Securities

Build and Preserve Long-term Financial Security

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy encompasses a global investment approach, mitigating risk, enhancing diversification, and a conservative methodical approach. This allows for wealth growth and preservation. Each clients portfolio is unique to the client and begins with strategic asset allocation and the right combination of equity, fixed income and for some, alternative investments. Then we asset locate, which means that each client’s accounts will look different, allowing us to invest within the best account type and mitigate taxes. Portfolios are all customized for what’s best for the client.

 

Diversify and Invest Globally

Diversification distributes investment risk across various assets or regions, allowing for potential loss offsetting if one investment underperforms while others excel. Investing across different markets and asset classes enables investors to potentially harness returns from diverse economic growth sources and market cycles. Over time, diversification can stabilize investment returns, diminishing portfolio volatility in contrast to concentrating investments in a single asset class or market.


Investment-based Philosophy: Proven Principles

Diversification is key

Manage risk by distributing investments across various assets, minimizing the impact of any one investment's performance on the entire portfolio.

Let markets work for you

Financial markets have historically rewarded long-term investors with positive returns on capital, as both equity and bond markets have consistently outpaced inflation.

Asset allocation

Building your unique portfolio begins with strategic asset allocation and the right combination of equity, fixed income and for some, alternative investments.

Think globally

Expand beyond our domestic market to gain exposure to diverse economies and industries, and effectively manage overall risk.

Focus on what you can control

Ensure you're in the optimal asset allocation, develop a financial plan aligned with your needs and risk appetite and diversify globally to achieve stability during volatile periods.

Rebalance regularly

Rebalancing your portfolio regularly ensures that it maintains the desired risk level and allocation of assets, optimizing its performance over time.

Markets are unpredictable

By maintaining a globally diversified portfolio, investors are well-prepared to capture returns regardless of which market segments outperform in any given year.

Financial planning

Financial planning enables you to set goals, review cash flow projections, mitigate risks, and ensure that our solutions align with your long-term financial success.

Watson Securities
of Aligned Capital Partners

Our Firm at a Glance

300M

assets under management

135

years of combined experience 

1991

Year founded

Allocation to Alternatives by Leading Institutional & Ultra-High Net Worth Investors

60%
Alts

67%
Alts

58%
Alts

Governance

Protecting your assets in compliance with Canadian regulatory standards