Blog: Podcasts

How much is the stock market affected by the Coronavirus outbreak? I joined Iain Grant to discuss the latest stock market action. I also answered your questions on market linked GIC’s, what to look for in a good Investment Advisor and more.

How do geopolitics impact individual investments? Listen to our podcast as Iain Grant and I discuss how the latest tensions between the U.S. and Iran can affect your portfolio and whether it is a good time to buy stocks like Apple.

How important it is for investors to have a financial plan? Listen to our podcast as Iain Grant and I discuss the highlights of 2019. We also discussed the recent update on the U.S.-China trade deal, why some Canadians feel that recession is coming and what should novice investors consider when investing for the first time.

How did Black Friday affect the stock market performance? Do retail stocks tend to rise this time of year? Listen to our podcast as Iain Grant and I answer your questions on the latest stock market action including Canadian bank stocks, Netflix versus Disney and more.

Are recession worries starting to decline? Why the fear of missing out has replaced recession concerns? I joined Iain Grant to discuss the latest stock market action and why you should stay invested in the markets. We also discussed computer program trades and how more and more they affect the performance of our markets.

Will the Bank of Canada lower interest rates? Listen to our podcast as I discuss why interest rates have been unchanged for several months. We also answered your questions on the impact of U.S.-China trade deal on the markets and how Investment Advisors charge for their services.

Listen to our podcast as Iain Grant and I discuss the U.S./China trade deal and how will this continue to impact the markets. We also answered your questions on mortgage stress tests, housing and how these impact your investing strategy.

Is October historically a bad month for investors? I joined Iain Grant to discuss favorable months for the stock market and why did the TSX climb so much in September. We also answered your questions on recent U.S./China trade talks and things to consider with REIT stocks.

Do Canadian elections have an impact on the stock market? I joined Iain Grant to discuss TSX reaching all-time highs and which investments have propelled the TSX to these highs.

Should investors be concerned about the recent recession talk? Listen to the podcast as I answer your questions about U.S.-China trade talks, recession concerns and why September is a tough month for investors.

Will the Bank of Canada cut interest rates before the end of 2019? I joined Barb DiGiulio to discuss bank earnings and if Canadian bank stocks are a good investment at this time.

Is U.S.-China trade war changing into a currency war? I joined Iain Grant to discuss what a currency war is and why August has been such a volatile month.

Why is it important to diversify your investments? How should you evaluate your own portfolio?

Last Sunday, I joined Iain Grant to discuss the next moves by the Federal Reserve in the U.S., whether they will be cutting interest rates this month.

How will the U.S.-China trade deal affect the Canadian dollar? I joined Iain Grant to discuss why is the U.S. dollar is a safe haven and how will this change after the trade war.

Are the trade negotiations causing uncertainty in the markets? I joined Iain Grant to discuss tariffs on China, a possible drop in interest rates and discussed how bond markets affect the stock market.

Is a trade war the number one concern for investors? I joined Iain Grant to discuss the trade wars between the US and China, and the US and Mexico.

What are China’s options for retaliating against the US beyond tariffs? I joined Iain Grant last Sunday to discuss what does the US-China trade war mean to Canadian investors.

Will the markets continue to climb? I joined Iain Grant to discuss why investors should never time the market. We also answered your questions on how to manage your portfolio, cost of investing and more financial advice.

What should you look for in a good investment advisor? I joined Iain Grant to discuss the current stock market levels and why we are not headed for a recession in the near term despite talks of an inverted yield curve.

How should investors approach IPOs? Iain Grant and I discussed the latest companies to go public, Lyft and Levi’s. Is it a good idea to invest in a company that just went public? We also discussed Boeing, Apple and the impact of President Trump closing the Mexican border.

I joined Iain Grant to discuss your questions on managing your investment portfolio: Why understanding your risk tolerance is important? Can market volatility be good for investors? How do you know when a stock is of good value?

When should investors adjust their portfolio? I joined Barb DiGiulio to discuss a few strategies and what to look for when building your investment portfolio. We also answered your questions on the US dollar, Facebook shares, cannabis stocks and more.

Last Sunday, Iain Grant and I discussed the impact of a U.S.-China trade deal and why we are not in an earnings recession.

Why are Facebook shares rising? I joined Iain Grant to discuss January’s market rally and why it is always a good time to invest in the stock market. We also answer your questions on technology stocks and provide tips on investing in cannabis stocks.

What types of investments should you be owning in your RRSP? I spoke to Iain Grant discussing why the markets have become more positive and why investors should start adjusting their portfolios.

I joined Barb DiGiulio to discuss the latest market trends and what investors are thinking at this time. RRSP season is here and with the market selling off at the end of 2018, is this a great time to invest into your RRSP?

Are investors looking forward to 2019? I joined Iain Grant to discuss the effects of the trade war, weakening of the Trump bump, volatility in Cannabis stocks and valuation of Tech stocks.

Why is General Motors closing its plant in Oshawa? I joined Iain Grant to discuss the recent G20 summit, trade talk and interest rates. How do these things affect your portfolio? We also discussed how new investors can begin to dip their toes into this market.

Are most technology stocks already in correction territory? Iain Grant and I discussed the recent market volatility and in particular the volatility in the technology sector.

What should investors do in preparation for January? Iain Grant and I had a discussion on the recent market volatility and how should investors modify their expectations.

I joined Iain Grant to answer your questions on the recent market volatility, investment strategies and more.

What does the new trade deal USMCA mean for investors? Iain Grant and I had a discussion on trade policies and how will these affect investors. We also answered your questions on Cannabis stocks, how to evaluate your investment advisor, how much do you need to retire,...

What are the pros and cons of Exchange Traded Funds? I joined Iain Grant to discuss your questions on ETFs, cannabis stock valuations, and more investing tips. Click here to download on iTunes > Do you have an investment question? Feel free to call or email me at...

Will Canadian interest rates increase in October? I joined Iain Grant to answer your questions on a possible rise in oil prices, the impact of a strong US dollar, and how will these affect investors. Click here to download on iTunes > Do you have an investment...

 Longest US bull market in history since WWII. Will it continue?– Many believe that Wed. Aug. 22 marked the longest US bull market in history with the S&P500 having risen more than 320% since the index’s low mark on March 9, 2009. Do you think this is one of the...