The Three Stages of the Global Economic Recovery
The global economic recovery can be described as unfolding over three stages, with the first phase of the recovery most likely to be characterized by a risk-on mentality.
The global economic recovery can be described as unfolding over three stages, with the first phase of the recovery most likely to be characterized by a risk-on mentality.
On days full of uncertainty and worry for the times ahead, a little chocolate can't hurt. Nothing beats a creamy, chocolaty treat on a hot summer day.
As we reflect on what has transpired over the last six months, we find ourselves somewhat shocked and speechless. Collectively, the team has worked through decades of economic and market cycles and numerous global crises, and we’ve never experienced an environment like we have today. The COVID-19 global pandemic has thrown all market dynamics up in the air.
[Manulife Investment Management] Timing the market means buying or selling based on trying to predict economic trends. While it may seem like an easy enough concept, using this technique isn’t a winning investment strategy.
Why that “bonus” cash isn’t really a reason to celebrate.
On March 25, the Canadian federal government passed legislation, as part of its COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, that reduces the Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) minimum that must be withdrawn by 25 per cent for 2020.