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The tech sector has been a favourite of Canadian investors in recent years, thanks to growing global adoption of technology, innovative product offerings, a revenue boom and stock price appreciation—all of which have created a fear of missing out among investors. However, tech stocks have been quite volatile lately, with the tech-heavy NASDAQ index falling a staggering 33% in 2022. Some investors are buying tech stocks while prices are down, but others are looking for opportunities elsewhere—including health care.

Why consider investing in health care?

Starting at the end of the first quarter of 2020, the health care sector captured tailwinds from the global pandemic, which sparked novel medical and technological advancements as governments and drugmakers scrambled to contain the health crisis.

Historically, the health care sector has been less volatile than technology. It’s also poised for long-term growth, underpinned by a global aging population, increased health awareness and greater health care spending in emerging markets such as China and India…

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