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Information is an important factor within the financial markets. But if not properly interpreted, it can be misleading or useless. We can help translate business activity and market trends into useful knowledge that you can act on. These reports reflect our most current perspective on the equity and fixed income markets.

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College funding: It’s a family affair

Mar 13, 2026 | RBC Wealth Management

Financing a child’s college education doesn’t have to fall solely on parents’ shoulders. Here’s how families can work together across generations to turn a significant expense into a strategic opportunity.

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The Federal Reserve’s imperfect toolbox

Mar 13, 2026 | Atul Bhatia, CFA

The U.S. central bank wields a powerful hammer with its ability to move interest rates. Despite its strength, though, we think the central bank is poorly suited to address key concerns arising from high oil prices and the rollout of AI.

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Then and now: Market reactions to military conflicts and what they mean today

Mar 06, 2026 | Kelly Bogdanova

With the Middle East gripped in an acute crisis, it’s worth examining how prior military conflicts and significant geopolitical events impacted the U.S. stock market—and what history suggests for investors today.

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A renewed Middle East conflict: How long and how great a disruption?

Oil prices threaten $100+ per barrel while S&P 500 valuations face mounting pressure. RBC Capital Markets examines conflict duration scenarios, energy market disruptions, and equity implications.

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