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As many countries enter the second COVID-19 wave, this economic update explores the latest global virus figures and developments, and the impacts on economies worldwide. It also digs into the fascinating U.S. political landscape.

In this week's #MacroMemo video, RBC GAM Chief Economist Eric Lascelles shares his thoughts on possible long-term trends affected by the pandemic, as well as the nearing U.S. election. Watch the 12-minute video:

With the arrival of fall, we're entering a new stage of the pandemic recovery. The latest insight from RBC GAM details what investors can expect, including an improving earnings outlook.

What's driving rising climate change awareness in emerging markets? Read the latest insight from RBC Global Asset Managment:

With some progress in 'flattening the curve,' many countries began to gradually reopen their economies. Early May indicators point to some pickup in activity.

From RBC GAM's #GIO: The pandemic remains a concern within emerging-market currencies, and weakens areas of support for the U.S. dollar. Learn more:

In this week’s #MacroMemo, RBC GAM's Chief Economist celebrates improving real-time economic indicators and debates the secret to Japan’s success in controlling the virus. He also looks at challenges for apartment markets, corporate debt risks and more:

As Canadians adapt to the changes in their lives, many are wondering if their savings and investing plans need to change. The Director of RBC’s Financial Planning Center of Expertise offers some valuable guidance. Learn more:

This week, RBC GAM reviews the latest COVID-19 data and economic developments.They add an expenditure-based GDP approach to their COVID-19 forecasting, discuss the tentative economic recovery and highlight concerns that this rebound may prove premature.

In this week’s #MacroMemo, we share recent good and bad COVID-19 developments, further thinking on exit strategies, and our updated economic growth forecasts. We also take a look at the oil market and more.

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In this volatile market, sticking to a long-term plan will be tough for many investors. To help maintain perspective, Sarah Riopelle shares some reasons they should stay the course.

RBC GAM chief economist Eric Lascelles provides an update on COVID-19 trends around the globe. He also looks at the impact of quarantine, transmission rate changes, and the difference between artificial and organic recessions. Tune into to our webcast: