Commentary

How will inflation & negative returns impact my retirement portfolio?

An increasing number of Canadians are retiring, and many before they turn 65. Recent data from Statistics Canada suggests that the number of retirees is up 50%1 and economists warn that this trend may likely continue.  

How will inflation & negative returns impact my retirement portfolio?

An increasing number of Canadians are retiring, and many before they turn 65. Recent data from Statistics Canada suggests that the number of retirees is up 50%1 and economists warn that this trend may likely continue.  

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    Granite funds Q2 2024 CIO views

    U.S. and emerging market equities fueled gains in the quarter, while Canadian and international equities were flat. Looking forward, Chhad Aul, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Multi-Asset Solutions, SLGI Asset Management Inc., expects that active management may do well in light of slowing economies and pressure to lower interest rates.

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    Q2 2024 | Market Update

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    A century of innovating

    Over its 100-year history, MFS Investment Management has brought several innovations to the market and is said to be largely responsible for the democratization of investing.

  • June 25, 2024

    Building on two rich histories: Sun Life and MFS Investment Management

    Discover how the rich histories of MFS Investment Management and Sun Life intersect.

  • June 21, 2024

    Granite: Adjusting the tactical mix

    The Multi-Asset Solutions Team behind Sun Life Granite Managed Solutions continues to develop and evolve its time-tested investment approach.* One of the components is a strategy to adapt to market changes: tactical asset allocation.

  • June 21, 2024

    Sun Life Granite Portfolios: Cruise control isn’t perfect – why set it and forget it is a myth

    Every good driver knows you need to stay alert at the wheel when you’re on cruise control. You can’t just take a nap while the kilometres roll by.

  • June 20, 2024

    How investment managers can learn from mobile phone design

    Discover how Sun Life Granite Managed Solutions set the example.