Richard Rampersad

10/09/2026

SpaceX Stock SPCX

SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corp.) is an American aerospace manufacturer, launch service provider, and satellite communications company founded by Elon Musk in 2002.

The company focuses on four core areas:

* Rocket and Spacecraft Manufacturing & Launch: SpaceX builds and flies the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, along with the Dragon spacecraft. It pioneered reusable orbital-class rocket boosters that land back on Earth so they can fly again, cutting the cost of space travel.

* NASA and Government Missions: It serves as a primary commercial partner for NASA, transporting astronauts and cargo to and from the International Space Station (ISS) via the Dragon capsule, in addition to handling defense and national security space launches.

* Starlink Satellite Internet: It operates Starlink, a massive constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites that provides high-speed, low-latency broadband internet across the globe.

* Deep Space & AI/Compute Initiatives: It develops Starship—a fully reusable heavy-lift transportation system designed for future missions to the Moon, Mars, and deep space—while also expanding into orbital AI data centers and related technology infrastructure.

Space Exploration Technologies trades under the ticker symbol SPCX, at approximately $164.35 per share.

IPO Details
* Date: June 12, 2026
* Exchange & Ticker: Nasdaq under SPCX
* IPO Price: $135.00 per share
* Opening Trade: $150.00 per share
* Valuation at Launch: Roughly $1.77 trillion (raising $85.7 billion)

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Richard Rampersad

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iA Gestion privée de patrimoine | iA Private Wealth

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10/05/2026

09/25/2026

“Why Professional Networking Builds a Stronger Wealth Practice”

I’m excited to share that my financial industry article has been published by Wealth Professional.

🔗 https://www.wealthprofessional.ca/news/advisor-intel/why-professional-networking-builds-a-stronger-wealth-practice/393621

After nearly two decades in wealth management, one lesson has become increasingly clear to me: the strongest professional relationships aren’t built by asking for business — they’re built by creating value, earning trust and putting clients first.

In the article, I share some of the principles that have shaped how I’ve built RR Wealth Management: collaborating with other professionals, listening before speaking, consistently following through, and viewing networking as a long-term investment in relationships rather than a source of transactions.

Having the opportunity to contribute my perspective to the broader Canadian wealth management industry is something I’m very proud of.

And hopefully, this is the first of many.

Trust before business. Relationships before transactions.

— Richard Rampersad, CIM®
Portfolio Manager | RR Wealth Management
iA Private Wealth

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09/23/2026

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Richard Rampersad

Gestionnaire de portefeuille| Portfolio Manager

iA Gestion privée de patrimoine | iA Private Wealth

514-447-9976 x 222

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525-2525, boulevard Daniel-Johnson,
Laval (Québec) H7T 1S9

09/14/2026

The Buffett Indicator 📈📊

The Buffett Indicator is currently sitting at roughly 241%, signaling that the U.S. stock market is significantly overvalued compared to the underlying size of the economy.

What is the Buffett Indicator?
* Definition: It divides the total value of the U.S. stock market (such as the Wilshire 5000) by the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

* The Rule: Warren Buffett once called it “probably the best single measure of where valuations stand at any given moment”.

* Historical Thresholds:
* 75% to 90%: Fairly valued.
* Around 100%: Moderately overvalued.
* Over 120%: Significantly overvalued.
* Above 200%: “Playing with fire,” according to Buffett’s past writings.

Current Market Context

* Why it is so high: Mega-cap tech and artificial intelligence enthusiasm have driven stock prices up much faster than nominal economic growth. Additionally, many large U.S. companies earn a vast portion of their revenue overseas, which adds to market value without counting toward domestic GDP.

* Limitations: The indicator cannot predict short-term market drops. Stocks can remain expensive for a long time, especially when interest rates or corporate profit margins behave differently than in past decades.

