Blog: World
This Week: Fed Speak / Market Valuation (Tech Sector) / Positivity amidst all this negativity
Debate is heating up: are we in a tech bubble? It’s a complex question with no clear-cut answer. But rest assured, I am here to steer your portfolio through any uncertainty.
The Allan Small Financial Show – June 28, 2023
Markets got a jolt from Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s surprise announcement of two more interest rate hikes on the horizon. As always, surprises like these highlight the importance of being prepared for all market scenarios.
The Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite edges down at market close, U.S. stock markets also drop
Read my interview with the Canadian Press as I discussed the impact of the Fed’s comments about the potential for another 2 rate hikes this year and how this affected stock market performance.
CP24 – Inflation lowest in nearly 2 years
Watch my interview with CP24’s Jamie Gutfreund as we chat about inflation.
The Sunday Money Show – June 25, 2023
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discussed the magnificent 7 – Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia & Tesla. Is it healthy for a market to move higher based on just seven names? Check out the podcast to learn more.
The Sunday Money Show – June 11, 2023
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss interest rate hikes in Canada & US, the effects of the job market on the economy, Toronto Stock Exchange forecast and more.
This Week: Trim Profits / Buy Names not yet Risen / Stay Diversified
What should you do with the extra capital you reap from the profits you just trimmed? Take a look into some names that have the potential to grow! Companies like BofA, HomeDepot or Amazon.
The Allan Small Financial Show – Today’s Markets: An interview with Jonathan Chevreau
An interview with Jonathan Chevreau – financial columnist, author, Chief Findependence Officer (CFO) with the Financial Independence Hub, and author Findependence Day.
The Allan Small Financial Show – June 14, 2023
Watch the full show as we discussed how inflation and interest rate hikes are impacting investors with our special guest Jonathan Chevreau.
BNN Bloomberg – Impacts of AI in Tech Sector Rally
Watch my interview with BNN Bloomberg’s Jacqueline Hansen as we discuss Artificial Intelligence, how AI is driving the technology sector and the recent stock market action.
This Week: Central Banks in a Quandary / Market Breadth / Consider Being a Contrarian
Going against the grain can sometimes lead to the greatest gains. Contrarian investing is about spotting the diamonds others overlook. Remember, in a world of followers, it pays to be a thoughtful contrarian.
The Allan Small Financial Show – May 31, 2023
Watch the full show as I discussed the latest stock market action, provided my insight on the markets and the overall economy.
The Sunday Money Show – May 28, 2023
Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as we discuss Canadian bank earnings, Canadian debt levels, and how small businesses are coping with higher interest rates & inflation.
The Allan Small Financial Show – An Interview with with Dan Kelly, President, CEO and Chair of the CFIB
“Don’t make it worse.” President and CEO of CFIB Dan Kelly has three immediate suggestions for how the government can help support small businesses in Canada.
This Week: Macro to Micro / Where is the Growth Coming From? / Stock Valuations
Where is growth coming from? Look no further than the Tech Sector. Companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft have all been soaring in the first quarter of the year, propping up the entire stock market.
The Allan Small Financial Show – May 17, 2023
Check out the latest episode of The Allan Small Financial Show as we talked about the state of small business and how they are coping with higher interest rates and inflation with Dan Kelly, President & CEO, CFIB.