In-depth analysis of five decades of Dow Jones Industrial Average data to evaluate the current market climate for this year's Christmas Rally. Gain insight into the AI-driven environment, the evolving rate cycle, and effective investment strategies.
Canada's 11-month inflation held at 2.2%. Food inflation hit 4.7%, driven by a 17.7% jump in beef and a 27.8% rise in coffee prices. Experts forecast BoC rates to hold through 2026.
Top investors discuss the shift to alternatives: Why the IPO market is "broken," how Stealth QE enables long-term holding, and the necessity of giving retail access to private markets.
UBS reports 287 new billionaires created in 2025, reaching $15.8T total wealth. Billionaires remain bullish on US stocks but diversify geographically toward Europe and China.
Multi-stimulus (rate cut, Stealth QE, future cuts promised, GDP upgrade) drives Dow to record high. All four positive signals indicate a sustained, strong market rally.
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.