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Richard Rampersad

Gestionnaire de portefeuille| Portfolio Manager

iA Gestion privée de patrimoine | iA Private Wealth

514-447-9976 x 222

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Laval (Québec) H7T 1S9

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09/07/2026

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Richard Rampersad

Gestionnaire de portefeuille| Portfolio Manager

iA Gestion privée de patrimoine | iA Private Wealth

514-447-9976 x 222

[email protected]

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525-2525, boulevard Daniel-Johnson,
Laval (Québec) H7T 1S9

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09/03/2026

🏦The Petro Dollar System🛢️

The petrodollar system is an arrangement where crude oil is priced and traded globally in U.S. dollars ($), regardless of which countries are buying or selling it.

Established in the 1970s through a landmark agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia, the system guarantees that oil-exporting nations price their energy exports in dollars and channel their surplus cash back into U.S. financial markets (such as U.S. Treasury bonds).

The petrodollar system faces mounting structural and geopolitical pressure driven by the 2026 Middle East conflict, alternative currency settlements, and shifting sovereign wealth recycling.

📊 Current Pressures on the System

* Geopolitical Conflict: The war with Iran strains the traditional Gulf security-for-oil recycling pact.

* Alternative Currencies: Iran and BRICS initiatives push non-dollar settlements like the Chinese yuan for regional energy flows.

* Diminished Recycling: Gulf states run smaller surpluses and favor diversified equity over U.S. Treasuries.

* Sanctions Blowback: Weaponization of the financial system accelerates de-dollarization efforts among rival nations.

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Richard Rampersad

Gestionnaire de portefeuille| Portfolio Manager

iA Gestion privée de patrimoine | iA Private Wealth

514-447-9976 x 222

[email protected]

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525-2525, boulevard Daniel-Johnson,
Laval (Québec) H7T 1S9

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08/31/2026

Richard Rampersad is the Founder of RR Wealth Management.

As a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®), he has built a reputation as one of Canada’s top wealth advisors.

Under Richard’s leadership, RR Wealth Management has grown into a leading wealth management firm recognized for its unwavering commitment to clients, industry excellence, and award-winning performance.

RR Wealth Management provides coordinated financial planning, investment oversight, wealth administration, and family engagement services tailored to affluent clients. From the very beginning, our purpose has been to deliver clarity, insight, and assurance in the day-to-day stewardship of our clients’ lives and financial assets. We work closely with families to articulate a clear vision for their future and cultivate a broader, long-term outlook grounded in experienced and impartial guidance. Through this approach, our clients gain the confidence that every aspect of their affairs is carefully considered, strategically managed, and securely entrusted.

RR Wealth Management offers a range of investment products, such as stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, and pension plans, and leverages the expertise and resources of iA Private Wealth, one of Canada’s leading independent wealth management firms.

We value trust, transparency, and collaboration, and strive to build long-term relationships with clients based on mutual success.

06/21/2026

📈 📝 2nd Investment Opinion?

Getting a second opinion on your investment portfolio provides an objective assessment of your financial health. It helps uncover hidden investment fees, correct unintended risk exposures, and optimize your tax strategies. Ultimately, it confirms if your current strategy actually aligns with your evolving long-term goals.

A second set of eyes can identify and resolve several common portfolio blind spots:

* Unintended Risk Exposure: Over time, portfolios drift as markets fluctuate. A review ensures your allocation matches your current risk tolerance and timeline.

* Hidden Costs & Inefficiencies: A fresh perspective can spot overlapping investments, hidden fees, or opportunities to reduce costs.

* Tax Optimization: A second opinion might reveal missed opportunities for tax-efficient withdrawals or asset placement, which can significantly boost your net returns.

* Life Changes: If you’ve recently experienced a major event—like marriage, divorce, a career change, or approaching retirement—a second review ensures your investments still fit your updated life stage.

* Confirmation & Peace of Mind: Sometimes your current strategy is perfect. An objective review can simply validate your approach, giving you the confidence to stay the course during market volatility.

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Richard Rampersad

Conseiller en placement | Investment Advisor
iA Gestion privée de patrimoine | iA Private Wealth

514-447-9976 x 222

[email protected]

Richardrampersad.com

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