Investors must weigh risks of persistent inflation and a downturn
Demographics are boosting growth, but the rate outlook remains unchanged
CIBC’s chief investment officer recommends defensive positions
Wage gains may cut into profit margins, hitting stocks in the second half of the year
Businesses getting closer to pre-pandemic wage growth, according to Bank of Canada outlook survey
The decrease in confidence follows a seven-month upswing, the CFIB said
A long-awaited slowdown may finally weigh on company earnings
Russia's invasion of Ukraine triggered significant shifts in ESG investing
Inflation and U.S. bank turmoil still pose challenges
Bond yields can once again provide downside protection in a weaker economy