The Canadian Investor

In this episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, Braden shares his observations from his recent travels across Europe, focusing on the evolving landscape of investment opportunities and the significant shift in credit card adoption in Spain compared to his last visit. He highlights the dramatic increase in credit card acceptance, noting the ease of transactions even with the smallest vendors. Simon dives into the mechanics of how Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) companies generate revenue and discusses the intriguing findings from a recent New York Federal Reserve study. The study outlines how the adoption of BNPL services varies significantly between financially fragile and financially stable households, shedding light on consumer behavior and financial health. Wrapping up the episode, they explore the investment philosophy of renowned investor Norbert Lou. They also discuss the breaking news announcement by the US government to potentially reclassify marijuana from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule 3 drug, examining the potential ripple effects this major shift could have on Canadian cannabis stocks. Tickers of stock discussed: WEED.TO, ACB.TO, V, MA, AFRM, PYPL, SQ NY Fed BNPL Study Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Web player - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon and Dan start with a look at the GDP growth in Canada and the US and what it means for interest rates and investors going forward. They then go over recent earnings from Alphabet, Meta, Tesla, and Canadian Pacific. Alphabet's surprising dividend announcement and strong revenue growth across its various segments contrast with the challenges posed by current search engine dynamics. Meta's robust revenue growth faces the headwinds of future investment expectations, while Tesla navigates production costs and market demands amidst falling sales prices. Canadian Pacific reports a steady quarter. They finish by touching on 3M's strategic decisions, including a dividend "reset" following a major spinoff and legal settlements, providing a broader perspective on the implications for long-term dividend strategies. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Web player - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, Dan Foch from the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast joins Simon to give the pros and cons between investing in the stock markets and investing in real estate. You can access part 2 of the episode on the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast by using the links below. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Listen to Part 2 of the episode: Apple Podcast Spotify Web player Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Dan and Simon as they dissect the recent changes to the capital gains inclusion tax revealed in the 2024 federal budget and the implications for Canadian investors and businesses. The duo explores the implications of the adjusted tax rate for investments, with a special focus on the impact for small business owners and self-employed professionals who hold substantial corporate assets. They also delve into the latest Bitcoin halving, analyzing its potential effects on the Bitcoin network. The conversation then shifts to the decline of Goodfood following its pandemic peak and examines Netflix's decision to stop reporting certain subscriber metrics. Wrapping up the episode, Dan and Simon discuss American Express's latest earnings, highlighting how its business model differs from other payment processors like Visa and Mastercard. Q4 2023 Fed Household Debt Survey Stocks discussed in this episode: MA, FOOD.TO, AXP, V, NFLX Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Simon and Braden explore Canada's job market post-Covid, examining how public, private, and self-employed sectors have diverged in their recovery trajectories. In the next segment, they discuss BCE's recent earnings and guidance. They look at BCE’s dividend and why it may not be sustainable for the long term. Simon and Braden finish the episode by discussing allocation and how it can be a great tool for diversification and minimizing risk across different asset classes. Stocks discussed in this episode: BCE.TO, ABNB, UBER, DASH, CVNA, NFLX, Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Simon and Dan start by discussing the recent CPI data from both Canada and the US and explain why the Bank of Canada will have a tough decision to make at its next June meeting. They then discuss the announcement that Tesla will be laying off at least 10% of its global workforce and why New York Community Bank might still be in trouble despite getting a 1B cash infusion a month ago. Simon and Dan also discuss the earnings of MTY Food Group and JP Morgan. Stocks discussed in this episode: MTY.TO, JPM, TSLA, NYCB Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this installment of the Canadian Investor Podcast, Simon reflects on the valuable insights he's gathered over two decades of investing. Additionally, Simon and Braden explore the significant impact of Constellation Software's spinoffs on the TSX Venture Exchange and discuss Reddit's advantages from recent updates to Google’s search engine optimization