How to survive a bear attack - While we were surprised at the negative announcement, we maintain our stance that a typical recession in 2022 remains a low-probability event. [Manulife Investment Management]
Think about time in the markets – not timing the markets – that can help achieve your financial goals. Solutions For Financial Planning, Spring 2022*
An uphill start to 2022: War in Ukraine and Fed rate tightening. The first few months of 2022 have been rough for investors.
Global stocks fell last Thursday morning (February 24, 2022) while bonds and oil rose as Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a military attack on Ukraine, raising tensions in an area that was already on edge. Read more...
What’s causing the recent market volatility and selloff? While the Fed has communicated that it’s likely to begin raising interest rates sooner than originally expected, we don’t believe this is a cause for concern. In our view, despite the short-term volatility that a pivot in monetary policy will create, it’s a positive development. Read More...
One of the best examples of eternal optimism is author J.K. Rowling’s success story. Her original Harry Potter novel was rejected 12 times before it was published. Despite these setbacks, Rowling never stopped believing in her idea. She was ultimately rewarded for her perseverance, and more often than not, investors are rewarded for their optimism...