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RBC Chief Economist shares what he’s looking for in 2026

Eric Lascelles offers an optimistic picture of the year ahead, offers key metrics that will affirm or challenge his predictions

RBC Chief Economist shares what he’s looking for in 2026

Founders explain why they think advisors need “AI-native” planning software

CEO and CTO behind FriedmannAI explain how generative AI tools can work at the core of a planning platform

Founders explain why they think advisors need “AI-native” planning software

Survey finds Canadian debt stress reached a breaking point in 2025

New index shows affordability, debt and burnout converged into a nationwide crisis this year

Survey finds Canadian debt stress reached a breaking point in 2025

Private equity set for a cautious path back to growth in 2026

Lower rates, larger deals and secondaries momentum point to gradual private equity recovery

Private equity set for a cautious path back to growth in 2026

Should advisors follow pension funds into a total portfolio approach?

Advisor unpacks how making each asset compete for the same dollar can help advisors add value, while outlining trade-offs and risks

Should advisors follow pension funds into a total portfolio approach?

A private market oasis in an IPO desert

Invico’s head of secondaries explains how the space has evolved and what advisors need to know as the rush to private markets intensifies

A private market oasis in an IPO desert