strategies. Stocks discussed in this episode: GOOG, RDDT, CSU.TO, TOI.V, LMN.V Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, Simon and Dan start by comparing the latest jobs report in Canada and the US and what it means for the Bank of Canada going forward when it comes to interest rates. They discuss Indigo's transition to a private entity under Trilogy Investment and what it means for existing shareholders. Dan breaks down the short report by Spruce Point Management's on WSP Global. Simon and Dan also discuss Lightspeed job cut and share buyback announcement, Dollarama's impressive year and the recent departure of Teladoc’s CEO. Join Simon and Dan for the latest news and earnings episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast Stocks discussed in this episode: LSPD.TO, WSP.TO, TDOC, DOL.TO Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Braden dives into his investment journey over the past decade starting when he turned 18. He shares his transition from indexing to selecting individual stocks and reflects on the lessons learned, emphasizing the intellectual joy of managing a portfolio despite the challenges.He discusses what he’s learned over the past 10 years, including the importance of quality over quantity in portfolio decisions, the influence of entrepreneurship on his investment approach, and the evolving understanding of what constitutes a sustainable business moat. Simon and Braden also discuss two stocks on their radar. Simon goes over why streaming mining giant Franco-Nevada is on his radar while Braden goes over the small cap roll-up Terravest. Stocks discussed in this episode: FNV.TO, TVK Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us on The Canadian Investor Podcast as we dive into the latest market trends and financial news. This week, we cover the announcement that Nuvei is going private and the implications for shareholders. We also cover the sentence handed down to Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) as a result of the fraud he committed while at the head of FTX, the former crypto exchange. We also explore the recent merger of Trump Media and Technology Group with DWAC and why it could be the latest meme stock. We also cover the recent earnings results from BRP and a look back at Cineplex earnings and why it's still struggling to get back to pre-pandemic levels. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Simon and Braden this episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast. We start off the episode on a fun note looking at recent returns from different stocks and assets. The rest of the episode is dedicated to the recent short report on Equinix by Hindenburg Research. Equinix is the largest data center REIT in the world and has benefited from the AI excitement that has been driving the stock market for the last 18 months. Simon and Braden share their strategies on how they approach such short reports, emphasizing the importance of not dismissing them outright but rather considering their merits critically. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dan and Simon dissect the US Federal Reserve's recent decision to keep rates unchanged. They then delve into Alimentation Couche-Tard's earnings and explain why the stock sold off after the earnings release. Dan and Simon then discuss the recent Reddit IPO and why investors should do their homework before deciding to invest in the latest social media IPO. They also touch on Lightspeed's potential shift to private ownership, Canada Goose's layoffs aimed at operational efficiency, and discuss the recent earnings of fashion giants, Nike and Lulelmon. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this insightful episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, your hosts, Simon and Braden, delve deep into the intriguing role of luck in the stock market and its potential effects on your investment outcomes. The duo explores the critical question of how much luck versus skill contributes to selecting winning stocks. Further, they shed light on the often misleading nature of historical returns, particularly focusing on the total returns of stocks that have shown exceptional performance over long periods. Join Simon and Braden as they provide a fresh perspective on evaluating past performance and the unpredictable element of luck in investing. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into an expanded episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, where Dan and Simon dissect the recent Canadian CPI data for February 2024 and why it could make the Bank of Canada’s rate decisions ever more difficult. They also explore the unexpected partnership discussions between Apple and Google which could have big impacts on the apple ecosystem. They then discuss CBC Marketplace's investigation into the Big 5 Canadian Banks sales practices. In this episode, they also discuss the recent news of a private equity buyout offer for Nuvei as well as Empire’s latest results and what it means for the grocery market in Canada. CBC 2017 Go Public investigation CBC 2024 marketplace investigation Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, join Simon alongside Mark McGrath, a certified financial planner from PWL, as they dive deep into the intricacies of financial