Dick Bondi Jr, Financial Advisor at RBC Wealth Management

Mother’s Day is a great time to celebrate the wonderful moms who raised us to be who we are today. Happy Mother's Day!

Today we recognize and honor the support our military spouses provide our service members every day. Happy Military Spouse Appreciation Day!

Making sense of the stock market rally - RBC Wealth Management

The avalanche of negative coronavirus news has receded and some glimmers of light have shined through. Learn how this has had a positive impact on equity markets.

rbcwealthmanagement.com Most equity markets have rallied substantially since Mar. 23, the day many country and global indexes hit a low point. Since then, the S&P 500 has jumped 25.1 percent, while Canada’s S&P/TSX has climbed 23.8 percent and Europe’s main benchmark has bounced 15.9 percent—all in less than a month.

Here's what to do if you suddenly can't pay for college next year

For many students and parents, the coronavirus has had a devastating impact on their ability to pay for college. Here’s some advice for families, from securing more financial aid to finding additional scholarship money.

cnbc.com For many students and parents, the coronavirus has had a devastating impact on their ability to pay for college. Here are a few steps families with children heading to college can take to help cover the cost.

How the CARES Act stimulus will impact you and your family - RBC Wealth Management

The ultimate goal of the CARES Act is to provide a dose of stability in uncertain times. Learn how it may benefit your family.

rbcwealthmanagement.com The ultimate goal of the CARES Act is to provide a dose of stability in uncertain times. Learn how it may benefit your family.

Why investors should pay attention to emerging market equities - RBC Wealth Management

It is undeniable economies everywhere will be severely hit this year. Learn how emerging markets are expected to perform.

rbcwealthmanagement.com Chinese equities are a case in point. Their recent outperformance has been more abrupt than most think. As put by RBC Global Asset Management Inc. Chief Economist Eric Lascelles, early in 2020 “recriminations were flying against China given its status as the point of origin for the disease” and ...

5 Clever Ways Kids Can Support The Elderly While Social Distancing

The elderly are the highest at-risk population during this coronavirus pandemic and although many social events have been cancelled, learn how you and your loved ones can stay connected.

mindbodygreen.com Keeping your kids entertained while helping the elderly stay connected.

WFH Doesn't Have To Be Lonely: 5 Ways To Stay Connected In Isolation

For many, working from home is a new experience and are finding it can entail a good degree of isolation. Check out these tips on how to stay connected with friends, family, and coworkers:

mindbodygreen.com How to stay connected when isolated.

This Easter, may you be blessed with peace, hope and happiness. Happy Easter!

Wishing everyone peace, good health and happiness this Passover.

The CARES Act Has Passed: Here Are The Highlights

Here’s a look at some of the key provisions included in the CARES Act bill and what that may mean for you:

forbes.com The CARES Act was signed into law on Friday, March 27, 2020. While that is great news, in and of itself, here’s a look at some of the key provisions included in the bill and what that may mean for you.

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Lori Calvasina, RBC Capital Markets Head of U.S. Equity Strategy, discusses what the rapidly shifting coronavirus crisis means for markets.

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Fraud prevention: New scams to be aware of and how to protect yourself - RBC Wealth Management

As consumer fears grow surrounding the spread of the COVID-19 virus, our collective anxiety makes us more susceptible to fraud. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

rbcwealthmanagement.com The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center received more than 144,000 reports of phishing in 2019. Learn how to protect yourself and your family.

Central bank policies are in a race with coronavirus - RBC Wealth Management

The previous global financial crisis has prepared the Fed to take rapid action against economic downturns. Read why investors should find comfort in the Fed’s actions.

rbcwealthmanagement.com Learn how the Fed, European Central Bank, and the Bank of England are taking action to curb the economic threat from COVID-19.

Fiscal stimulus joins the fight against coronavirus - RBC Wealth Management

The initial response from authorities to the COVID-19 crisis has been monetary. But will monetary and fiscal policies be enough to halt the economic crisis?

rbcwealthmanagement.com The initial response from authorities to the COVID-19 crisis has been monetary. But will monetary and fiscal policies be enough to halt the economic crisis?

Coronavirus: Updates on market impacts - RBC Wealth Management

As concerns grow over the spread of coronavirus, stay updated on key aspects of this challenging period with perspectives from RBC's Global Portfolio Advisory Committee and analysis by our economists and strategists.

rbcwealthmanagement.com As concerns grow over the spread of coronavirus, we keep you updated on key aspects of this challenging period with perspectives from the Global Portfolio Advisory Committee and analysis by RBC economists and strategists.

May the luck of the Irish bring you prosperity this St. Patrick’s Day!

A Simple Rule for a Better Diet: Avoid Processed Foods

Is cutting out processed foods really the silver bullet it’s often made out to be?

gq.com But don't throw away your canned beans just yet.

