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June 21, 2023

RESP withdrawals—strategies and tax

Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Services Team, Manulife Investment Management

Here’s what you should know about RESP withdrawal taxes, rules & limits. Make the most of your RESP withdrawals for post-secondary education with these tax-efficient strategies including those withdrawals for non-educational purposes.

August 18, 2023

Why Canadian real estate now?

Bryan Siekierko, Portfolio Manager, Real Estate Equity Manulife Investment Management

Kamran Soleiman, CFA, Director, Real Estate Investment Research and Strategy, Manulife Investment Management Manulife Investment Management

In times of uncertainty across much of the world, an allocation to Canadian real estate may provide a safe harbor in the storm. We believe Canada’s robust capital markets and strong economic fundamentals will continue to create opportunities for real estate investors.

September 11, 2023

Episode 86: Back to school—studying three investment themes

Kevin Headland, CIM, Co-Chief Investment Strategist Manulife Investment Management

Macan Nia, CFA, Co-Chief Investment Strategist Manulife Investment Management

Many topics waltz across the minds of investors. They twirl through our thoughts and sometimes step on our toes. Two things have been leading us lately: the rise of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and its role in the markets, and the recent surprise Bank of Canada interest rate hike. We won’t dance around the subjects—there are relevant inquiries that we need to address.

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How bonds could offer more upside than GICs

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September 20, 2023

Economy dodges recession, but warning signs remain

Kevin Headland, CIM, Co-Chief Investment Strategist Manulife Investment Management

Macan Nia, CFA, Co-Chief Investment Strategist Manulife Investment Management
September 12, 2023

Enhancing farmland value through sustainable improvements

Oliver S. Williams IV, CFA, Global Head of Agriculture Investments Manulife Investment Management

Holly Evers, Senior Environmental Certification and Stewardship Specialist Manulife Investment Management

Brent McGowan, Managing Director, Global Head of Agricultural Operations Manulife Investment Management
September 12, 2023

Why invest in agriculture now?

Weiyi Zhang, Ph.D., Senior Agricultural Economist Manulife Investment Management
September 11, 2023

Episode 86: Back to school—studying three investment themes

Kevin Headland, CIM, Co-Chief Investment Strategist Manulife Investment Management

Macan Nia, CFA, Co-Chief Investment Strategist Manulife Investment Management
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Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Services Team, Manulife Investment Management

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