Two analysts compare and contrast the Canadian economy with the US economy, focusing on sectors like finance and resources. They also discuss the challenges in the Canadian housing market caused by high housing costs in relation to household income.
Get in, Fools! We’re going to Canada.
Nick Sciple and Jim Gillies, both analysts for The Motley Fool Canada, caught up to talk about the macro environment in America’s Northern Neighbor and opportunities investors can find in a messy housing market. They also discuss:
- The deceptive nature of “static” mortgages
- 6 bank stocks that are long-term, growing winners
- And a company that “specializes in the absurd”
Tickers discussed: CM, BNS, TD, RY, BMO, TSX:NA, BB, SHOP, TSX: CSU, TSX: ATD, TSX: SJ
Host: Nick Sciple
Guest: Jim Gillies
Producer: Mary Long
Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks
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