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Cutting Through the Noise


February 27, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

Feb 29: Last day to make an RSP contribution

Monday, February 29, is the last day to make an RSP contribution. Here's how to get yours in if you've waited until the deadline.

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February 26, 2016

By Tom Bradley

Three ways to be a great contrarian investor

A closer look at a trait present in all great investors - the ability to be contrarian.

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February 25, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

Webinar: Where to From Here?

A recorded webinar of our recent presentation on the current investing climate and our funds.

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February 22, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

What are negative interest rates and how do they impact investors?

It sounds like an oxymoron – how can interest rates be negative? We explain.

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February 18, 2016

By Tom Bradley

Bombardier: Don't bite the hand - Part II

A Canadian icon is in the news again. For all the wrong reasons.

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February 17, 2016

By Tom Bradley

No dividends, no compounding ... no deal

Why index-linked notes make our blood boil.

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February 10, 2016

By Tom Bradley

Why I've boosted my equity holdings to above average

Our chief investment officer explains why he's gone from a cautionary curmudgeon over the last year to Mr. Positive now.

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February 9, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

Falling markets suck

Yep. We hear you. And we've got your back.

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January 28, 2016

By Tom Bradley

A re-entry plan: Get started NOW!

For investors who have been out of the market and waiting for a re-entry point, now is the time to get started!

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January 26, 2016

By Tom Bradley

What does cheap oil mean to my portfolio?

The falling price of oil has hit resource companies hard. But many businesses are benefiting from cheap energy. We explain.

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January 22, 2016

By Tom Bradley

Stop pushing the button. Your central banker can't help

Central bankers are making a lot of noise. Investors are best served to tune them out.

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January 20, 2016

By Tom Bradley

Market weakness: Keeping our eye on the prize - Part III

Timely words of wisdom on the psychology of investing.

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January 19, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

Sell everything - Not so fast!

Why it's a terrible idea to "sell everything."

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January 18, 2016

By Tom Bradley

The toughest decision in investing

People are saying it's time to get out of the market. Here's why staying in means better returns in the long run.

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January 14, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

The benefits of diversification - 2015

A colourful look at the benefits of diversification.

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January 12, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

Bradley's Brief - Q4 2015

A brief look at the letter from the Prez.

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January 11, 2016

By Tom Bradley

Market weakness: Keeping our eye on the prize - Part II

After a poor start to the year in the markets, some context is useful.

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January 1, 2016

By Scott Ronalds

Readers' choice: Top blog postings of 2015

A look back at our most popular blog posts of 2015.

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December 21, 2015

By Tom Bradley

Who could have predicted these economic and market variables in 2015?

In his last Globe article of 2015, Tom reflects back on a wild year.

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December 15, 2015

By Tom Bradley

Market Weakness: Keeping our Eye on the Prize

Our survival guide for this market turbulence.

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December 11, 2015

By Salman Ahmed

Pseudo-Precision Smoke Machine

As year-end nears, be wary of market predictions for 2016.

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December 9, 2015

By Scott Ronalds

Clarity on TFSA Contribution Limits

The TFSA limit has been changed ... again. We break down the numbers.

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December 8, 2015

By Scott Ronalds

The Steadyhand Holiday Gift Guide

A catalog of gifts for the investors on your list.

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December 3, 2015

By Tom Bradley

Balance Your Portfolio With Care

With "safer" assets being expensive and growth tough to come by, investors need to balance their portfolios with care.

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December 2, 2015

By Tom Bradley

The Alberta Analogy

A look at how Alberta's reality provides some valuable lessons to B.C. and Ontario.

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