Market Pulse April 2026
Stock markets rebounded strongly in April after weakening in March. The S&P/TSX Composite Index gained 3.7% during the month, helped by strength in the industrial and technology sectors and by strong corporate earnings.
Stock markets rebounded strongly in April after weakening in March. The S&P/TSX Composite Index gained 3.7% during the month, helped by strength in the industrial and technology sectors and by strong corporate earnings.
The spring economic update outlines several proposed changes affecting workers, home buyers, people with disabilities, and business owners. Below is a summary of selected measures that may be relevant for investors in the coming years.
Markets pulled back sharply in March as geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices weighed on stocks and bonds—but this isn’t a repeat of 2022. Learn why today’s higher rates, cooler inflation, and different policy backdrop change the outlook, even amid renewed volatility.
Markets hit record highs—then headlines took over. Q1 2026 reminded investors how quickly sentiment can shift amid geopolitical uncertainty. But does volatility signal lasting damage, or temporary disruption? History offers useful clues. Explore why staying disciplined through uncertainty may matter more now than ever.
Global geopolitical and economic uncertainty has unfortunately become a defining characteristic of the 2020s, the recent increase in military activity and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East being yet another example.
As we approach the end of the calendar year, it’s important to start thinking about the 2025 tax filing deadline and planning for 2026. You can reduce your taxes by maximizing available deductions and credits.
Despite global uncertainty, markets delivered strong gains in 2025, driven by rate cuts, steady growth, and AI optimism. The year reinforced the value of focusing on long-term goals over short-term headlines.
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As the year wraps up, many investors start wondering whether their portfolios are still on track. This is one of the most hands-on times in my practice, and a chance to help clients feel organized before the new year begins. In my latest article, I share the key areas I review at year-end: performance, risk, tax-smart opportunities, and income planning. If you’re looking for a calm, clear approach to year-end planning, this is a good place to start.
As 2025 comes to a close, many people start thinking about giving back — not out of pressure, but out of intention. Charitable giving can be a powerful way to support the causes that matter to you, and a bit of planning now can help it fit more comfortably into your financial picture. In my latest article, I explore simple, thoughtful ways to approach year-end giving so you can feel organized, confident, and aligned with your values.
Transparency is changing again for Canadian investors. Starting in 2026, new Total Cost Reporting (TCR) rules will give you a clearer view of what you’re really paying to invest; not just advisor fees, but the full cost of the products you hold. For many, it’s an opportunity to connect the dots between cost and value, and to have more informed conversations about performance, planning, and long-term goals. Here’s what you can expect when TCR takes effect.