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The old adage “what goes up, must come down” aptly describes a dynamic economy that has historically followed a cycle of growth and decline. The down period in that cycle constitutes a recession, which affects investment returns across various asset classes.

Most people have experience with interest rates, thanks to a credit card, personal loan or mortgage. But when it comes to bonds, the role of interest rates is often less well understood.

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Duration quantifies the sensitivity of a bond or bond portfolio to changes in interest rates.

Do you want to know more about how your savings can help you save money on taxes? Join this webinar to learn practical tax planning tips and strategies. We go over how to avoid tax penalties, maximize deductions, and make the most of your savings.

We know they’re out there: an email that doesn’t sound quite right, a link that feels just a little shady, or a security alert about the password you used on that site. Join this webinar to find out how to protect yourself online. Learn to spot the most common scams and get practical tips that can keep you and your money safe.

Whether your retirement is miles away or just around the corner, it’s a major life event—a shift that will redefine you and your everyday. Join this webinar to learn what you can do now to prepare. Discover the four milestones on the road to your retirement. And learn about the resources Manulife offers to help you get retirement ready.

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Whether your retirement is miles away or just around the corner, it’s a major life event—a shift that will redefine you and your everyday. Join this webinar to learn what you can do now to prepare. Discover the four milestones on the road to your retirement. And learn about the resources Manulife offers to help you get retirement ready.

Do you want to know more about how your savings can help you save money on taxes? Join this webinar to learn practical tax planning tips and strategies. We go over how to avoid tax penalties, maximize deductions, and make the most of your savings.

Many investors consider bonds as relatively stable investments offering regular income and understand that they are a form of debt used by companies and governments.

We all make mistakes even if we’d rather not. Are you worried about making a mistake with your investment and money? Join this webinar to learn four valuable lessons from four common investing mistakes. If you're new to investing, check out the getting started with investing webinar first.

A key piece in that financial toolkit is life insurance. And here’s why: It’s often overlooked.

If there is one thing that makes bond investors nervous, it’s when interest rates rise. But rising rates aren’t always bad – there are several ways to navigate and benefit from rising rates.

You have a goal in mind and you’ve started to save for it. With all the choices available to you, deciding how to invest your savings may seem difficult. Join this webinar to learn the basics of investing and things to think about as you get started.

Single parents often have unique questions when it comes to life insurance.

Many retirees have reached the point of financial security and might not consider life insurance important

There’s never a better time to start thinking about planning your estate than right now, no matter your age or where you are in your life journey. It can be tough to think about a future without you in it but getting started can be the hardest part. Join this webinar to learn how valuable starting your estate planning can be. We’ll talk about how your estate plan can protect your loved ones, the things you’ve worked so hard to build, and even you.

You can feel the effects of rising inflation in your wallet as you spend more for your everyday purchases

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.