
The Canadian Investor
The Podcast For Canadian Investors.
The podcast features in depth discussion around individual stocks and various investing strategies while incorporating the nuances of Canadian investment vehicles.
Show hosts Braden Dennis and Simon Belanger bring both experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to an investing podcast for Canadians.
Latest episodes

Aug 26, 2024 • 55min
The Best 30 Canadian Compounders Ranked
Dive into the world of Canadian Compounders that have conquered the market over the past decade. Discover how companies in garbage collection and real estate are making waves. Learn about the innovative strategies of EQ Bank and Fairfax in banking and insurance. Explore Brookfield Corp's complexities and its cash flow marvels. Witness Shopify’s astonishing rise in e-commerce and its potential for future growth. From cyclical strategies to resilient firms, this discussion highlights the dynamic landscape of Canadian investments.

Aug 22, 2024 • 48min
3 Under the Radar Canadian ETFs
Discover the fascinating world of the Japanese yen carry trade and its recent market impact. Learn about new Ethereum ETFs and their initial inflows. Delve into three lesser-known Canadian ETFs that could enhance your portfolio. Explore the nuances of fee structures and their significance for fund managers. Understand the differences between all-in-one ETFs and their performance variations, particularly the innovative strategies behind factor-based investing. The insights on market volatility and Canadian investment strategies are especially eye-opening!

Aug 19, 2024 • 50min
Berkshire’s Record Cash Pile and Retirement Income Accounts
In this episode, we start by talking about Berkshire Hathaway's record cash holdings which have now reached 277B. Simon then goes over the mechanics of RRIFs and LIFs, offering a detailed breakdown of how these retirement income funds work. He also shares learnings following the conversion of his parent’s investments to RIFs and LIFs. We also revisit a Canadian small-cap company, MDA, which Braden had previously flagged as one to watch and why it's still on his radar. Finally, we'll discuss Bitcoin’s recent volatility, examining how the unwinding of the Yen Carry Trade has impacted the market.. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: GM, F, SPOT, DIS, BMW, VOW, PARA, WBD, RY.TO, TD.TO 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 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.

Aug 15, 2024 • 54min
Consumers are Cutting Back and Companies are Feeling the Pinch
In this episode of The Canadian Investor we start with Tourmaline’s $1.3B acquisition of Crew Energy, an all-stock deal that skyrocketed Crew Energy's shares by 76%. We discuss what impact the acquisition will have on Tourmaline’s business going forward. Next, we turn to Starbucks’ surprising CEO shakeup, bringing in Chipotle’s Brian Niccol to lead the coffee giant. We break down Niccol’s impressive track record at Chipotle and what his leadership could mean for Starbucks’ future, especially as it faces consumer cutbacks in a tightening economy. We also touch on Canadian Tire’s struggle with declining revenues, Home Depot’s insights on the US consumer slowdown, and Goeasy’s continued growth in the subprime market, despite rising charge-offs. Plus, we look at Air Canada’s latest earnings showing that air travel is declining in Canada. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: CR.TO, SBUX, CTC-A.TO, AC.TO, TOU.TO, HD.TO 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 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.

Aug 12, 2024 • 44min
Should You Buy, Hold or Sell during Market Sell-offs?
In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, we dive into the mindset of buying during market sell-off and why it can be a smart move for long-term investors. Braden discusses a purchase he made during the holiday Monday sell-off. We discuss how market corrections can offer a good opportunity for investors to re-evaluate their plans based on their emotional reactions during volatile times. We also explore the differences between hard and soft sell rules, helping investors decide when to keep, trim or sell a position. Finally, we examine the DTC consumer brands that are struggling and the better way to play the space by investing in the ecosystems and platforms that power them. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: ASML, PTON, HIMS, WRBY, CHWY, BIRD, NKE, SHOP.TO, ETSY, META, MELI, AMZN, W, EBAY 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 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.

Aug 8, 2024 • 59min
Volatile Markets and Trouble at BCE and Starbucks
In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, we start by talking about the recent volatility. We look at the recent downturn of US stocks led by the large tech companies and how the TSX is now inching closer to matching the returns of those indices in 2024. We also discuss the recent Fed rate decision. We also look at the recently released job numbers out of the US and how it could push the Fed to cut rates in September despite the upcoming US elections in November. Additionally, we break down Amazon's mixed quarterly results and what they mean for the stock, Starbucks' earnings and review BCE's Q2 2024 earnings which contained some positives and negatives for the large Canadian telecom. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: SBUX, BCE.TO, AMZN 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 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.

Aug 5, 2024 • 46min
Buying Back Shares for the Wrong Reasons and Private Credit
In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, we explore how companies issue substantial Stock based compensation (SBC) to their employees while simultaneously reducing the overall share count through buybacks. We discuss whether tying SBC to buybacks makes strategic sense and discuss how shareholders should view buybacks. Additionally, we give an overview of private credit, which is a type of non-bank lending that is marketed as offering higher returns and tailored loan solutions but comes with a slew of risks and challenges for investors. We cover everything from lock-up periods and redemption limitations to the high fees and credit risks involved. Lastly, we take a closer look at public fintech companies and how they’ve fared since 2021 and if some of the names are worth a closer look. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: WISE, ADYEN, SQ, AFRM, TOST, LSPD, V, MA 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 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.

Aug 1, 2024 • 1h 6min
The Current and Future State of Canada's Economy with Rich Dias
In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, Simon is joined by Rich Dias from The Loonie Hour podcast to delve into the current state and future prospects of the Canadian economy. Rich sheds light on pressing economic issues, including the troubling decline in GDP per capita, the rising provisions for credit losses by Canadian banks, and the persistent inflationary pressures. Despite these challenges, Rich concludes on an optimistic note, offering three compelling reasons to be hopeful about the long-term outlook of the Canadian economy. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: 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 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.

Jul 29, 2024 • 56min
Our Biggest Opportunity Ever?
Braden sits down with Ryan Henderson, growth & content lead @ FinChat to talk about some of our biggest opportunities in the market through the years and some timely news as well. Tickers discussed: Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: GOOG, CRWD, CMG, LVMH, AXP, PM, META, AMZN 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 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.

Jul 25, 2024 • 45min
Canadian ETFs Hit Record Inflows in June
In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, we look at the Canadian and US ETF flows for June 2024. We look at some of the trends on both side of the border and what led to the record breaking month for Canadian ETFs. Simon also discussed the new notice savings account from EQ Bank, with Mahima Poddar, Senior VP and Group Head of Personal Bank at EQ Bank. Tickers of Stocks & ETF discussed: IVV, TLT, QQQ, IVW, EFG, SPY, EFV, IXC, SPYD, RSP, ZAG.TO, ZMMK.TO, ZCS.TO, ZCM.TO, ZSP.TO, ESGY.TO, ZJPN.TO, ZEM.TO, HULC.TO, NSCE.TO 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 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.
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