Market Insights: Market Commentary - Sentiment Too Negative?

Macroeconomic and market developments North American stock markets were down this week. The TSX Composite was down 0.83% and, in the US,, the Dow was down 1.75% and the S&P500 was down 0.63%. The Canadian dollar was also lower this week by just over...

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Milestone Elements™: Happy 20th Work Anniversary Steve Nielsen

We at Milestone Wealth Management are pleased to announce that we are celebrating a “milestone” of our own. July 2020 marked Steve Nielsen’s 20th anniversary with our company. The old image below was taken almost 20 years ago today at our Christmas...

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Market Insights: Market Commentary - More Growth vs Value Debate

Macroeconomic and market developments It was a flat week for North American stock markets. The TSX Composite was down slightly, the S&P500 was down ~0.5% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average was flat. The Canadian dollar also stayed very flat this...

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Market Insights: Market Commentary - Value Stocks Stage a Comeback

Macroeconomic and market developments North American equity markets were mixed this holiday-shortened week. The TSX Composite index in Canada flat this week. US markets were lower for the second straight week with the Dow Jones down ~1.5% and the S&P...

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Retiring Abroad: Interprovincial Travel

Travel in the year 2020 has been different than in any other year. Many snowbirds are approaching this winter with apprehension, not sure what their travel plans will look like. This winter, with the prospect of a continued closure of the US/Canada...

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Market Insights: Market Commentary - Comparing the market’s recovery in 2009 vs. 2020

Macroeconomic and market developments This week saw North American equity markets fall, giving up last week’s gains. The TSX Composite index in Canada was down ~2.5%, whereas in the US, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down ~2% and the S&P500 was...

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