Blog: World
CP24 – BREAKING: Bank of Canada hikes key interest rate by quarter of percentage point
Watch my interview with CP24’s Arda Zakarian as we discuss the recent interest rate hike by the Bank of Canada and how it will affect investors.
This Week: Economic Data, Corporate Earnings & Evaluating Investment
We’re in the heart of corporate earnings season, and we’re finding out how good quality corporations are faring right now in the current economic climate.
The Allan Small Financial Show – January 25, 2023
Watch the most recent episode of The Allan Small Financial Show as I discuss the rise in oil prices, recession concerns and the role computer programs play in affecting markets today.
The Sunday Money Show – January 22, 2023
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss central banks, contrarian investing, TFSA versus RRSP and more.
BNN Bloomberg – Central bank policy & Technology stocks
Watch my interview with BNN Bloomberg’s Paul Bagnell as we discuss Canadian inflationary data, central bank policy and possible investment in technology stocks.
This Week: Economic Data, Corporate Earnings & Contrarian Investing
Are you a Contrarian? An iron stomach when getting into an investment everyone is bailing out of at a low is difficult. But it’s an opportunity to buy low and sell high. Like I always say, look for those good quality investment opportunities like in the tech space.
The Sunday Money Show – January 8, 2023
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss how markets will perform this year, do investors expect more rate increases, and much more.
The Allan Small Financial Show – January 11, 2023
On this episode, I discussed the latest stock market action, provided my insight on the markets and the overall economy.
BNN Bloomberg – Investing amid market volatility
Watch my interview with BNN Bloomberg’s Jacqueline Hansen as we discuss the potential for more interest rate hikes in 2023 and what investment ideas are attractive in this environment.
Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite up on first trading day of 2023, U.S. markets slightly down
Take a look at my interview with the Canadian Press as I discuss the first trading day of 2023 and recent stock market performance.
Yahoo! News – Don’t let these investing pitfalls hold you back in 2023
Check out my interview with Yahoo! News as I discuss investing pitfalls that investors should avoid as we enter 2023.
MoneySense – 2022’s year in Review: The financial highs, lows and what’s in store for 2023
Many of you have been asking for a recap of 2022 and what Canadians can expect for the economy and their investments in 2023. This article I wrote for MoneySense sums up my thoughts.
This Week: Economic Data / Corporate Earnings / Investing or Paying Down Debt
Paying down debt vs. investments? What to do with your money? Where I used to advise investing as much as possible due to rock bottom interest rates, now, it’s more of a 50/50. If you can pay down high interest debt and make investments, that’s the way to go. Reach out to me, and we can have a look at your situation to give you the best game plan!
The Allan Small Financial Show – An interview with MPP Stephen Crawford on the economy & more
What is the government doing to help businesses cope with rising rates and rising inflation? MPP Stephen Crawford and I talked about the Ontario government’s focus on the economy and more.
The Allan Small Financial Show – December 21, 2022
MPP Stephen Crawford, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Finance joins Allan Small to discuss inflation, rising interest rates and what the government is doing to help families and small businesses.
The Sunday Money Show – December 11, 2022
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss the investment highlights for 2022. We also answered your questions about today’s economic environment and the three things investors need to consider when they are investing their hard earned money.