The Canadian Investor

This week’s episode covers everything from inflation pressures in Canada to the biggest trends shaping global markets. Simon and Dan dig into Netflix’s earnings and its revised bid for Warner Bros/HBO, Taiwan Semiconductor’s explosive AI-driven growth, and what BlackRock’s latest results reveal about the future of private credit and alternative assets. Tickers of stocks discussed: NFLX, TSM, BLK Watch the full video on Our New Youtube Channel! Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website Canadian Investor Podcast Network Twitter: @cdn_investing Simon’s twitter: @Fiat_Iceberg Braden’s twitter: @BradoCapital Dan’s Twitter: @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 Asset Allocation ETFs | BMO Global Asset Management Sign up for Fiscal.ai 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.

As TFSA room opens up for 2026, the hosts dive into eight intriguing stock options. They explore Thomson Reuters, facing AI disruption but with potential upsides. WSP Global shines as an engineering compounder linked to infrastructure growth. West Dome Gold is noted for its unusual valuation amid Canadian gold production. The hosts discuss Teck Resources, tapping into copper's electrification demand. They also highlight a subprime lender's rapid growth alongside regulatory risks and Zoom's strong cash flow despite stiff competition. A diverse lineup for informed investing!

A fascinating discussion unpacks the DOJ's probe into Jerome Powell, raising concerns about the Fed's independence amid political tensions. Aritzia's impressive U.S. expansion and robust margins are highlighted, while the implications of Trump's proposal to cap credit card rates at 10% raise eyebrows. The potential impact on banks and consumers, alongside the controversy surrounding Minto REIT's take-private deal, suggests an intriguing landscape for Canadian investors. Exploring these issues reveals both opportunities and challenges in the current market.

The discussion delves into whether TELUS might face a dividend cut like BCE’s. They highlight TELUS's improving cash flow and the importance of its capital-light segments. Concerns are raised about the potential triggers for a dividend reduction, including stalled growth and regulatory pressures. Shifting gears, the hosts explore the recent surge in silver prices, driven by geopolitical factors and supply issues, emphasizing the industrial demand for silver over its traditional monetary role. They also advise on safely gaining exposure to silver.

The hosts dive into a ranking of Canada's largest stocks, discussing banks, pipelines, and precious metals. They raise growth concerns for Alimentation Couche-Tard while praising Franco-Nevada's impressive royalty model. TC Energy's transformation towards natural gas and Suncor's turnaround under a new CEO are also highlighted. Meanwhile, Waste Connections boasts strong margins and Dollarama shines as a resilient retailer. The episode concludes with tier rankings, reflecting on market shifts and key insights.

Dive into the fascinating world of Canada's largest public companies as the hosts rank the first 15 based on business quality. Discover how Royal Bank stands strong yet isn't in the top tier, while Shopify earns an S for its impressive cash flow and AI integration. Learn about the risks facing TD and Scotiabank, contrasted with Brookfield's complex yet competitive edge. Explore the strengths of miners like Agnico Eagle and Wheaton Precious Metals, along with Canadian Pacific's robust rail network. Get ready for part two!

The hosts dive into their annual bold predictions, scoring last year's calls on Bitcoin and BCE. They discuss the potential downturn for mega-cap AI stocks and predict a rebound for an anti-AI portfolio. Notably, expectations rise for Canadian National Railway's management changes and a strategic pivot toward debt reduction. One bold forecast suggests the TSX will outperform U.S. indexes, while concerns arise over Palantir's high valuation, hinting at potential vulnerability in 2026.

The three amigos reunite for the 2025 year-in-review and break down the biggest market takeaways of the year. Dan explains how the TSX delivered rare outperformance versus U.S. markets, powered by financials and a major run in precious metals—while telecoms slid out of Canada’s top market-cap ranks. The crew then dives into AI’s public-market ripple effects: the data center CapEx boom, who’s winning across chips, infrastructure, and power, and why data center REITs may not be the pure-play many investors expect. Simon recaps “Liberation Day” and the tariff-driven selloff that rattled markets, before they close on gold and silver’s breakout, banks leaning on capital markets, Bitcoin’s volatility (and the MicroStrategy trade), and a quiet three-year stretch of weakness in Canadian railways. Tickers of Stocks discussed: BCE.TO , ZBK, AXP, CLS, EQIX, DLR, ORCL, NVDA, AVGO, ASML, TSM, SMH, WSP.TO , ADBE, CRM, NOW, CSU.TO, GOOG, MSTR, CP.TO, CNR.TO   Check out our portfolio by going to Jointci.com Our Website Our New Youtube Channel! Canadian Investor Podcast Network Twitter: @cdn_investing Simon’s twitter: @Fiat_Iceberg Braden’s twitter: @BradoCapital Dan’s Twitter: @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 Asset Allocation ETFs | BMO Global Asset Management Sign up for Fiscal.ai 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.

Dan Foch, a real estate and private lending expert, joins to explain the complex world of private mortgages, from MICs to syndicated mortgages. They reveal how these investments promise high yields while hiding significant fees and liquidity risks. Dan emphasizes the difference between first and second-position lending and delves into the dangers of gated redemptions and conflicts of interest. Investors are urged to conduct thorough due diligence, asking critical questions to avoid being trapped in unfavorable financial situations.

Bipen Rai, Managing Director at BMO Global Asset Management, dives into the macroeconomic landscape and the role of gold in investment portfolios. He explains why gold is set to rally due to supply and demand dynamics, and discusses its potential as a bond alternative. Bipen also shares insights on the impact of recent Fed policies, the uncertainty in bond returns, and the attractiveness of sectors like healthcare and Canadian banks. He compares Bitcoin to gold, highlighting the latter's reliability as a store of value amid market volatility.