July 2013 Market Recap
Third quarter starts off strong The third quarter started off well with gains in both stocks and bonds. Worries over higher interest rates took a back seat to improving economic fundamentals both at home and abroad. In Canada, the S&P/TSX Composite Index rose by 3.2%, led by strong gains in gold companies, consumer staples and financials. Gold rallied by more than 7.3% on expectations that...
Read MoreThird quarter starts off strong
Calmer heads prevail as economic numbers continue to improve. The third quarter started off well with gains in both stocks and bonds. Worries over higher interest rates took a back seat to improving economic fundamentals both at home and abroad. In Canada, the S&P/TSX Composite Index rose by 3.2%, led by strong gains in gold companies, consumer staples and financials. Gold rallied by more...
Read MoreModel Portfolio Review – July 2013
With investor worries over higher rates pushed to the backburner, the portfolios all posted respectable gains. The Growth Portfolio led the pack, gaining 2.8%, handily outpacing its benchmark thanks to strong showings from the Renaissance Global Healthcare Fund, Trimark U.S. Small Companies Fund, and the Mackenzie Ivy Foreign Equity Fund. Year to date, the portfolio is up more than 15%. At the...
Read MoreTop Funds Report – August 2013
Download the PDF Version of this Report Third quarter starts off strong Calmer heads prevail as economic numbers continue to improve. The third quarter started off well with gains in both stocks and bonds. Worries over higher interest rates took a back seat to improving economic fundamentals both at home and abroad. In Canada, the S&P/TSX Composite Index rose by 3.2%, led by...
Read MoreSocially Responsible Investing Report – July 2013
With environmental and human rights concerns becoming more important to people, interest in the Socially Responsible Investing segment has never been stronger. In an effort to help keep investors and advisors informed on the SRI funds available, we have created our monthly Socially Responsible Investing Fund Report, which will be published on a monthly basis. You can download the July 2013...
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