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Cutting Through the Noise


February 19, 2019

By Tom Bradley

Two new funds at Steadyhand

We're excited to announce the launch of two new funds for growth-oriented investors — Steadyhand Global Small-Cap Equity Fund and Steadyhand Builders Fund.

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February 11, 2019

By Tom Bradley

Five deeply ingrained misconceptions about the market

A look at why investors are well-served to cut through the industry lore.

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January 30, 2019

By Tom Bradley

Clients statements at Steadyhand

A follow-up to our recent piece on year-end reporting.

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January 28, 2019

By Tom Bradley

Want to know how risky your portfolio is? How it performed in 2018 will give you a good idea

This is the best time you’ll have all year to assess how you’re doing and whether your provider is delivering the goods. Here are some things to look for.

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January 14, 2019

By Tom Bradley

Market narratives spread like epidemics and can turn on a dime

In his Financial Post column, Tom looks at how prevailing narratives influence economic and market behaviour.

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January 4, 2019

By Tom Bradley

Ideas for your RRSP and TFSA contributions

Not sure where to invest this year's RRSP or TFSA contribution? We've got a few ideas.

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December 31, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Outlook 2019: Are the dog days over?

Thirteen market observations for what could be a bounce-back 2019.

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December 17, 2018

By Tom Bradley

If you want to invest like the Patriots, you need the right gameplan

Like the Patriots, portfolio managers have edges they can exploit. Here are three.

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December 12, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Meet Lisa

Meet our newest Associate Investor Specialist, Lisa Guo.

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December 6, 2018

By Tom Bradley

The Bank Profit Indicator

Canada's big banks make gobs of money. We feel obligated to report just how much.

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December 3, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Bear market truths

Everyone becomes an economist in bad markets and tends to forget what they don’t know. Don't be that person.

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November 21, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Our playbook for falling markets

Our team came in on Monday morning to a longish email from president Tom Bradley on our strategy and recent investment moves. We thought the email would also be helpful for clients, so here is a slightly gussied up version.

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November 19, 2018

By Tom Bradley

What investors in the U.K. are talking about, when they aren't talking about Brexit

While we focus on pipelines, U.S. and Canadian politics, a big chunk of the world is in growth mode. Tom elaborates in his Financial Post column.

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November 14, 2018

By Tom Bradley

The best defense is a good offense

Deep thoughts from an executive forum on regulatory reform and the future of advice.

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November 5, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Lessons I learned from an investment industry legend

Bob Hager's lessons are still applicable today, with the most lasting ones coming from bad markets.

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October 30, 2018

By Tom Bradley

London Calling — Bank stocks

Tom reports back from London with some observations on how banks are viewed by non-Canadian investors.

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October 29, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Canada's place in your portfolio

Geographic diversification is crucial in any portfolio. But the types of companies you own and the investment approach you pursue shouldn't play second fiddle.

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October 22, 2018

By Tom Bradley

When it comes to markets, it's hard to define what 'normal' is. But this isn't it.

In his Financial Post column, Tom suggests there are lots of reasons to believe that today’s investment landscape is anything but normal.

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October 18, 2018

By Tom Bradley

London Calling — Brexit

Tom reports back from London on a little topic that seems to be preoccupying people in the UK — Brexit.

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October 8, 2018

By Tom Bradley

The last third

Putting the office hockey pool ahead of retirement planning? You're not the only one. Here are a few steps to help get you more engaged in planning for the last third of your life.

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October 3, 2018

By Tom Bradley

The decline of the 'in the dark' business model

Most investment firms have operated under the assumption that by keeping clients in the dark, they’re less likely to leave. It now feels like the worm is turning.

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September 24, 2018

By Tom Bradley

When picking a portfolio manager or advisor, remember the 'Seven Ps'

Seven factors that are better predictors of future returns than what investors often use — a casual recommendation, glossy brochure or good recent returns.

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September 17, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Five lessons from the Financial Crisis

In his Financial Post column, Tom looks at how Black Monday and the dot-com crash were just preseason games compared to the fall of 2008.

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August 28, 2018

By Tom Bradley

Manager change for the Global Equity Fund

The full background on why we've decided to replace the manager of our Global Equity Fund.

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August 27, 2018

By Tom Bradley

The pros and cons of private equity

Private equity has risen in popularity in recent years, but there are important tradeoffs investors should be aware of.

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