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Market Concentration Is Not an American Problem

Market Concentration Is Not an American Problem

The S&P/TSX Is More Concentrated Than the S&P 500 Every conversation about market concentration starts and ends with the S&P 500. The Magnificent Seven, the top-heavy index, the fragility of it all. It’s framed as an American condition. But one border north, right here in Canada, it has found a home too. The S&P/TSX’s top […]

Market Minutes Report: August 2026

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Rising yields, an unresolved Middle East, and open questions about AI valuations gave July’s investors plenty to price and very little to price it on. Corporate earnings proved the more reliable guide. The Federal Reserve’s inaction Markets are supposed to run on information. For much of July they ran on the absence of it—and moved […]

AI Export Controls, Tiered Model Access, & Investor Impacts

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Following cybersecurity risks and the U.S. Commerce Department’s export-control directive, the world’s most capable publicly available AI model was taken offline for 19 days this June. Fable 5, from Anthropic, the makers of Claude, has since returned alongside questions left unanswered, and while we anticipated the re-release, precedent is stickier. This report is aimed at […]

Market Minutes, June 2026

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While geopolitical uncertainty continues in the Middle East and high energy prices have dampened the economic outlook, near-record earnings growth was May’s defining feature. Led by the technology sector, equities drew applause while bonds did the more honest accounting. In our view, bond markets are being more forthright about latent and emerging risks. Equities, by […]

What Makes for a Smart Investor?

Investors tend to frame intelligence as an edge—the right analysis, the right company, some insight the market hasn’t fully priced in yet. That framing is understandable, but it conflates intelligence with wisdom, and in investing, the distance between the two is where most meaningful decisions get made. We put the question directly to our Investment […]

Market Minutes, May 2026

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Despite a still-shuttered Strait of Hormuz causing a snare in global commodity trade, equity markets staged an impressive rebound in April.  The nations at war are technically bound by a ceasefire at the time of writing. But that agreement is fragile at best; progressing toward peace and backsliding into open conflict seem to trade headlines […]

Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, and Market Impacts for Investors

The Strait of Hormuz has been effectively closed for a month—the first time in modern history. Its impact on the global economy and markets at large has been broad, its resolution remains uncertain, and the range of possible outcomes is unusually wide. This report is aimed at helping make sense of what the Iran conflict […]

Self-Employed Taxes in Canada: Key Dates, Deductions & Tips for 2026

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If you’re self-employed or running a small business in Canada, your tax obligations differ from those of a salaried employee in several important ways. Your filing deadline is later, your CPP contributions are higher, and the deductions available to you can meaningfully reduce what you owe—if you know how to use them. Here’s what every […]

Market Minutes, March 2026

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The past few weeks have been particularly eventful, with many headlines seemingly at odds with one another. As investors are buffeted by crosswinds, some market segments have fared better than others. Global equities trended higher overall, yet the S&P 500 declined in February. The Canadian economy contracted by 0.6% in the most recent quarter, while […]

Estate Bond Strategy: Tax-Efficient Wealth Transfer in Canada

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Originally posted on June 18, 2025. Updated on March 5, 2026. There’s a common misconception that estate planning is purely a future-focused exercise. In practice, the right approach can improve tax-efficiency today. The estate bond strategy can do exactly that—surplus capital moves into an exempt permanent life insurance policy, where it grows with less tax […]

Market Minutes, February 2026

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Markets have started the year on a high note, with both equities and credit securities delivering positive returns. Impressive fourth-quarter earnings, potentially lower interest rates in the United States, abundant liquidity, capital parked in money market funds—investors have focused their attention here, overlooking geopolitical flashpoints for the time being. The notably absent response highlights an […]

Technical Analysis: Counting Stripes with Janine Guenther

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By Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, CFP® In her submission to the CMT Association’s Technically Speaking, Janine Guenther shares an insightful reflection on the importance of thinking critically and independently when it comes to investing—a task that technical analysis is well-suited for.  “Looking for zebras in a herd of horses…” This was the answer that my […]

Why You Don’t Want a Tax Refund

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Canadians often see a tax refund (the balance owed or owing after the process of submitting your tax return) as a small victory at the end of the year—a “bonus” cheque from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) that feels like a reward for another successful filing of taxable income. In reality, a large refund is […]

A Guide to Charitable Giving in Canada

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“No one has ever become poor by giving.” – Anne Frank Canada’s charitable landscape is shifting. Fewer philanthropic Canadians claim charitable donations on their tax returns each year, yet total giving and the average donation have reached record highs—signalling a quiet concentration of generosity among a smaller group of committed households. For families with the […]

