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The Loonie HourCentral Banks Push Back Against Rate CutsThe Bank of Canada holds rates. The Fed turns hawkish. Gold and commodities ripping higher as geopolitical risks intensify. The International Monetary Fund suggests Canada needs to fix its own internal trade barriers. US warship arrives in the Middle East. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep g...
2026-01-301h 18
The Loonie HourCanada Cuts Trade Deal with ChinaCarney cuts a deal with China, deviating away from US policy. The World Economic Forum kicks off with heated speeches. Canadian food inflation accelerates. The battle for Greenland and the race to secure critical minerals. Toronto pre-sales hit 40 year lows. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep g...
2026-01-231h 09
The Loonie HourThe Cost of Living Crisis- w/guest David ChiltonDavid Chilton, author of 'The Wealthy Barber' joins the pod. We discuss housing, the cost of living, and how Canadians can get ahead. Postgame includes the coercion of the Federal Reserve, China's whopping trade surplus, and Germany's failed energy policy. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep gr...
2026-01-161h 17
The Loonie HourWill Canadian Oil be Replaced by Venezuela?Trump captures Maduro, plans to reinvigorate Venezuela oil. What are the impacts on Canadian oil? US National security implications, critical minerals, and the quest for Greenland. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the world needs. Visit https://pathwaysalliance.ca/ t...
2026-01-091h 04
The Loonie HourPrecious Metals Screaming Higher into 2026Gold jumped more than 60% over the past year, and silver is now ripping higher. A warning sign for 2026? Good intentions gone bad, First Nations reconciliation. Widespread fraud hits Minnesota. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the world needs. Visit htt...
2026-01-0258 min
The Loonie HourCanada's House Price Declines Should Continue in 2026Toronto new home sales fall to lowest levels on records for the year. The Federal Government wants to bring foreign buyers back. The boys make their 2026 predictions with guest Ben Rabidoux. Currency volatility, falling rents, and the rise of right wing governments. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together t...
2025-12-261h 04
The Loonie HourCanada Records Sharpest Population Decline in 80 YearsCanada's population shrinks for the first time in years. Vacancies surge. House prices are still falling, now down 21% from the peak. Private credit price discovery. Ford cancels EV push. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the world needs. Visit h...
2025-12-1956 min
The Loonie HourFed Cuts Rates, Brings Back QE Stimulus- w/ guest Jim IuorioCanada's largest brokerage calls for falling home prices in 2026. Fed starts buying short term treasuries and says it's not QE. We are joined by guest Jim Iuorio to discuss Fed rate cuts, fiscal bazookas and risk assets. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy w...
2025-12-121h 08
The Loonie HourIs Canada on the Verge of a Commodities Boom? - w/ guest Heather Exner-PirotWhat does the Alberta MOU really mean? Tanker bans. Nutrien potash terminal derails BC’s Eby. Alberta poised for Ai power centers. Bank of Canada and the Fed on deck. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings! For Investors and Advisors: https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehourFor Mortgage Brokers:https://www.neighbourhood.com/looniehour-brokersPathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the world needs. Visit https://pat...
2025-12-051h 26
The Loonie HourCarney & Alberta Reach a Deal for an Oil PipelineCarney and Smith sign a memorandum of understanding on a pipeline. Saskatchewan signs potash agreement. Toronto new home sales slow to near zero. Are government stats concealing the poverty line?Join Us for The Loonie Hour Investor Series - with Ben Rabidoux, Live in Toronto on December 2nd, 2025! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-investor-series-with-ben-rabidoux-dec-2nd-2025-tickets-1969989267931?aff=oddtdtcreator Pathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the world needs. Visit https...
2025-11-281h 09
The Oakwyn PodcastEp. 299: Selling Smart in a Tough Market, with Steve SaretskyThis week, Morgan and Michael welcome Steve Saretsky back to the podcast to break down what sellers really need to know in today’s shifting market. Steve is the creator and author of The Saretsky Report, host of The Loonie Hour Podcast, a Vancouver realtor, real estate investor, and owner of the Saretsky Group.How do you price with precision whilst managing expectrations? How are do you guide clients through slower sales cycles, rising inventory, and unpredictable buyer behavior? Another episode packed with Oakwyn wisdom, take notes!
2025-11-251h 04
The Loonie HourThe Housing Bust Isn't Over YetHome prices are still moving lower despite home sales improving. Canada inflation data steady. Risk assets selling off. Bond yields surging in Japan, the world's most indebted nation. BC cancels Net Zero auto sales target. Join Us for The Loonie Hour Investor Series - with Ben Rabidoux, Live in Toronto on December 2nd, 2025! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-investor-series-with-ben-rabidoux-dec-2nd-2025-tickets-1969989267931?aff=oddtdtcreator Pathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy...
2025-11-211h 09
The Loonie HourCan Canada's Auto Sector Survive?We are joined by guest Brian Kingston, President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association. Tariffs, China EV's, and Canada's role in the EV race. What is the future of the Canadian auto sector? Join Us for The Loonie Hour Investor Series - with Ben Rabidoux, Live in Toronto on December 2nd, 2025! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-investor-series-with-ben-rabidoux-dec-2nd-2025-tickets-1969989267931?aff=oddtdtcreator Pathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the...
