The Allan Small Financial Show

Watch the most recent episode of The Allan Small Financial Show as I discuss North American stock markets, oil prices, short selling, and key financial dates to watch.

“This Week” with Allan Small: How will the Fed announcements continue to affect the markets? What do bond yields tell us? Which stocks make most sense to take a look at in this investment environment? Check out this segment to learn more.

Banking turmoil has been dominating the headlines for the past 2 weeks with the collapse of a few banks in the US and one major bank in Europe. Should Canadians be afraid of our banks?

Bond yields are important! The stock market struggles when the rates are higher, so watch the bond yields to know how the market is doing.

A reasonable alternative to the stock market is the fixed income market. It provides a chance to invest in a more conservative way. But, remember that a bond isn’t the best route to growth.

Central Banks keeping up the fight against inflation. Inflation rate is coming down, and the overnight rate is getting higher. When these rates meet, it will be good news for Canadians. This could mean the stoppage of raising rates. Where will rates settle?

Inflation is coming down! The overnight rate is getting higher. When these two rates converge, it’s good! That’s when the Bank of Canada and the Federal Reserve will likely stop raising rates. Stay tuned!

Has cryptocurrency supplanted gold as the preeminent hedge against the U.S Dollar? Perhaps not according to my guest David Garofalo. And while it may not have replaced it, cryptocurrency has certainly impacted the price of gold in the short term.

When the Fed talks, the market listens. This week, Jerome Powell acknowledged that while he is seeing inflation begin to fall, the battle is just beginning. There may be additional rate hikes still to come.

Let’s talk gold. Is now a good time to invest in gold? In this episode, I speak with David Garofalo, Chairman & CEO of Gold Royalty Corp.

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.

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.