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Cutting Through the Noise


January 23, 2023

By Tom Bradley

3 reasons why investing now is better than in the go-go days of 2021

Why we like the lay of the land for bonds, price-to-earnings ratios and investor sentiment.

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January 19, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Year-end Review and Investment Outlook (Video)

A recap of 2022 and a discussion on interest rates, inflation, and when things will get better.

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January 16, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

The benefits of diversification — 2022

A colourful look at the benefits of diversification.

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January 10, 2023

By Tom Bradley

Bradley's Brief — Q4 2022

Tom Bradley's quarterly letter to clients.

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January 9, 2023

By Tom Bradley

How investors can turn last year’s mistakes into their future advantage

Last year was a tough one for investors. We can all take to heart some lessons, however, that shouldn't be wasted.

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January 2, 2023

By Scott Ronalds

Important TFSA & RRSP Numbers for 2023

As we step into a new year, it’s timely to highlight a few important financial numbers for 2023.

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December 29, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

The big stories of 2022

It can be helpful to reflect back on some of the year’s biggest stories and events when thinking about the outlook for your portfolio. Here, we walk through some of the key happenings that 2022 will be remembered for.

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December 22, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

Saga of the Cariboo Camels

What the story of 23 camels brought to the Cariboo in the 1860's can teach us about culling an investment.

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December 19, 2022

By Salman Ahmed

Video: Are small-cap stocks a good investment now?

Salman Ahmed talks to our global small-cap manager about his outlook for the asset class and positioning of our fund.

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December 15, 2022

By Salman Ahmed

Top holiday financial tips from the experts

Some timely personal finance tips from four of Canada's leading financial planners.

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December 14, 2022

By Neil Jensen

Job Opportunity: Investor Specialist (Toronto)

We are looking for an Investor Specialist to join our growing team in Toronto.

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December 12, 2022

By Tom Bradley

Questions to ask when looking at companies that have yet to turn a profit

Investors are less starry-eyed about tech and growth companies in 2022 and want to see real earnings, or at least a credible plan to get there. Here are the questions to ask when looking for the next future profit machines.

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December 8, 2022

By Salman Ahmed

Video: Investing in Europe amidst a war and energy crisis

Salman Ahmed speaks with our Global Small-Cap Equity Fund manager about investing in Europe during a time of war, political uncertainty, and an energy crisis.

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December 6, 2022

By Salman Ahmed

Video: China, Asia, and Emerging Markets Investment Outlook

Salman Ahmed speaks with our Global Small-Cap Equity Fund manager about investing in emerging markets and the associated opportunities and challenges.

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November 30, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

Year-end distributions

All you need to know about distributions, and the estimated year-end figures for our funds.

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November 28, 2022

By Tom Bradley

It takes two to tango, so investors should figure out what the other side is thinking

For every buyer, there's a seller with a different opinion. That's what makes a market. Which is why it can be helpful to pause to understand what the investor you’re transacting with is thinking before hitting the buy or sell button.

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November 25, 2022

By Tom Bradley

If you wait for certainty ...

'If you wait for certainty you'll miss the market.' These words of wisdom from Bob Hager refer to the notion that by the time the concerns and risks of the day are resolved, stock prices will already be significantly higher.

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November 24, 2022

By Salman Ahmed

Video: The future of global tech stocks — is this an opportunity or is there more pain to come?

Salman Ahmed speaks with our Global Small-Cap Equity Fund manager about the global technology sector.

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November 21, 2022

By Tom Bradley

My 15 minutes of fame

Tom Bradley's speech from his induction into Canada's Investment Industry Hall of Fame, which took place on October 27.

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November 15, 2022

By Tom Bradley

Things investors should focus on and things they can probably ignore

Tom Bradley offers a few ideas to help you manage your attention capacity when it comes to investing.

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November 3, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

Savings Fund yield on the rise

Savers haven’t had much to cheer about over the last decade, with short-term interest rates at rock-bottom levels. Well, no longer. Rates have risen significantly this year, and the yield on our Savings Fund has followed suit.

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November 1, 2022

By Tom Bradley

There's a good side to oligopolies and a lack of competition if you're an investor

What’s hammering your budget may be benefiting your portfolio. Tom Bradley explains in his Financial Post column.

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October 31, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

Chris Stephenson recognized as one of Canada’s top financial advisors

We’re pleased to announce that Investor Specialist Chris Stephenson has been recognized as one of the country’s best financial advisors in the 2022 Report on Business ranking of Canada’s Top Wealth Advisors.

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October 26, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

Stocks are down a lot, is it time to 'start the car'?

Is it time to back up the truck on stocks? I’d say no. But it’s a decent sale, nonetheless.

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October 24, 2022

By Scott Ronalds

Income Fund Distribution Increased

While rising interest rates have hurt bond investors this year, there is a benefit: the increased cost of borrowing means higher interest payments to lenders. Bond portfolios are thus able to generate a higher income stream. In the case of our Income Fund, this has enabled us to increase its quarterly distribution.

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