Market Insights

All eyes on Europe

For the most part, from a macroeconomic perspective, this week was "more of the same" as investors continued to deal with the ongoing economic uncertainty caused by the ongoing debt problems in Europe. However, there were some economic statistics that were better than expected, but investors remained conservative looking for more positive results in the future before changing their perception of the global economy.

By Gareth Watson |October 24, 2011

5 min read

Advisors still confident in stocks

There's nothing like a massive sell-off to spark renewed interest in equities, and the third quarter of this year appears to prove it. Horizons ETFs' latest quarterly Advisor Sentiment Survey found financial professionals remain bullish on stocks.

By Staff |October 24, 2011

2 min read

Pensions take hit in Q3: RBC Dexia

The market volatility that swept through global equity markets in the third quarter had a severe impact on pension plans, according to RBC Dexia Investor Services.

By Staff |October 21, 2011

2 min read

Fixed-income savvy crucial to portfolio design

We live in very uncertain times where the operative word is caution. And being cautious means being forward looking, says Vinay Pande, chief investment advisor, global markets research, Deutsche Bank.

By Vikram Barhat |October 20, 2011

3 min read