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The Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite moves higher on strength of reopening sector led by energy
Check out my latest interview with The Canadian Press as we discuss the latest stock market action, energy and technology stocks.
The Sunday Money Show – March 21, 2021
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss the latest stock market action. We also discussed how quickly the stock market is moving, interest rates, lockdowns in Toronto and more.
The Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite falls from record highs on rising bond yields after Fed comments
Check out my latest interview with the Canadian Press as I discuss the 10 year government bond rate and how this is affecting the stock markets.
This Week: Interest Rates, Oil Prices & Investor Fears
10-year government bond rates are climbing and impacting the markets and borrowing costs. Oil prices have been climbing. Is it time to invest? Investors watching rising markets are wondering about the axiom “what goes up, must come down.” Is that true when it comes to the markets?
The Sunday Money Show – March 7, 2021
Listen to my recent Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss the effects of higher interest rates on the stock market. What do higher rates mean for investors? We also answered your questions on cryptocurrencies, borrowing to invest, and more.
Greed
Recently, some investors are looking to make much speculative investments, wanting to chase stocks and “high flyers” in the hopes of getting better returns, while straying outside of their baseline investment strategy. Strategies vary from person to person, but this can be a riskier situation.
This Week: Interest Rates, Tech Stocks & Vaccines
A surprisingly rapid surge in the 10-year government bond rate in the U.S. & Canada rattled investors in the last week of February 2021. What happened and what could it mean going forward?
The Sunday Money Show – February 21, 2021
What happens when investors get greedy? Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss whether greed is good for investors and why it is important to understand your investment risk tolerance. We also answered your questions on gold stocks, vaccine rollouts, and more.
The Rise of Bitcoin: What you need to know
Check out my latest blog post on Bitcoin and things investors should know about cryptocurrencies.
This Week: Greed, Bitcoin & Global Vaccine Rollout
What should investors know in order to make the best decisions with their money this week? Investor greed, bitcoin basics, vaccine rollout and the impact on the markets, and more.
The Sunday Money Show – February 07, 2021
What investments make sense for first-time investors? Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we answer your questions on choosing the right investments, how retail Reddit traders took on Wall Street, rising oil prices, and more.
Financial Independence Hub – The pros and cons of RRSPs: What you need to know
If there is one thing COVID-19 has not impacted, it’s RRSP season. March 1, 2021 is the deadline for contributing to an RRSP for the 2020 tax year. The question is, should you be contributing to an RRSP or TFSA?
Wealth Professional – RRSP Time & Stock-Market Resilience
RRSP season is just around the corner! What can investors expect this year? For all Canadians grappling with health and wealth during these unprecedented times, I believe there’s reason to stay hopeful.
This Week: Reddit Traders, Vaccines & Valuations
News headlines erupted and investors watched with fascination as a David & Goliath story played out when a group of amateur retail Reddit investors went up against Wall Street hedge funds that were looking to short stocks, such as GameStop. Check out my latest video to learn more.
The Night Side with Barb DiGiulio – How the Reddit retail trading crowd ran over Wall Street pros
It’s a story that’s making headlines around the world: GameStop stock is skyrocketing, all thanks to a group of “average” Reddit investors. Check out my latest interview on The Night Side with Barb DiGiulio.
Managing Your Investments In Retirement
What should investors consider before retiring? Check out my latest video as I provide strategies on how investors should manage their investment portfolio to reach their retirement goals.
The Sunday Money Show – January 24, 2021
Will there be a market pullback? How has the pandemic continued to affect the market performance? Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we answer your questions on corporate earnings & valuations, healthcare stocks, bank stocks, and more.
This Week: New Presidency, Vaccine Rollout & Corporate Earnings
As we start 2021, key factors that will affect your investing decisions over the next 10 days include the impact of a new Presidency in the U.S. on investors. What will the markets be looking for him to say? Check out my latest video to learn more.
Investing – Never Hurts To Start Early
It is never too early to start investing. A strategy that I use at times for new investors is to start investing in things that you are familiar with. Perhaps invest in the companies that make the products you use. Owning an investment that you can relate to is a great way to start investing.
The Sunday Money Show – January 10, 2021
What are the risks that investors should keep in mind for 2021? Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we answer your questions on personalized investment portfolios, oil stocks, COVID-19 vaccine, Bitcoin, and more.
“What ifs…” VS Investment Strategy
“What if” scenarios are something investors are faced with everyday. What if COVID-19 cases rise? What if the stock market has gone up too fast? Should investors be worried about possible “what if” scenarios? Have a look at my recent video.
The Canadian Press – North American markets fall despite record start as U.S. stimulus talks hit snag
Check out my recent interview with the Canadian Press as I discuss the latest stock market action and impact of COVID-19 shutdowns.
2020 Year in Review: Shutdowns, Lessons Learned & The Future
This week’s video focuses on 2020, the Year in Review, looking at Shutdowns, Lessons Learned and The Future.
The Sunday Money Show – December 13, 2020
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we review the highlights and lessons learned for 2020. We also answered your questions on Tax-Free Savings Accounts, COVID-19 vaccine, technology stocks, and more.