Small-Cap ETF (SCHA), and Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ)—are recommended for diversified portfolios due to their low costs, strong tracking efficiency...
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