2026 Market Outlook: Clues from 2025 & Key Stories to Watch

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“Informed by the past, engaged with the present, and looking towards the future.” – Anonymous Markets delivered impressive returns in 2025, but the journey was anything but smooth. AI breakthroughs, shifting tariff policy, and evolving central bank strategies shaped a year that rewarded discipline and patience alike. This recap is designed as a pre‑event primer […]

Market Minutes, December 2025

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Compared to where they began the month, many global stock markets showed little change as November drew to a close. This perceived indifference has papered over pronounced day-to-day volatility, as equities fell in the first half only to regain lost ground in the second. The circumstances unveil investor priorities and serve as a sound lesson […]

Alternative Investments Masterclass with Bob Sewell

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“Diversification always comes back to the same underlying theme: being diversified.” – Bob Sewell In recent years, alternative investments have moved decisively into the mainstream for high-net-worth Canadian families and global investors. The conversation surrounding these strategies now centres not only on diversification and returns but also on enhancing portfolio resilience, managing risk, and achieving […]

Market Minutes, November 2025

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Fuelled by interest rate reductions, a strong start to the third quarter earnings season, and sustained enthusiasm for AI-related investments, global markets trended positively throughout October. Naturally, these positive forces have been well-received. What was less expected was the muted reaction toward the longest U.S. government shutdown in history. Although the circumstances have made official […]

Understanding & Overcoming Financial Phobias

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“Sometimes, it is not the money in your bank account that solves your problems, but the wisdom in your head.” – Michael Bassey Johnson One of the greatest tools at a financial advisor’s disposal is the ability to empathize with clients to develop a deeper understanding of their circumstances. Sometimes it’s the excitement they feel […]

Market Minutes, September 2025

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September rewarded investors with another exceptional month of equity returns. Many of the world’s leading stock indices climbed by roughly 5% despite what is historically a weak month of the year—a sound reminder that seasonal patterns shouldn’t be the basis for investment decisions. North America’s two largest economies found relief through interest rate reductions, which […]

The Psychology of Money: From Biases to Better Decisions

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Bellwether Investment Management recently featured Dr. Preet Banerjee, a neuroscientist-turned-financial expert, for an eye-opening client webinar on the psychology of money hosted by Bob Sewell, the firm’s founder and chairman.  His central message? We’re fighting against millions of years of evolution when it comes to making smart financial decisions. The evolutionary trap Dr. Banerjee opened […]

Canadian Federal Budget 2025 Economic & Market Analysis

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“The global uncertainty we are facing demands bold action to secure Canada’s future. Budget 2025 is an investment budget.” — François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue Quick Summary The Carney government has passed its first official budget under subpar conditions. Finding itself in the middle of a trade dispute hampering economic growth, the […]

How a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) Helps

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“The great aim of education is not knowledge but action.” — Herbert Spencer A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) allows individuals to contribute to a trusteed plan to finance the cost of post-secondary studies for a child, grandchild, or even themselves. In this blog, we will explore why Canadians should consider registering for an RESP, […]

Third Chapter: Estate Planning with Confidence & Clarity

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Today’s article is a guest submission from Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, a Portfolio Manager and Senior Wealth Family Advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. The views presented here do not necessarily represent those of Bellwether Investment Management.

Bellwether Named One of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures

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Lorne Park Capital Partners Inc. (TSXV: LPC) (“Lorne Park”) is pleased to announce it has, through its initiatives in its wholly-owned subsidiary Bellwether Investment Management Inc. (“Bellwether” or the “Company”), been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures. This recognition highlights Bellwether’s unwavering dedication to cultivating a positive, inclusive, and high-performance corporate culture, […]

Bellwether Awarded on the Financial Times Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2025 List, Four Years in a Row

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Lorne Park Capital Partners Inc. (TSXV: LPC) (“Lorne Park” or the “Company”) today announced it has been recognized on the Financial Times list of The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year of inclusion. This prestigious award, presented by the Financial Times and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking […]

Third Chapter: 5 Ways to Proof Your Investment Recipe

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Today’s article is a guest submission from Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, a Portfolio Manager and Senior Wealth Family Advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. The views presented here do not necessarily represent those of Bellwether Investment Management.

Third Chapter: Capital Conversations

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Today’s article is a guest submission from Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, a Portfolio Manager and Senior Wealth Family Advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. The views presented here do not necessarily represent those of Bellwether Investment Management.

