Blog: World
This Week: Positives / Negatives of Investing & Chinese Stocks
With markets at all-time highs, why should investors be investing today and what are the pitfalls investors also need to consider? What’s happening with Chinese stocks and should they be part of your portfolio? Get the answers here.
The Sunday Money Show – July 25, 2021
How COVID anxiety is affecting investors & the stock market? Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as I discuss the significant market swing, inflation, corporate earnings & more.
Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite index falls on pressure from materials, U.S. markets up slightly
Check out my latest interview with The Canadian Press as we discuss the latest stock market action, healthcare stocks, oil price & more.
This Week: Inflation, Corporate Earnings & COVID Anxiety
How will inflation affect the markets and the Federal Reserve? What is the expected performance of corporate earnings in the second quarter? And how will rising COVID-19 case numbers affect stock markets around the world? Find out here.
Canadian Press – Strong stock market run not a signal of impending correction, say experts
Check out my latest interview with The Canadian Press as we discuss how the stock market has performed and how to protect your investment portfolio from the possible market volatility in the second half of the year.
The Sunday Money Show – July 11, 2021
How has the stock market performed during the first half of 2021? Listen to my Sunday Money Show podcast as I discuss how small businesses are doing as Ontario moving to step 3 of COVID-19 reopening. We also discussed the Allan Small Difference, the importance of diversification, and more.
This Week: The First Six Months, Managing Money & Diversification
A mid-year stock market recap, how to manage your money during market all-time highs and diversification. Get the answers here.
Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite sets new record as crude surpasses US$76 a barrel
Check out my latest interview with The Canadian Press as I discuss airline stocks, oil prices, and more.
The Sunday Money Show – June 27, 2021
What types of investments make sense in a higher inflationary environment? Listen to the Sunday Money Show podcast as I discuss investment ideas to combat the higher inflation. We also answered your questions on taxation and whether tax increases should be expected as we recover from the pandemic.
Canadian Press – North American stock markets get boost from infrastructure deal and Fed remarks
Check out my recent Canadian Press interview where I discuss what impact the Federal Reserve in the U.S. has on the stock market’s performance.
This Week: Fed Speak, Buy The Dips & Inflationary Trades
How could news from the U.S. Federal Reserve affect the stock market? Is “buying the dips” still a smart way to invest? And learn how some investors are combating inflation. Get the answers here.
Canadian Press – S&P/TSX composite down for first week since early May on interest rate hike prospects
Check out my recent Canadian Press interview where I discuss interest rates and overall stock market performance.
The Difference Between a Company’s Share Price and its Value
It’s easy for investors, particularly those who are new to investing, to think that a stock’s share price reflects the company’s underlying value. But this is not always the case. Check out my latest blog post to learn more.
The Sunday Money Show – June 13, 2021
Listen to The Sunday Money Show podcast as Iain Grant and I are joined by Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). Dan discusses many of the issues small businesses are facing today. We also discussed Ontario’s phase 1 of reopening, the latest jobs report and investors’ mindset when buying stocks.
Get Ready for a New Normal: Choppy Markets
For many consecutive months through the pandemic, investors enjoyed a smooth ride to ever higher returns. That solid trajectory of growing portfolios and wealth has been replaced by market swings within one day and over the course of a week. Check out my latest blog post to learn more.
This Week: Jobs Report, Investor Mindset & Tech
Could last week’s disappointing job report actually be a good thing for the stock market? How can investors identify quality stocks? Should you still be investing in tech? Tune in and find out.