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Webinar - Shedding some light on government programs: Old Age Security (OAS) - Saturday, June 7, 2025
How much can I expect from OAS? Who is eligible for the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)?
Join this webinar to learn about these government programs, including when and how to receive them.
Manulife
Jun 4, 20251 min read
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We need to pay more attention to how we talk to girls about money
I was eight years old when I started thinking about money. My parents had just split up, and my stay-at-home mother suddenly had to figure out how to run a household as a single parent after being out of the workforce for ten years.
Manulife Wealth
May 30, 20251 min read
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Five investing mistakes to avoid
Uncertainty and market turbulence may tempt investors to give in to instinct while making investment decisions, but historical data suggests steering clear of certain emotional responses may be the smarter approach.
Manulife Wealth
May 28, 20251 min read
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What a bear market is and what not to do about it
In a bear market, stock prices are falling, and it can affect your investments and retirement savings.
Manulife
Apr 21, 20251 min read
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Discover the difference of segregated funds
A segregated fund is both an estate-planning tool and an insurance contract that holds investments, all in one.
Manulife
Apr 14, 20251 min read
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Asset allocation views: balancing U.S. equities and trade risks
Amid continued rate cuts from key central banks, incld the U.S. Federal Reserve. We look at the highlights of our latest asset allocation.
Manulife Wealth
Mar 10, 20251 min read
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Asset Allocation Q1 2025 ā Tempering Our Exposure to Equities
Kevin McCreadie, AGFās CEO and Chief Investment Officer, details the AGF Asset Allocation Committeeās latest changes.
AGF Management Limited
Mar 7, 20251 min read
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2025 market outlook: navigating bull-, bear-, and base-case scenarios
Will 2025 stir animal spirits and energize the market bull, or will the bears emerge from hibernation and stomp on investor returns.
Manulife Wealth
Jan 20, 20251 min read
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From earnings to recession fearsāmaking sense of market volatility
And just like that, volatility made a dramatic return in the past week. While not entirely unexpected, it still sent chills throughout
Manulife Wealth
Jan 15, 20251 min read
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What investors need to know about todayās market volatility and the VIX
A widely watched measure of market volatility surged to its highest level since October 2020.
Manulife Wealth
Jan 10, 20251 min read
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Understanding the correlation between stocks and bonds
We explore the correlation between stocks and bonds and explain why high-quality fixed income may be an attractive option for diversificatn
Manulife Wealth
Jan 8, 20251 min read
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Asset allocation views: a variable growth outlook
Asset Allocation - Investors face an uncertain economic growth outlook but should still find opportunities in equities and fixed income.
Manulife Wealth
Jan 6, 20251 min read
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How might the U.S. elections influence markets?
The S&P 500 Index market hit a fresh record high, up 2.0%, small caps gained north of 4.5%, while Bitcoin is up nearly 6.0%.
Manulife Wealth
Jan 3, 20251 min read
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays! May your time be filled with love, laughter, & cherished moments with family & friends.
Sunil Heda
Dec 24, 20241 min read
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Four ways to declutter your finances to be prepared for the future
Many households in Canada today have a little secret that can wreak havoc with their financial livesāfinances clutter.
Manulife Wealth
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Four financially-savvy questions to answer before you tie the knot
Here are four important questions to start that conversation before you tie the knot.
Sunil Heda
Nov 18, 20241 min read
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Tips on returning to work after an illness
You might have thought it would never happen to you. Developing an illness or injury and needing to go off work
Manulife
Nov 10, 20241 min read
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Moving on from a financial loss.
Loss of income or a large sum of money bz of employment downsizing, unexpected bill, or a significant event can affect financial position
Manulife Solutions
Sep 12, 20241 min read
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Happy Ganesh Chaturthi
May Lord Ganesha bless you with wisdom, guiding your investments to new heights. Wishing you a joyous and prosperous Ganesh Chaturthi.
Sunil Heda
Sep 7, 20241 min read
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Partnering up and settling down
Creating the financial foundation for a well-lived Partnering life.
Manulife Solutions
Aug 17, 20241 min read
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