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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.  

Commentary

  • High-yield bonds
    October 25, 2023

    High-yield bonds

    High-yield bonds have historically been an attractive asset class. In this video, Jason Zhang, Portfolio Manager, SLGI Asset Management Inc., explains why they’ve recently lost their appeal and how the Multi-Asset Team has modified its weighting as a result.

  • Granite Funds - Q3 CIO views
    October 24, 2023

    Granite Funds - Q3 CIO views

    As we enter a potential phase of “higher for longer” interest rates, Chhad Aul, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Multi-Asset Solutions, SLGI Asset Management Inc. discusses current opportunities and portfolio positioning. He also talks about how achieving a soft landing may be hard for Canada as the economy slows down and may sink into recession.

  • Today’s cash advantage in our portfolios
    October 12, 2023

    Today’s cash advantage in our portfolios

    Aly Somani, CFA, Portfolio Manager, SLGI Asset Management Inc. talks about shifting financial dynamics and why cash is important today. “We have always considered fixed income (including cash) to be a kind of ballast in our multi-asset portfolios,” he says.

  • Why quality companies matter
    October 12, 2023

    Why quality companies matter

    With ongoing worries about the health of the economy, it’s more important than ever for investors to understand what goes into a quality company, Aly Somani, CFA, Portfolio Manager, SLGI Asset Management Inc. explores the factors that impact quality when researching companies.

  • Q3 2023 | Market Update
    October 04, 2023

    Q3 2023 | Market Update

    Equities suffered as borrowing costs hit multi-year highs. Tight financial conditions in the U.S. also hurt bond markets across the globe.

  • Clients need your help to protect and pass on their legacy – their way
    September 11, 2023

    Clients need your help to protect and pass on their legacy – their way

    Many Canadian baby boomers are retiring. However, many of them haven’t planned their succession yet. This gap opens up the opportunity for advisors to start discussing this important topic with their Clients.

  • Rates, recession and rallies - What now?
    August 16, 2023

    Rates, recession and rallies - What now?

    Chhad Aul, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Multi-Asset Solutions, SLGI Asset Management Inc., discusses how the rate-hiking cycle will affect the economy. He also shares his insights on a potential recession, the performance of artificial intelligence stocks and the current risk-reward scenario provided by high-quality bonds.

  • Granite Target Risk Funds - Q2 CIO Views
    August 16, 2023

    Granite Target Risk Funds - Q2 CIO Views

    Lagged effects of rate hikes are elevating risks to the global economy warns Chhad Aul, CIO and Head of the Multi-Asset Solutions, SLGI Asset Management Inc. He discusses this and how active management and investing in bonds can help amid rising uncertainty. 

  • Recession – How soon?
    July 18, 2023

    Recession – How soon?

    Anthony Wu, Portfolio Manager, SLGI Asset Management Inc., shares his insights on a potential soft-landing scenario. He also provides an overview of the indicators that could show that a recession is on its way.

  • Technology advances - What should investors consider?
    July 17, 2023

    Technology advances - What should investors consider?

    Artificial intelligence has gathered a lot of attention on the markets lately. In this video, Anthony Wu, Portfolio Manager, SLGI Asset Management Inc., discusses how technology innovations have impacts on the markets and on portfolio management.