Equity markets experienced volatility at the start and end of October as the S&P 500 put in a new high, but ultimately ended the month 0.91% lower.

Equity markets had a volatile month as the S&P 500 (in CAD) fell nearly 4% at the beginning, but then rallied back to finish the month higher by +2.38% for a +6.31% turnaround.

Global stock markets had a volatile August. The S&P 500 fell about 8% earlier in the month but rallied back to finish the month higher by +2.43%.