Moody's reports US commercial real estate transaction volume saw its first YOY negative growth in two years. High rates cause buyer-seller stalemate; Multifamily drops 27%.
Guide for advisors: Shift Gen Z life insurance pitch from legacy to lifetime value and financial foundation. Focus on empathy, education, and countering finfluencer advice.
Canadian ETFs hit record $13.8B inflow in Nov, y-t-d total > $100B. AiF warns investors: Record inflows signal high risk; commodities and leveraged products surge.
Vancouver real estate sales drop 15%. Inventory surge and buyer caution push benchmark prices down 4%-7% annually. Analysis of Q4 market trends.
Fitch reports Big Six banks' 2025 aggregate revenue grew 15%. Strong capital and AI investment position banks to weather macro challenges despite "deteriorating" sector outlook.
Fitch Ratings reports US banks increasing crypto exposure face growing reputational, liquidity, operational, and compliance risks despite regulatory acceptance.
Analyzing the CIBC report on BoC inflation fears and rate hikes. AiF argues BoC overlooks long-term structural risk, warning of an accelerating "pyramidal" shift in Canada’s social structure.
Guide for advisors: Use economic uncertainty to shine by following 5 steps (Ask, Drill Down, Adjust) and adhering to Client-Focused Reforms to protect your licence.
Advisors' guide to growing business with young clients. Focus on customizing contact, understanding cashflow, and providing conflict-free advice to Gen Z and Millennials.
Advisors must adjust client intake questions. 6 new conversation-starters help connect with Millennial/Gen Z clients who use finfluencers, focusing on values before assets.