High valuations, uncertainties loom in second half
Market cap rose, alongside trading volume and value, group reports
Effects likely to be focused on weaker, low-rated issuers
Market reaction to geopolitical events often proves overblown
Proposals include circuit breaker requirements, standards for trade reporting
Strong debt issuance, M&A expected to be revenue drivers in the quarter
Regulator consults on revisions to boost intra-day liquidity insight
Advisors can help reduce inflation’s impact
Vim Thasan of Beutel Goodman Investment Counsel says diligent investors are finding value in quality Canadian franchises
Kathrin Forrest of Capital Group says analyzing company fundamentals trumps trying to anticipate broader market direction