Market commentary

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.

Periodicals

Trend & cycle roadmap

May 7, 2025 - RBC Wealth Management

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Global Insight Weekly

June 1, 2023 - RBC Wealth Management

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Global insight monthly

June 15, 2026 - RBC Wealth Management

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Municipal market insight

January 9, 2024 - RBC Wealth Management

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Daily market view

April 18, 2023 - RBC Wealth Management

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Market cycle quilts

October 28, 2024 - RBC Wealth Management

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Trend & cycle: The long view

October 30, 2024 - RBC Wealth Management

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Latest Insights

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Thinking of moving to a different state for lower taxes? Here’s what you need to know before relocating

Jul 09, 2026 | RBC Wealth Management |

Tax savings can be a powerful motivator for moving states, but it’s not the only factor to consider.

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What is an IPO? A look at initial public offerings and how they work

Jul 03, 2026 | the Inspired Investor Team, RBC Direct Investing |

Discover the mechanics of IPO investing, from understanding share allocation to researching new listings.

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Semiconductors

First-half 2026 equity recap: Leadership comes in different forms

Jul 02, 2026 | Kelly Bogdanova |

While semiconductor stock performance dominated headlines in the first half, the U.S. equity rally is more than a simple semi story. We dissect four key catalysts that held sway over performance and provide thoughts on what lies ahead for investors.

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June Monthly Exec Briefing: U.S. consumer bruised by persistent inflation

Jun 29, 2026 | Frances Donald, Mike Reid, Carrie Freestone and Imri Haggin, RBC Economics |

Businesses may increasingly find their ability to pass higher prices on to U.S. consumers is eroding for the first time after the pandemic.

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U.S./Iran: After the “truce”

Jun 26, 2026 | Frédérique Carrier |

Markets have exhaled, and inflation fears have eased. But for governments and companies alike, the drive towards self-sufficiency remains a strategic priority.

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