Cutting Through the Noise
September 2, 2015
With several ETFs being terminated, a good reminder that it's dangerous to let industry trends determine your portfolio holdings.
Read MoreAugust 21, 2015
Some important points to remember in light of the current market weakness.
Read MoreAugust 20, 2015
Canadians are carrying a lot of debt, which no matter how the banks spin it, is not a good thing.
Read MoreAugust 17, 2015
In his latest Globe article, Tom emphasizes that how you invest now will play a big role in your standard of living in the last third of your life.
Read MoreAugust 13, 2015
August 11, 2015
A look at why we should never assume the stock market is tightly linked to the economy.
Read MoreAugust 5, 2015
Central bankers' views on near-zero interest rates are changing, and hopefully more balance is coming into the conversation.
Read MoreJuly 31, 2015
July 15, 2015
There are always disconnects in the markets. Things that are out of whack with what we've come to expect. As Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett's investment partner points out in the quote above, there seems to be more than usual right now.
Read MoreJune 18, 2015
Are central bankers getting in the way of the natural path of an economic cycle?
Read MoreJune 10, 2015
In response to an investor's question, we explain the difference between being cautious and market timing.
Read MoreJune 8, 2015
A quote from Charlie Munger captures the essence of the economic experiment that we’re all taking part in.
Read MoreJune 4, 2015
When picking an investment firm to work with, the people and approach are the biggies. Tom elaborates in his Globe and Mail column.
Read MoreMay 27, 2015
A look at what you can do to protect yourself from short-termitis and best-number syndrome.
Read MoreMay 26, 2015
May 21, 2015
While we're currently cautious in our outlook for the markets, 'conservative' is not a good tagline for Steadyhand.
Read MoreMay 13, 2015
With bonds and stocks looking expensive, it's not such a bad thing to have some cash set aside for a rainy day.
Read MoreMay 8, 2015
The Canadian and U.S. central banks are good at finding a reason why they shouldn’t increase interest rates. It's time to put a little hay in the loft.
Read MoreMay 6, 2015
April 30, 2015
Retail banking in Canada is hugely profitable, which is why RBC's fee hike announcement is causing a stir.
Read MoreApril 27, 2015
Words of wisdom from Warren Buffett on the topic of borrowing to invest.
Read MoreApril 20, 2015
A look at how the recent moves in exchange rates and energy prices have recast the shape of trade and capital flows.
Read MoreApril 15, 2015
We're looking for an Investor Specialist in our Toronto office. Do you have what it takes?
Read MoreApril 7, 2015
Is the Canadian housing market heading towards a soft landing? Hardly.
Read MoreMarch 25, 2015
Uh-oh ... Canadian banks are starting to offer teaser rates on mortgages.
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