Higher yields in traditional fixed income may put pressure on industry
Investors got some relief last month but plenty of risks remain
Slowing inflation and an early Fed pivot could set the stage for growth stocks to thrive
Group of 85 plans had a median return of -4.61% in a volatile Q1
Including a large cash buffer can keep portfolios nimble
Positive advisor sentiment increased for Canadian equities, natural gas, crude
Strong diversification and conservative investment policies kept portfolios performing well
Strong returns have looked especially good compared to dismal fixed income performance
Richardson Wealth and Scotiabank made the case that the reflation trade is not over
Regulators started allowing the notes to qualify as Tier 1 capital for life insurers earlier this year