U.S. market outlook: Embracing the certainty of uncertainty
Recession is unlikely, but valuations are high — a neutral equity-bond asset mix and increased diversification are recommended
- By: Steve Locke
- October 16, 2025 November 12, 2025
- 01:41
Recession is unlikely, but valuations are high — a neutral equity-bond asset mix and increased diversification are recommended
Restrictions adopted in response to global financial crisis eased
More than US$50 million in unpaid taxes and penalties ends prosecution
U.K. regulator consults on reforms to support fund industry innovation
Tribunal orders $1.6 million in penalties and costs, market bans
Seven organizations will share the funds, collected from enforcement proceedings
Finance minister points to IMF report that predicts Canada will post the second-highest growth in the G7 next year
Deal boosts data business, provides a toehold in digital finance
Lack of data a challenge for Federal Reserve as it balances inflation, hiring slowdown
Sales fell in 12 of the 21 subsectors: Statistics Canada
With benchmarks all up in the third quarter, issuance rises: SIFMA
IGM Financial will remain second-largest shareholder
FCAC, Canada Post can help improve financial inclusion
The S&P/TSX composite index climbed 244.33 points to 32,000.10
After a record-breaking year for new product launches, old-fashioned strategies are still a solid choice for portfolios
Officials are preparing for a review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement in 2026
The increase is part of an effort to beef up anti-money laundering measures
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
Plus, a new TD partnership, and Toronto fintech becomes dark pool partner
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record