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The world’s billionaires are sending a clear signal in 2025 — they are done playing defence.

According to a new UBS report, many of the ultra-wealthy are shifting from wealth preservation back to wealth creation. Instead of hoarding cash or hiding in low-risk assets, they are actively pursuing growth opportunities, even as economic uncertainty remains.

This is a major mindset shift.

It suggests that volatility is no longer seen as something to fear, but something to navigate. The wealthiest investors are positioning themselves for the next cycle by reallocating capital, embracing innovation, and taking calculated risks.

For everyday investors, this doesn’t mean chasing extreme risk. But it does raise an important question:
If those with the most capital at stake are still looking forward, should we be standing still?

Understanding how global wealth behaves during uncertain periods can help shape smarter long-term decisions — regardless of portfolio size.

👉 Click the link below to read the full breakdown of the UBS report and what it may signal for the future of investing:

287 New Billionaires Minted in 2025 as Global Wealth Hits Record $15.8T | AiF News Bites UBS reports 287 new billionaires created in 2025, reaching $15.8T total wealth. Billionaires remain bullish on US stocks but diversify geographically toward Europe and China.

The next time the markets wobble, or global headlines make your stomach drop, ask yourself this: does your advisor really know you — or do they only know your investments?

According to Ai Financial, advisors who shine during crises are the ones who take the time to ask, listen and adapt. They start conversations with open-ended questions. They dig into how the client’s life has changed. They think creatively about solutions beyond just switching funds. They document everything. And they follow up.

That kind of client-focused financial advice isn’t optional anymore — it’s essential. In uncertain times, blanket strategies fail. But personalized, well-informed guidance gives you a roadmap you can trust.

If you want to see a checklist of what good advisory work should look like — especially during market or economic stress — click the link below to read the full article.

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7 Ways to Build Your Book: Attracting and Serving Millennial and Gen Z Clients | AiF Advisor Guide for advisors: Use economic uncertainty to shine by following 5 steps (Ask, Drill Down, Adjust) and adhering to Client-Focused Reforms to protect your licence.

The latest from Ottawa: the Bank of Canada keeps its overnight rate steady at 2.25 percent. After a string of rate cuts through 2025, this pause suggests the economy is stronger than many expected. Positive GDP growth, stable inflation and a tight labour market helped secure this decision.

For Canadians that means:

Variable-rate mortgages and loans remain affordable for now.

Lower interest rates on savings accounts continue — meaning yield remains modest.

Borrowers might find it a good time to refinance or lock in fixed-rate loans if they expect rates to rise later.

But stability also comes with uncertainties. Economic growth, inflation, and global developments could sway the next decision — so staying informed and prepared is important.

👉 Click the link below to read the full breakdown from Ai Financial and find out what this interest-rate hold could mean for your money, your loans and your investments going into 2026.

Bank of Canada Interest Rates Set for Hold at 2.25%: Stronger Data Cements Pause | AiF News Bites Economists expect the Bank of Canada to hold rates at 2.25% on Dec. 10. Positive GDP and unemployment data suggest rates are "at about the right level."