Your Roadmap for Major Life Stages

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For most young professionals fresh out of post-secondary education, living independently can be liberating, but it also raises several questions. How do you juggle your first career with your social life? What is the proper way to budget? Where should you be putting your savings? When is a reasonable time to purchase your first home […]

Why Fixed Income Matters

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“Bond selection is primarily a negative art. It is a process of exclusion and rejection, rather than of search and acceptance.” — Benjamin Graham

Third Chapter: An Update on Settling My Mom’s Estate

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Today’s article is a guest submission from Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, a Portfolio Manager and Senior Wealth Family Advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. The views presented here do not necessarily represent those of Bellwether Investment Management.

10 Things to Know About Dividend Tax Efficiency

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“A stock dividend is something tangible—it’s not an earnings projection; it’s something solid, in hand. A stock dividend is a true return on the investment. Everything else is hope and speculation.” —Richard Russell — Richard Russell

Third Chapter: Actionable Investment Goals

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Today’s article is a guest submission from Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, a Portfolio Manager and Senior Family Wealth Advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. The views presented here do not necessarily represent those of Bellwether Investment Management.

reBalanced Portfolio

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“Diversifying sufficiently among uncorrelated risks can reduce portfolio risk toward zero. But financial engineers should know that’s not true of a portfolio of correlated risks.” — Harry Markowitz, Father of Modern Portfolio Theory

Third Chapter: Structuring a Resilient Portfolio

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Today’s article is a guest submission from Janine Guenther CFA, CMT, a Portfolio Manager and Senior Wealth Advisor with over 30 years of industry experience. The views here do not necessarily represent those of Bellwether Investment Management.

Advisor Highlight: An Interview with Chris Jardine

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“A good financial planner knows your goals, but a great one understands the motivations behind them.”  — Chris Jardine CFP®, CIM Making the move from one financial services firm to the next can be daunting, but when you make the right choice, it can make all the difference for you and your business. As a […]

Interest Rates Outlook: Housing Holdups?

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“Housing affordability is a significant problem in Canada—but not one that can be fixed by raising or lowering interest rates.”  — Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada

Family Day: How Do You Define Legacy?

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“It’s not how much money you make, but how much money you keep, how hard it works for you, and how many generations you keep it for.” —Robert Kiyosaki

Portfolio Diversification: The Case for Private Credit

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“Banks were once places to hold money and were very careful in lending to finance families as they built a future.” —  Elizabeth Warren Well-versed in banking practices and economics, Warren called for tougher banking regulation before the Great Recession of 2008–2009. In her famous toaster analogy, she noted that the government wouldn’t allow a […]

Estate Planning: Take Pride in Your Legacy

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“Estate planning is an important and everlasting gift you can give your family. And setting up a smooth inheritance isn’t as hard as you might think.” — Suze Orman Contrary to popular belief, estate planning is not reserved for affluent families—it’s a tool for anyone hoping to protect what they’ve built over the course of […]

3 Essential Books for Young Investors

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“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” — Benjamin Franklin For young investors diving into the world of personal finance, the amount of novel information to digest can be overwhelming or outright discouraging. But here’s the catch: if you don’t learn the basics, the complexities are unlikely to serve you well. Maybe it’s time […]

When Building a Business, Advisors are Clients Too

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“Just one great partnership with the right person can have an incredible impact on your business success.” – Janine Ogg and Jo Foster Building a business means working with the right people, and for us, that means treating advisors like clients: we put them first by supporting their growth so they can provide the best […]

From Good to Great: Alternative Investment Opportunities in Renewable Energy

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“Energy is essential for development, and sustainable energy is essential for sustainable development.” — Tim Wirth For a former member of the Senate born in 1939, Wirth was considered a trailblazer in the world of low-carbon energy alternatives, natural gas, and environmental issues. Once an unimportant subject often minimized by more pressing contemporary issues of […]

Pass the Torch Without Getting Burned: Adult Children, Risks, and Advisors

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“Letting go is hard. But harder still is not letting them reach their full potential.” — Anonymous When it comes to threats facing client-advisor relationships and your long-term financial plan, it’s unlikely that “adult children” come to mind. But in reality, failing to warm your adult children to your advisor can cause significant issues down […]

Is $2 Million the New 1$ Million for Retirement?

