The Living Market podcast
A weekly synopsis of market themes and trends
Where are the recent gains coming from?
What drives one stock index to outperform another? This is the key question that IG Wealth Management’s Chief Investment Strategist, Philip Petursson explores in considering whether recent gains on the S&P/TSX Composite are coming from the success of the companies that make up the index, or are the gains the output of something else altogether.
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The Living Market podcast with host Philip Petursson
Inflation. Volatility. Bears and Bulls. There’s a lot to unpack in the markets – especially right now. Host Philip Petursson, Chief Investment Strategist at IG Wealth Management, brings clarity to the markets by sharing his views on the trends dominating the investment landscape and how they impact your financial life. Available now on your favourite podcast listening app.
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SPECIAL PODCAST
Spring clean your financial plan
With taxes now filed and RRSP contributions made, May is the ideal time to revisit and refresh your financial plan, says IG Wealth Management’s Chief Investment Strategist, Philip Petursson. In this special edition of the podcast, Philip and his special guest, IG’s Aurèle Courcelles, Assistant Vice-President, Tax and Estate Planning, discuss what investors should be focusing on right now. They talk about the possible implications of the recent budget’s capital gains tax, how to improve your estate planning and ways to modify your portfolio and its asset allocation, given the current market opportunities.
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About Philip Petursson
Philip Petursson is IG’s chief spokesperson on market and investment news and trends that impact Canadian investors. A wealth management industry veteran, he has over 25 years of experience in a variety of senior leadership roles specializing in investments, and capital markets research and strategy.
Philip’s natural ability to communicate data with both expertise and simplicity helps IG advisors and clients confidently navigate changing market conditions and stay focused on their goals.