Cameron MacKenzie, Investment Advisor of RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

09/09/2020

If November sees a clean sweep for the Democrats, which sectors could emerge as the winners and losers?

08/27/2020

How Big Tech is using a downturn to its advantage

Listen to The 10-Minute Take with RBC Capital Markets' Internet Analyst. Mark Mahaney talks about how Big Tech players like Amazon are faring in the midst of COVID-19.

08/22/2020

The Fed appears to be shying away from further policy action as conditions remain favorable. But it stands ready to move should action be required.

08/15/2020

With Q2 earnings better than feared, what does this mean for the 2020–21 earnings outlook? And is the market’s current valuation a sticking point?

Corporate and market fundamentals are moving in the right direction, along with the economy. Is this a sticking point? We discuss in our latest Global Insight Weekly.

08/06/2020

Gold has reached new highs against a backdrop of economic uncertainty. We look at its future prospects in light of economic stimulus and macro trends.

Gold has reached new highs against a backdrop of economic uncertainty. We look at its future prospects in light of economic stimulus and macro trends

08/01/2020

As COVID-19 uncertainties continue, we examine revised GDP outlooks for the U.S., Canada, the EU, and China, and discuss portfolio positioning.

Eric Lascelles, RBC GAM Chief Economist, is adjusting his forecast for economic recovery in the U.S. Learn why, see how Canada compares, and how Asia, the UK and EU are proceeding on their paths to economic recovery.

07/25/2020

Interest rates on investment-grade corporate debt are at historic lows, but we see value in preferred shares for fixed income portfolios.

Several factors have pushed the average yield on U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds below 2% for the first time, while premiums for those bonds have risen to previously unseen heights. Learn what factors lead to this rally.

07/18/2020

The president is but one of many factors that impact markets. Don’t let the media’s election coverage sway investment strategy. Focus on what matters.

Our new weekly series, “U.S. elections & market matters” will examine the aspects of the 2020 elections that are most pertinent to financial markets, investment portfolios, and the economy. Read here.

07/09/2020

David Chilton, the Wealthy Barber, shares why having your estate organized is as important now as ever.

The Wealthy Barber says it’s important to talk to your loved ones about your estate plan and where your important documents can be found.

10/28/2019

Today, a 60-year-old has a 50 % chance of living to age 94, according to the Financial Planning Standards Board. Learn how an advisor can help you structure your portfolio to prepare for a longer retirement.

The potential for longer retirements and lower investment yields means investors may need to consider different ways of structuring their portfolios.

08/07/2019

As The Wealthy Barber author David Chilton says, “Dying without a will can leave your heirs with major stresses precisely when that’s the last thing they need as they grieve.” Learn how having an up-to-date will can help ease the burden on your loved ones, visit http://bitly.com/2YzFUiq

This article is part of a series created in collaboration between RBC Wealth Management Royal Trust and David Chilton, author of best-selling personal finance guides The Wealthy Barber and The Wealthy Barber Returns, and former dragon on CBC’s Dragons’ Den.