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“A million dollars isn’t what it used to be” — Howard Hughes Born in Texas in 1905, the (in)famous business magnate’s words still hold weight. Suddenly, the romanticized goal of $1 million is under scrutiny as a realistic, sustainable nest egg for retirement. Inflation may eat away at your savings, but if you understand how […]

Dividend Growth Potential

“History provides a crucial insight regarding market crises: they are inevitable, painful and ultimately surmountable.” — Shelby M.C. Davis

Scott Watson, Senior Vice President and Head of US Corporate Development

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Lorne Park Capital Partners Inc. (“Lorne Park”) is pleased to announce Scott Watson as the Senior Vice President, Head of US Corporate Development, for Promus Asset Management, LLC (“Promus”) and Bellwether Investment Management USA, Inc. (“Bellwether USA”). Watson brings with him over 25 years of experience in the asset management, wealth management, and investment banking […]

Budgeting Tips for 2023

“If we command our wealth, we shall be rich and free. If our wealth commands us, we shall be broke indeed.” – Edmund Burke

5 Investment Strategies to Navigate a Volatile Bear Market

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The key to making money in stocks is to not get scared out of them. – Peter Lynch While we all prefer bull markets, it’s no secret that bear markets play an active role in these cycles. Knowing how to react and adjust to both can make all the difference to your personal finances. Individuals […]

Ukraine-Russia War: Strategies to protect your portfolio

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has heightened volatility in stocks, bonds, commodities and currencies. While it’s important for investors to assess the economic impact and potential for future disruptions, it’s also critical to assess the situation from a rational and long-term perspective, no matter how hard it may seem today. In this blog, we’ll walk you […]

What are the Tax Implications of Charitable Giving?

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According to Statistics Canada, Canadians contribute billions of dollars to charity every year, more recently $10.3 billion in 2019. Most people don’t seem to be motivated by tax incentives to donate to a good cause. There is, however, no disadvantage to claiming charity tax credits when filing your income tax return: it is simple and […]

Making a Difference: How to Optimize Your Charitable Giving Strategy?

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While a charitable contributions plan should never be pursued primarily for the goal of claiming a tax credit, there are methods you can contribute to help charities in need today while simultaneously claiming the maximum benefit available to you. The ideal charitable giving strategy for you will be determined by your age, the quantity and […]

How to structure your investments for retirement

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Structuring your investments is a critical consideration as you approach retirement. But how do you structure them? How do you fund your retirement in the right way, achieving reliable growth of wealth as well as cash flow? Let’s take a look.

Never too early or too late: When to start planning for retirement?

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It’s difficult to say exactly how much money you will need once you retire — lifestyles, circumstances and needs vary — but it is estimated that Canadians require around $1M to retire comfortably. This is a little worrying when we consider that 32% of Canadians between 45 and 64 years old have no retirement savings, and 43% […]

How to Grow Your Income After Retirement

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Achieving a reliable retirement income is a major concern for many people these days. Canadians are living longer, with life expectancy increasing by more than 11 years in the last half a century, and expect to maintain a high standard of living throughout retirement. But how can this be funded? With the right approach, retirees […]

Can I Retire Early? Living the Dream with Retirement Planning

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Early retirement — this might seem like an impossible dream. But is it really so impossible? Not with the right approach to retirement planning. Take a look at some top tips to making your money work for you so you can plan for early retirement in the right way.

How to Approach Investing in the New Normal

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Things have changed. A lot. The pandemic has shifted wealth, pushed some industries down while propping others up, disrupted global supply chains, uprooted workforces, and reminded us all that the only constant is change. Making investment decisions in this chaotic environment can be tricky, especially if you are nearing retirement and may need to access […]

Retirement Planning Tips for the New Normal

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Did your retirement plans change during the pandemic? Whether your earnings were impacted or you have different priorities, if you are like many Canadians, your retirement goals are different today than they were in 2019. In a 2021 financial industry survey, more than half of the respondents claimed they are now rethinking where they want to live […]

How Bellwether Is Different Than Traditional Financial Planning Firms and Banks

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Your nest egg is more than just money. It may represent years of hard work and financial diligence, as well as the promise of a prosperous future for you and your family. Naturally, you want to be discerning when deciding whom to seek financial guidance from. Someone who doesn’t have your best interests in mind […]

5 Habits of High-Net-Worth Individuals

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High-net-worth individuals (HNWI) enjoy plenty of financial freedom. If you want to have the flexibility to do more with your money too, consider picking up some of the most common habits of the comfortablywealthy. The following are prudent habits anyone can use to build and maintain wealth.

3 Ways a Financial Advisor Can Help You Build Wealth

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With the internet, you have access to endless information online, enabling you to research different investments and wealth-building strategies yourself. So, the question is, if you have useful info at your fingertips, what will you gain from consulting with a professional advisor? Is a financial advisor worth it?   You can make smart financial decisions […]

How COVID-19 Is Impacting Retirement Planning

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The COVID pandemic has upended everyday life and changed our view of the future. Many Canadians have also experienced some degree of financial upheaval, either through a job loss, thwarted business plans, or even time off work due to illness. For those nearing retirement, pandemic-related financial disruption can pose a lot of challenges. Let’s look […]