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Markets with Mike – September 2024

Markets with Mike – September 2024

Market risk: who will win the election for U.S. President and what implications does that person’s policy agenda have on the market?

Markets With Mike – August 2024

Markets With Mike – August 2024

What is going on in the market this august and what does it mean for investors? Keep reading for the August 2024 edition of Markets with Mike!

Q2 2024 Market Commentary

Q2 2024 Market Commentary

Keep reading as we share our Market Commentary for Q2 2024. For more information, please contact your Advisor.

Markets with Mike – June 2024

Markets with Mike – June 2024

Keep reading to discover our June market commentary. We dive into the fear index, inflation, interest rates, and more!

Markets with Mike – May 2024

Markets with Mike – May 2024

Let’s take a short glimpse at the current state of the Canadian economy and market in May 2024 to form opinions on whether the BOC will, should, or should have already cut rates.

Q1 2024 Market Commentary

Q1 2024 Market Commentary

The first three months of the year saw a continuation of the market froth that formed in Q4 of 2023 but with less breath. Keep reading for our market commentary for Q1 2024!

Markets with Mike – March 2024

Markets with Mike – March 2024

In 2024, the spotlight has shifted from the once-revered “Magnificent 7” to the standout performance of the “Magnificent 4” – Nvidia, Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon. Their impressive strides contrast with the subdued performance of Tesla, Alphabet, and Apple. Nvidia’s stellar quarterly report, revealing surging demand for AI accelerator chips, has particularly fueled market enthusiasm. Amidst this, global equities surged by over 6% last month, while bond markets faced volatility due to shifting expectations around central bank interest rate cuts.

Markets with Mike – February 2024

Markets with Mike – February 2024

What market insights should you be aware of for February? From changes in interest rates to how prices are rising, and even the ups and downs of big tech companies, there’s a lot to unpack. Let’s dive in and see what they might mean for our wallets and the economy.

Q3 2023 Market Commentary

Q3 2023 Market Commentary

Keep reading as we discuss the financial markets in Q3 of 2023. If you have any questions, we invite you to reach out to our team.

Q2 2023 Market Commentary

Q2 2023 Market Commentary

In Q2, the market keeps its eyes locked on the fight against inflation, which appears to be abating to a level much closer to both the historical average and Central Bankers’ target.

2022 Q4 Market Commentary

2022 Q4 Market Commentary

Discover Raintree Wealth Management’s long-term approach to investing in their 2022 Q4 Market Commentary. Learn about fixed income yields, equity market entry points, and tactical strategies.