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It’s Not Us, It’s You
29 June, 2026 by Craig BasingerWith the USD surging and CAD sitting at 70 cents, almost every factor — oil, growth, inflation, yields — has turned USD bullish at once. 
Bonds: Supply is the Headline, Demand tells the Story22 June, 2026 by Hilbert Wan"The shock absorber has been replaced by a buyer who has both a view and a choice." The bond market's buyer base has quietly transformed — and yield-sensitive private capital now calls the shots.
IPOs, Oil and Gold15 June, 2026 by Craig BasingerGold fell when war broke out — then kept falling as tensions eased. Oil barely moved when a major shipping strait closed. Markets don't always do what they're supposed to.
The Narrative Market: Why Stories Are Moving Stocks More Than Fundamentals05 June, 2026 by Craig BasingerThis is a late cycle, narrative-driven market. Stories are moving stocks more than fundamentals — and until that changes, the narratives will keep driving markets in both directions.
Inflation Deja Vu?01 June, 2026 by Craig BasingerInflation is back — but this time, the drivers are different. The Strait of Hormuz, AI infrastructure buildouts, and a tightening labour market are all pushing prices higher.
Don’t Fret the K, Yet25 May, 2026 by Craig BasingerThe K-shaped economy is widening — asset owners are thriving while lower-income consumers struggle with inflation and high rates. For now, the wealthy are still spending, and that's what matters most for markets.