Volatility has returned in a big way. With volatility comes lower stock prices, and that can be good news if you know how to harness your emotions. Lower stock prices can help you build incredible wealth. But learning how to stay the course through market corrections and bear markets is essential. Understanding how the stock […]
The market gives Trump the thumbs down in the first quarter.
While Donald Trump is quick to give the thumbs up sign, the markets returned the gesture with a big thumbs down. U.S. stock markets are down smartly in the first quarter of 2025. Meanwhile International stocks are the new kid in town in 2025. Money is experiencing a mass emigration. International developed market stocks are […]
Don’t avoid U.S. stocks. Embrace a global portfolio.
We all know that Canadians are up in arms (well, elbows are up to be more specific) over President Trump’s strategy to destroy Canada, economically. There is a national wave of pride that says ‘Buy Canadian’ and avoid most anything produced in the U.S. More Canadians refuse to cross the border as well, tourism to […]
Calling on the Dividend Aristocrats on the Sunday Reads.
Given that the S&P 500 moved into correction territory this past week, it’s not surprising that every other article or podcast subject matter focuses on defensive stocks. A correction is a 10% decline from the previous peak. The growth oriented Nasdaq 100 was down about 14%. One article that caught my eye focuses on the […]
Managing risk in the age of uncertainty.
OK, the headline could be accused of being an oxymoron. The future is always uncertain. This age is just like the last age, and the age before that. There’s always “stuff” to be worried about. That said, you can’t blame Canadians, Mexicans, Panamanians and Greenlanders for thinking that 2025 brings a certain level of risk […]
Playing defense with Canadian utility stocks and ETFs.
The utility sector is known for its defensive qualities, providing a stable investment option in times of market uncertainty. By overweighting defensive sectors, investors can lower the volatility (risk) of their portfolios. Many will refer to Canadian utilities as ‘bond proxies’ due to their steadiness. However, the true strength lies not in the dividends they […]