Uncertainty unleashed: Sizing up the coronavirus impact on markets and the economy - RBC Wealth Management

With COVID-19 officially a pandemic, markets have been thrown into turmoil. We discuss the current market situation in our latest Global Insight Weekly.

rbcwealthmanagement.com During the global financial crisis, the federal government (and the Fed) took too long to recognize the need for stimulus and too long to deliver it. Learn how we expect fiscal and monetary authorities will act during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Impact of the UK’s departure on the EU - RBC Wealth Management

The fiscal consequences of losing the UK’s contribution to the European Union’s budget should be minor. Learn how Brexit could impact the EU.

rbcwealthmanagement.com Dawn is breaking for a new Europe, with changes that'll test its resolve. We look at what awaits the EU and what it holds for investment strategy.

Not all hand sanitizers are created equal—here's what germ experts want you to know

Hand washing with soap and water is better at removing more types of germs, but when there isn't a sink in sight, here's what you need to know about hand sanitizers.

wellandgood.com When there's not a sink in sight...

As coronavirus spreads, what’s the economic toll? - RBC Wealth Management

The COVID-19 virus is straining supply chains worldwide as Chinese factories continue to operate well below normal capacity. Learn how this will impact global economic growth.

rbcwealthmanagement.com As new clusters of COVID-19 cases pop up around the world, an outburst of volatility is running through markets. RBC Global Asset Managements Chief Economist Eric Lascelles looks at how coronavirus could impact global economic growth.

What investors need to know about the coronavirus correction - RBC Wealth Management

The S&P 500 has fallen by approximately 12 percent over the past seven trading sessions. In this Global Insight Weekly we discuss what this means for investors, and what they can expect from central banks.

rbcwealthmanagement.com After conducting a stress test based on coronavirus risks, RBC Capital Markets estimates the downside risk to S&P 500 earnings in 2020. Read our estimates here.

The CDC Just Warned Americans to Prepare for Likely Coronavirus Outbreak—Here's How You Can Do That

Before you panic too much, there are ways to prepare for and protect yourself from the coronavirus outbreak—here's how:

health.com The novel coronavirus has been a source of fear for people worldwide since it was identified in December 2019 in Wuhan, China. Now, the Centers…

Older People Need To Eat More Cereals To Support Memory, Study Finds

As people live longer, we're faced with more challenges of supporting the aging community. Researchers recommend we reconsider how we write dietary guidelines to account more for age.

mindbodygreen.com Researchers propose updating dietary guidelines as we age.

Are things good enough to deliver stock market gains in 2020? - RBC Wealth Management

Read our Global Insight Weekly to learn how the S&P 500 performed in Q4, and what investors can expect from corporate earnings in the coming months.

rbcwealthmanagement.com Europe is generating an earnings growth of three percent year-over-year despite having a muted corporate earnings season. Learn how we expect the Euro STOXX 600 to perform in 2020.

U.S. economy: A foundation for stock market gains in 2020 - RBC Wealth Management

Positive attitudes about the U.S. economy come despite expectations that domestic economic activity could trail last year’s pace. Read our forecast for 2020 here.

rbcwealthmanagement.com U.S. consumers have carried a disproportionate amount of the economic load this expansion cycle. Will this continue throughout 2020?

This President’s Day, we honor all presidents and their impact on the history of our country.

Wishing everyone a delightful Valentine’s Day with their loved ones.

Four reasons why stock markets around the world rebounded - RBC Wealth Management

Markets have rebounded following the pullback from coronavirus fears. Read how economies are expected to perform in upcoming weeks.

rbcwealthmanagement.com The equity market rally has been sharp and swift since the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) became more acute, especially in the U.S. where the S&P 500 jumped 3.7 percent from its recent low and reached a new all-time high. Other markets have also bounced, although the recovery in Asia has lagged, und...

Will the coronavirus infect markets and the economy? - RBC Wealth Management

How will the coronavirus impact markets? We discuss the knock-off effects of the pandemic on the economy and share what investors can expect in upcoming weeks.

rbcwealthmanagement.com As Wuhan Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) spreads, capturing more public attention about the many uncertainties and risks associated with the virus, financial markets have reacted. The increases in infections and deaths have pressured equity markets worldwide and boosted safe-haven sovereign bond prices. The...

How Researchers Expect To Add At Least 2 Good Years To Our Lives

The American Heart Association doesn't want to just add years to our lives, they want to make those years significantly healthier and are focused on three main strategies:

mindbodygreen.com The steps to better health, not just longer lives.

Do trade deals erase concerns for economies and markets? - RBC Wealth Management

Tensions between the U.S. and its main trading partners will affect the global economy. Learn how four current trade negotiations may impact investments.

rbcwealthmanagement.com With the MSCI World Index reaching new all-time highs in the last three months, one can be forgiven for concluding that recent trade agreements will usher in a much improved environment over their predecessors. In fact, global trade volumes are unlikely to revert to their previous heights and the de...

Is the Fed behind the recent rally in U.S. stocks and corporate bonds? - RBC Wealth Management

A record run for U.S. stock markets in recent months has coincided with the first expansion of the Fed’s balance sheet in years. Here’s what investors need to know.

rbcwealthmanagement.com A record run for U.S. stock markets in recent months has coincided with the first expansion of the Feds balance sheet in years. Heres what investors need to know.

5 Unhealthy “Health” Foods

You can’t always believe the hype. Are your health foods really junk food in disguise?

chowhound.com These 5 unhealthy health foods aren’t actually good for you, from granola to red wine.