Brian Martin, Investment Advisor of RBC Dominon Securities Inc.

09/03/2026

Tariffs, retaliation and shifting supply chains—what the latest moves mean for growth, jobs and prices on both sides of the border.

08/27/2026

5 Million+

In todays world with literacy under attack from youtube and AI I was surprised to learn this fact. (I knew she did this, I didn't realize it included Canada)

5 million+ - The number of books mailed over the past 20 years to Canadian children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a non-profit that gives away free books to children five and younger. Parton died at the age of 80 on Tuesday.

Which brings to mind the saying: Not all heroes where capes

08/27/2026

Since the GENIUS Act created a U.S. regulatory framework for stablecoins, debate has centered on whether digital assets can pay interest. We believe that misses the bigger story: the potentially revolutionary nature of tokenization.

08/20/2026

Canada's economic relationship with the U.S. continues to evolve — and the uncertainty isn't going anywhere. For investors with exposure to Canadian businesses, staying informed on the shifting trade landscape has never been more important.

Our latest analysis from PH&N Chief Investment Strategist, Tasneem Azim-Khan, explores what's at stake as trade negotiations unfold and what it could mean for Canadian markets and portfolios.

The CUSMA conundrum continues.

08/13/2026

Thinking of everyone affected by the wildfires, especially the communities across British Columbia facing evacuations and uncertainty right now. Our thoughts are with those displaced from their homes and the first responders working tirelessly to keep people safe.

At RBC Wealth Management, supporting resilient communities is core to how we work. We are contributing directly to relief efforts in the impacted communities in British Columbia, and our employee donation matching program amplifies the impact we can make together when communities need it most.

RBC also recently renewed its support for The Canadian Red Cross to help them better prepare for and respond to disasters across Canada.

As conditions evolve, we remain committed to standing with these communities through immediate relief and long-term recovery.

08/11/2026

Traditionally, financial planning has focused on one core question: Do you have enough money to retire? Today, that question is just the starting point as planning evolves to incorporate physical, social and cognitive wellness. It’s about thriving across every dimension of life.

This recent episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast speaks beautifully to the topic of longevity and how to think about aging, retirement and your future. And bonus? It features Dr. Joe Coughlin of MIT AgeLab, who is always an engaging listen.

Check it out – and reach out if it sparks any thoughts about your own planning needs.

Mel sits down with Dr. Joseph Coughlin, founding director of the MIT AgeLab, for a research-backed wake-up call that will change your life.

08/07/2026

I saw this stat was worth sharing

AI is always confident and often wrong: When asked 100 questions about personal finance topics, AI answered correctly 56% of the time, was deceptive or misleading 27% of the time, and was outright wrong 17% of the time. However, only 9% of Americans report getting incorrect information from an AI chatbot. This implies that more than a third are receiving wrong or misleading advice without realizing it. Also worth noting: Unlike a traditional adviser, AI doesn’t have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest.

It doesn't surprise me, though does make me nervous that people are going to do things that hurt them financially while thinking they are doing the right thing.

08/06/2026

Our head of Fixed Income Strategy at RBC Dominion Securities, Luis Castillo, recently sat down with macro strategist Jim Bianco to talk inflation. Jim’s take? We've entered a structurally higher inflation environment driven by deglobalization, the shift to remote work, and the massive resource demands of AI infrastructure.

Watch the conversation to hear why he believes core inflation staying above 3% isn't a blip, but a new reality we need to plan around.

And if you want to hear what else the two discussed, reach out and I’d be happy share more about their conversation.

07/30/2026

The post FOMC Recap: Fed remains on pause despite rising uncertainty appeared first on RBC Economics.

The FOMC held interest rates steady in the June meeting – as was widely expected. But the decision this month comes with a growing concern about inflation’s trajectory. Three members voted against the decision to maintain the target range and indicated a preference to increase interest rates at ...

07/23/2026

At the midpoint of 2026, there are a few themes we’re keeping an eye on that are top of mind for investors: AI, defence spending and central bank plans. Watch this video for insights into all three – and reach out if you want to talk through what they may mean for your portfolio.

Find our full 2026 Global Midyear Outlook here: https://bit.ly/4yCDBgO