News & Commentary

Market & Economic Environment It was full steam ahead for the equity markets in August, as investors anticipated a return to global growth, alongside a slowing trajectory of new COVID cases. This enthusiasm combined with favorable central bank policies led U.S. indices to post their best August performance in decades. The Dow Jones Industrial Average […]

When you are reviewing your will and estate plan you should always review your life insurance options. Whether you are planning on transferring assets to loved ones, charities or a combination of the two, life insurance can provide benefits now and in the future. Life insurance proceeds are given directly to beneficiaries within 30 days […]

Market & Economic Environment:  North American indices started the third quarter on a solid note, following a historic rally in Q2 that pared most of their steep Q1 losses. The TSX Composite gained 4.2% last month, its best monthly performance since April, as all 11 industry groups advanced. Surging gold mining and forestry stocks made […]

Please click on the link below to read Luft Financial Model Portfolios: Semi Annual Review (first half of 2020). Model_Portfolio_2020 First-Half Review & Second-Half Outlook_Final

Market & Economic Environment:  North American indices added to gains in June to cap their best quarterly performance in decades. The TSX Composite advanced 2.1% last month to bring its second-quarter gain to 16%, its strongest quarterly performance since 2009. Gains on the TSX were led by the Information Technology group, which rose 13.5% in […]

2020 has been an interesting year to say the least. Sometimes it takes a pandemic to force us to prioritize what is most important. This life event has brought to the forefront the reality of our mortality: hopefully a reality we will not face for many years. While death is certainly not a popular dinner […]