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Every week, we offer market commentary and other thoughts on investment strategy in our blog. Click on the links at the right to read the latest installments.

Toy Drive for Starlight Children’s foundation and Food Drive to support the Newmarket Food Pantry

Investors Group hosts annual Toy Drive for Starlight Children’s foundation and Food Drive to support the Newmarket Food Pantry. New, unwrapped toys and non perishable food items can be dropped off at the Newmarket Investors Group Office at 17310 Yonge Street until Dec. 17th.

The Advantage of Industry-leading Training and Development

Good Greece. Bad Iran.

Despite a turbulent week filled with mixed news from Europe and rising Middle East tensions, stocks closed higher on hopes that Chinese assistance would mean a bailout plan for Greece. The S&P 500 closed at 1361.23, a level not seen in nearly a year, having gained 8.2% so far in 2012. Other major indexes also rose for the week, the Dow advancing 1.2% and the Nasdaq climbing 1.7%.[1]

Realities of Retirement today

Retirement planning today demands a higher level of attention than ever before.

1. Workers can longer assume that company pensions will be waiting for them once they turn 65

2. Due to advances in medicine and science, Americans today are living longer than before.

Before The Bell 02-21-12

Toronto’s main stock index was set for a slightly higher open after debt-laden Greece finally secured a second bailout that would help resolve its immediate financing needs. Investors, however, were still cautious about the plan’s viability and growth prospects as tough austerity measures kick in later in the year. Retail sales and wholesale trade is on the economic calendar. U.S.

The Sims win 2nd prize for referral program

Our clients, The Sims, winner of 2nd prize for participating in last year’s THANK YOU FOR THE INTRODUCTION referral program.

 

Has Your Advisor Calculated Your RSQ Score Yet?

If you have begun to think seriously about retirement, no doubt you have dreamed of a number of scenarios: travel, time with family... but there are also questions you need to consider:

An Essay on Church Bonds - Part One

 

 

Staying on course - Your financial plan is your roadmap for success in achieving your goals

Bumpy markets create investor uncertainty but also conversely some of the best opportunities for future reward over time. Your financial plan can help guide you in navigating the short-term ups and downs of the market, and help you stay focused on your goals. Benefit from the value of our advice and stay on course now… and over time.

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