Cutting Through the Noise
September 14, 2020
Complex investment products carry a lot of baggage, including a new set of unknowns and a lot of extra cost. Tom Bradley elaborates in his Financial Post column.
Read MoreAugust 31, 2020
There are some signs that we're in silly season as investors are gorging on everything that's hot at the moment. We'd all be wise, however, to focus on the opportunities that haven't gone viral yet.
Read MoreAugust 17, 2020
The market rebound has given us all a gift — an opportunity to do a thorough portfolio review from a position of strength.
Read MoreAugust 11, 2020
From the archives — Tom Bradley wrote this article in the Globe and Mail back in 2011 to help young people getting into the business. We're republishing it in the hope that it can provide a little help today to those looking for a job in this Covid-hammered economy.
Read MoreAugust 7, 2020
The U.S. stock market's main gauge consists of 500 companies. But the 10 largest technology stocks are having an outsized impact.
Read MoreAugust 4, 2020
Some things to think about if you're a real-estate-heavy investor.
Read MoreJuly 20, 2020
Why does the stock market keep rising despite continual lockdowns? Tom Bradley shares some insights in his Financial Post column.
Read MoreJuly 6, 2020
The buy-and-hold approach has been out of vogue before, and will be again, but it has a lot going for it.
Read MoreJune 29, 2020
It’s human nature to look for insight and foresight in wild times like we're experiencing now. But it’s not the time to bet the farm on one view of the future.
Read MoreJune 22, 2020
It’s a great time to learn about investing. Indeed, the past three months have been equivalent to a two-year MBA. Tom Bradley provides some tips for new investors in his Financial Post column.
Read MoreJune 8, 2020
There's a category of investments that has been slower to react to the deteriorating economic outlook — private investments such as commercial real estate, infrastructure and private equity. This sorting-out process will be fascinating to watch. Here's a sneak preview.
Read MoreMay 25, 2020
It’s a particularly interesting time to be an equity manager given that the market is being led by a narrow group of high-growth stocks. Tom Bradley elaborates in his Financial Post column.
Read MoreMay 11, 2020
As we watch Dr. Bonnie Henry's briefings on the West Coast, her intelligence, fortitude, empathy and calmness shine through — the perfect attributes for a financial advisor.
Read MoreMay 6, 2020
Air Canada's stock price has fallen considerably as the industry has been largely grounded during the pandemic — which has contrarian investors taking a long look. But is it toxic enough yet to buy?
Read MoreApril 27, 2020
Investing with borrowed money may seem enticing when debt is cheap and markets are down, but the behavioural challenges that go along with it need to be carefully considered.
Read MoreApril 13, 2020
Agricultural commodities, industrial metals and energy are all trading at 10-year lows and the outlook is bleak. But contrary to the headlines, they’re all still highly cyclical and will again have their day in the sun.
Read MoreMarch 30, 2020
In bear markets, we’re overwhelmed by what we don’t know. But as we wrestle with the unknowables, it's useful to lay out what we do know and to lean on some time-tested truths.
Read MoreMarch 19, 2020
Bob Hager was at his best when markets were at their worst. Here's how we're leaning on his playbook in this downturn.
Read MoreMarch 16, 2020
It’s hard to time the market at the best of times and almost impossible when you’re sitting in cash. Tom Bradley explains in his Financial Post column.
Read MoreMarch 2, 2020
While fear surrounding the coronavirus hit stocks hard last week, it's important to not underestimate the market’s ability to assess a risk, adjust to it and move on.
Read MoreFebruary 24, 2020
Some perspective on the economic impact of the coronavirus and what we're doing on your behalf.
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2020
Sacrificing liquidity is a valuable investment strategy since not all your holdings need to be easily tradeable. But you have to be comfortable owning such assets for a long time. Tom Bradley explains in his Financial Post column.
Read MoreFebruary 3, 2020
"Make yourself comfortable on the couch." What a therapy session for short-term traders might look like.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2020
No matter how long the declining interest rate trend goes on, it’s wise to remember that rates are still a risk, not a given.
Read MoreDecember 30, 2019
The odds of getting a market forecast right are very low — so here's one recommendation that’s guaranteed to produce better investment outcomes.
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