Commentary

Federal Budget 2024

Tax rates stayed the same but there were significant changes to capital gains in this year’s budget. See our breakdown.

Federal Budget 2024

Tax rates stayed the same but there were significant changes to capital gains in this year’s budget. See our breakdown.

Commentary

March 15, 2023

Silicon Valley Bank and U.S. Regional Bank Fallout – What it means for Canadian investors

Canadian markets turned volatile recently due to bank runs in the U.S. Despite the market turmoil, we encourage Canadian investors to stay invested. While bank runs may have limited direct impact on Canadian economy, the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision could dictate the tone for Canada.
March 08, 2023

Tips to protect your retirement savings from inflation

Inflation continues to be a main concern to many Canadians. Here are some strategies advisors can use to protect their Clients' retirement savings
February 28, 2023

Why it’s vital to consider low probability investment risks

At times, investors tend to underestimate risks that seem unlikely to happen. But potentially high impact risks that have a low probability of occurring are important to consider while building and managing portfolios. Here is a list of such risks that markets could encounter in the short to medium term.
February 22, 2023

Volatile markets? 4 questions to ask your advisor

Worried about volatile markets? Here are 4 questions to ask your advisor.
February 15, 2023

Why interest rates may stay higher for longer than markets expect

2023 has just begun, but so far inflation and interest rates continue to dominate business headlines. Central banks around the world are deliberating what to do next after relentlessly raising interest rates to fight off the highest inflation we’ve seen in the last 30 years. Rate hikes have affected all asset classes and left investors with few places to hide. Inflation, although likely passed its peak, remains elevated and it could be a while until it’s under control.
January 13, 2023

Q4 2022 | Market Update

Rapid interest rate hikes reset valuations for major asset classes in 2022. We expect the focus to turn to concerns about growth and earnings slowing down in 2023.
December 21, 2022

Bonds: the worst is behind us

After a horrendous 2022, bonds look poised for a better year in 2023. We think high quality bonds and their income potential could help portfolios overcome volatility in the year ahead.
December 07, 2022

2023 corporate earnings may be in trouble as consumers lose confidence and inflation fades

Following the pandemic, most consumers face soaring living costs, job uncertainty and declining home and/or portfolio values. It’s clear that our economy is confronting a big headwind.
December 02, 2022

Housing and jobs data point to a looming recession

Christine Tan, Portfolio Manager , SLGI Asset Management Inc., discusses how the risk of a recession is now elevated due to a slowdown in housing and a declining consumption as consumers feel the pinch of inflation and higher interest rates.
November 24, 2022

Has inflation peaked and what now?

As inflation is top of mind this year and many ask themselves whether or not it has peaked, we are likely transitioning to a environment where economic slowdown becomes the main narrative, explains Chhad Aul, Chief Investment Officer & Head of Multi-Asset Solutions, SLGI Asset Management.