Plus, RBC iShares launches five thematic funds
CIBC’s chief investment officer recommends defensive positions
A report from Vanguard makes the case for less patriotic portfolios
New fund for accredited investors provides access to four private asset classes
Markets may be underestimating risks to the global economy
Fixed-income funds continue to dominate flows
Plus, CI has an asset-allocation suite, and First Trust takes a laddered approach to U.S. equities
Many of last year's trends are expected to continue
Higher yields, slowing inflation and a looming recession are drawing investors back to fixed income
Investors withdrew US$136 billion globally from mutual funds and ETFs in the first half of this year