The election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States is a plot twist straight out of a reality show—fitting for a former reality TV star. With his signature blend of audacity and unpredictability, Trump’s return to the political stage promises to upend conventional norms and reshape financial markets, trade relationships, and global alliances. Love him or loathe him, his policies are set to reverberate far beyond U.S. borders.

Moneta is pleased to announce that Darwin Schandor has joined us as our newly appointed President. Darwin assumes this key role at a pivotal time in our global growth story as a leading Canadian boutique investment banking firm.

Mergers and acquisitions represent transformative opportunities. They demand strategic preparation and careful positioning, ensuring every aspect of your business is optimized to deliver maximum value.

Amid rising turbulence in global geopolitical and economic landscapes, investors are facing an increasingly complex environment. The S&P 500 has rallied significantly, now up 40% over the past 12 months – a gain that surpasses any annual return for the index since 1954. These shifting global forces are fueling market volatility and prompting a rethink of investment strategies as we enter a period of heightened uncertainty.

Investment bankers sometimes carry a reputation as supervillains but they are often more like the financial industry’s superheroes—minus the capes.