Testators writing a will should consider whether the executors they are naming are the right people The role of an executor can be complicated and involve tax, legal and other financial decisions. Photo by Getty Images/iStockphoto The most important decision when drafting a will is who to name as the executor, the person responsible for… Continue reading Here’s what you need to know about picking an executor for your will
This will be a pivotal week in the Bank of Canada’s fight against inflation — What you need to know
Kevin Carmichael: There’s a good case for pausing rates now, but it’s probably not enough for the central bank Published Jan 23, 2023 • 6 minute read 9 Comments This week’s Bank of Canada policy decision will be a pivotal moment in governor Tiff Macklem’s battle with inflation. Photo by REUTERS/Jennifer Gauthier The Bank of… Continue reading This will be a pivotal week in the Bank of Canada’s fight against inflation — What you need to know
‘We’re making progress in the right direction’: Economists share their latest predictions for this year’s economy
Don’t miss: This cash back app pays actual cash A low credit score can cost you thousands in interest — here’s how you can prevent that 5 mistakes Canadian parents are making with their life insurance Where are interest rates going? When looking at the Bank of Canada’s 2022 rate increases, Benjamin Reitzes, Canadian rates… Continue reading ‘We’re making progress in the right direction’: Economists share their latest predictions for this year’s economy
Where investors might want to look if interest rates and inflation persist
Look once again at good old-fashioned value plays that have underperformed for the greater part of the past decade Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Photo by ANGELA WEISS/AFP via Getty Images files Given just how sensitive the market is to interest rates these days, it isn’t a surprise that… Continue reading Where investors might want to look if interest rates and inflation persist
The 6 Safest Vanguard Funds to Own in a Bear Market
published 23 January 2023 Vanguard funds are known as practical tools for the buy-and-hold-forever crowd. Their straightforward strategies, broad portfolios, and generally low costs are conducive to investors who want to sit back and let compounding do the work for a decade or two. But in a pinch, the safest Vanguard funds can also be… Continue reading The 6 Safest Vanguard Funds to Own in a Bear Market
US stocks jump as investors get ready for a slew of corporate earnings
Matthew Fox Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images US stocks jumped on Monday as investors get ready for a slew of corporate earnings results. About 25% of the S&P 500 is expected to report their fourth-quarter earnings this week.Tech stocks led the way higher on Monday after Spotify cut 6% of its workforce and an activist investor… Continue reading US stocks jump as investors get ready for a slew of corporate earnings
5 reasons why stock market valuations are poised for a rebound in 2023, according to Raymond James
The S&P 500’s 42% decline in its price-to-earnings multiple is the greatest drop in nearly 50 years, according to Raymond James.The investment firm said falling interest rates and moderating inflation will help drive a rebound in valuation multiples this year. These are five reasons why valuations are poised for a rebound, according to Raymond James. Loading… Continue reading 5 reasons why stock market valuations are poised for a rebound in 2023, according to Raymond James
A pocket of the market sees inflation drifting close to Fed’s goal by June – but BofA says don’t count on that
A corner of the market is pricing in US headline inflation falling to 2.25% by June. But the CPI fixings market is seeing inflation falling too quickly, says Bank of America. BofA sees a pick-up in oil prices putting upward pressure on inflation readings. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite… Continue reading A pocket of the market sees inflation drifting close to Fed’s goal by June – but BofA says don’t count on that