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Our Perspective: Light at the End of the Tunnel
Rana Chauhan • Oct 22, 2020
Rana Chauhan, Counsel’s Chief Investment Strategist, examines our current market environment from a historical perspective and describes the catalysts that will impact the economic recovery. Rana points out that the world has shown great resiliency during the COVID crisis, and that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Here are a few highlights:
- Investing and the law of uncertainty
- Temporary and permanent outcomes as a result of COVID-19
- Economic catalysts and their positive and negative impacts on recovery
- The U.S. Presidential Election and its effect on market volatility
Canada’s Federal Government released its new budget for the year ahead providing key details on important support programs. Our budget Infographic provides the key highlights.
The third week of February marked a crucial period for IPC Private Wealth clients, featuring up to four major portfolio events.
In his Q1 update, Rana notes that the financial markets have started 2024 on a strong note, with the S&P 500 climbing approximately 13% (CDN), marking the most robust start since 2019. This surge brings us to his topics for discussion: the psychological phenomena’s of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt).