planning and investment strategies. They begin by discussing the benefits of index investing as a cornerstone of sound financial planning including the pros and cons of home country bias. The conversation then pivots to debunking the myths surrounding dividend investing, providing a critical examination of the pursuit for high yields and the necessity for thorough research to avoid common traps. As the dialogue progresses, Simon and Mark explore the dynamic realm of cryptocurrency investments. With the advent of new Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US, Mark provides insight if he has seen increased interest from clients as a result of the launch. The episode rounds off with a crucial conversation on pension plans, specifically the distinctions and misunderstandings between Defined Benefit (DB) and Defined Contribution (DC) plans. They underscore the essential need for investors to grasp the subtleties of their retirement savings options, challenging the prevailing notion that all DB plans are inherently superior. Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon and Dan dive into a concise exploration of the latest economic developments affecting investors in Canada and the US. The Bank of Canada stands pat with its policy rate at 5%, amidst mixed growth signals and persistent inflation, particularly in housing. We also dissect the surprising US CPI data for February 2024, which shows a slight uptick in inflation, influencing the Federal Reserve's interest rate strategy and its implications for the Canadian economy. Highlighting company earnings, we delve into Pollard Banknote's resilience in the face of economic challenges and explore strategic financial movements within New York Community Bancorp. Additionally, insights from Park Lawn Corporation and Costco reveal how businesses are adapting to changing monetary policies and consumer trends. Join us for a succinct analysis on The Canadian Investor Podcast, where we break down complex economic indicators and their impact on investment strategies, providing listeners with actionable insights in a rapidly changing financial landscape. Symbols of stocks discussed: PLC.TO, NYCB, PBL.TO, COST Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Canadian Investor, Simon and Braden provide the best businesses in the world for every letter of the Alphabet Symbols of stocks discussed: AAPL, BRK-B, DE, META, HD, JNJ, LMT, MA, PEP, INTU, ROP, SPGI, TSM, UH, UNH, V, WMT, GOOG, ASML, ETSY, DIS, CNR.TO, RACE, GPC, JPM, KR, LULU, NKE, MCD, OXY, UBER, YUM, TXN, SBUX, SPG, QBR-B.TO Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, hosts Simon and Dan delve into the latest financial headlines, starting with the meteoric rise of Bitcoin against various fiat currencies. They then analyze the challenges facing New York Community Bank amidst its exposure to commercial real estate, questioning its survival prospects. Finally, the duo provides a comprehensive review of the recent earnings reports from major Canadian banks including RBC, TD, CIBC, and National Bank, offering insights into their performance and implications for investors. Tickers of stocks discussed: NYCB, TD.TO, RY.TO, CM.TO, NA.TO Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to another insightful episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast with Simon and Braden. In this week's episode, our hosts delve into the intricacies of Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT), exploring its relevance in today's dynamic investment landscape. They unravel the complexities of businesses navigating competing incentives among stakeholders, shedding light on key strategies for sustainable growth and profitability. As the conversation evolves, Simon and Braden shift their focus to a hot topic in the investment world: Spot Bitcoin ETFs. With seven weeks since their launch, they analyze the performance of these ETFs, dissecting fund flows and assets under management to determine whether they've lived up to the hype or fallen short of expectations. Randy Cohen Blog on 60/40 performance The Block Bitcoin Flow Charts Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Dan and Simon for the weekly news and earnings episode. In this episode, Simon and Dan start by talking about Nvidia’s blowout quarter and what the future might hold for Nvidia, AI and the semiconductor space. They then discuss the earnings of Lightspeed Commerce and Teladoc, two pandemic darlings that have seen their share price crater since 2021. The episode concludes with Simon and Dan discussing Loblaw’s earnings and the start of Canadian Bank earnings. Tickers of stocks discussed: NVDA, BMO.TO, BNS.TO, L.TO, TDOC, LSPD.TO Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website @cdn_investing @Fiat_Iceberg @BradoCapital@stocktrades_ca Want to learn more about Real Estate Investing? Check out the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast! Apple Podcast - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Spotify - The Canadian Real Estate Investor Sign up for Finchat.io for free to get easy access to global stock coverage and powerful AI investing tools. Register for EQ Bank, the seamless digital banking experience with better rates and no nonsense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.