2025-11-141h 16
The Loonie HourCanada's $78B Fiscal Bazooka - w/ guest Sean SpeerHousing slump continues. Tensions flare over First Nations land claims. Carney's $78B fiscal bazooka drops. Can the budget fix what ails Canada? Emissions caps and pipelines. With guest and former economic policy advisor Sean Speer. Pathways Alliance brings together six of Canada's largest oil sands companies working together to keep growing Canada's economy while providing the energy the world needs. Visit https://pathwaysalliance.ca/ to learn more!Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!
2025-11-071h 25
The Loonie HourBank of Canada Warns of Structural DeclineBank of Canada and the Fed cut rates by 25bps. BoC warns of lower living standards. Richmond First Nations dispute causing financing issues. Bill Gates pivots on climate change. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the Saretsky Group Real Estate Services: https://www.saretskygroup.com/
2025-10-311h 15
The Loonie HourInflation Rebounds Ahead of Bank of Canada DecisionInflation ticked higher than expected in September. Market odds favor another rate cut. First Nation land ruling. Layoff announcements accelerate. Global Carbon Tax. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the Saretsky Group Real Estate Services: https://www.saretskygroup.com/Check out, Subscribe, and
2025-10-251h 07
The Loonie HourThe Death Knell for the Canadian Auto SectorStellantis moves Jeep production to the US. Asking Rents continue to fall across Canada. The wealth gap widens. Powell suggests an end to quantitative tightening. Cities roll-back multiplex zoning. Join The Loonie Hour and the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast live in Vancouver on October 21st! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadian-real-estate-global-macro-tickets-1716213644209?aff=LoonieStart an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the Saretsky Group Real Es...
2025-10-171h 02
The Loonie HourThe Great Debasement Trade ContinuesGold surges to new highs. Toronto home prices plunge 25%. New Zealand panic cuts. Germany proposes to boost the retirement age. French government turbulence could spillover. Young Candians are increasingly less satisfied. Join The Loonie Hour and the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast live in Vancouver on October 21st! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadian-real-estate-global-macro-tickets-1716213644209?aff=LoonieStart an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the Saretsky G...
2025-10-101h 05
The Loonie HourCanada's Fiscal Bazooka Will Triple Budget DeficitsDevelopment has slowed to zero in Toronto. Canada's cumulative deficits will exceed $360B over the next four years. Eby vows to block any new Alberta pipeline through BC. Power Demand set to Quadruple through Ai. The UK introduces a digital ID. Join The Loonie Hour and the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast live in Vancouver on October 21st! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadian-real-estate-global-macro-tickets-1716213644209?aff=LoonieStart an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn m...
2025-10-031h 05
The Loonie HourThe Bull Market Isn't Over Yet- w/guest Michael NicoletosGlobal liquidity continues to ramp higher. Why the demand for US assets continues to grow. The growing role of stablecoins and crypto that could help fix the US debt crisis. The bull market isn't over yet, with guest and macro investor Michael Nicoletos.Join The Loonie Hour and the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast live in Vancouver on October 21st! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadian-real-estate-global-macro-tickets-1716213644209?aff=LoonieStart an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour...
2025-09-2658 min
The Wealthy Barber Podcast#26 — Steve Saretsky: Canadian Real Estate—CRAZY Times Have Led to CRAZY TimesOur guest this episode is Steve Saretsky—a top 1% realtor in Vancouver and the host of one of Canada’s most popular real estate YouTube channels and the podcast “The Loonie Hour.”
In this wide-ranging conversation, Dave and Steve explore the current state and uncertain future of Canada’s real estate market. They talk about the collapse of the condo market, cancelled development projects, rising risk for lenders and whether sellers are finally starting to accept reality. Steve also shares his insights on affordability challenges, the impact of immigration, which markets still offer value and why detached homes remai...
2025-09-2357 min
The Loonie HourBank of Canada Slashes Rates Ahead of Massive Federal BudgetThe BoC and the Fed both cut rates this week, signalling more easing ahead. Housing troubles persist. Federal budget gets delayed. China coal consumption hits record highs. IEA revises oil demand higher. Join The Loonie Hour and the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast live in Vancouver on October 21st! Get your tickets here! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/canadian-real-estate-global-macro-tickets-1716213644209?aff=LoonieStart an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the S...
2025-09-191h 08
The Loonie HourElbows Down, IMF Bailouts Coming to a Country Near You?Canada removes counter-tariffs on the US. The Bank of Canada says they will start looking at house price inflation. France and the UK warn of potential IMF bailouts as sovereign debt crisis looms. Stocks keep melting higher. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the Saretsky Group Real Estate Services: https://www.saretskygroup.com/
2025-08-291h 07
The Loonie HourCanada's Housing Markets are Flooded with Rental SupplyThe Condo crash goes mainstream. Rental supply is flooding major metros across Canada. CPI inflation falls on lower gas prices and removal of carbon tax. Foreign investment fleeing the country. Vanguard recommends more bonds than stocks?Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out the Saretsky Group Real Estate Services: https://www.saretskygroup.com/
2025-08-221h 09
The Loonie HourThe UK Debt Spiral—A Cautionary Tale for Canada w/guest Liam HalliganThe UK fiscal crisis is worsening, sending bond yields higher. Governments refuse to reduce spending, and are increasing taxes further. Is this a cautionary tale for other sovereign debt markets like Canada? Our guest Liam Hallagan explains the debt doom loop and his friendship with Mark Carney. Check out Liam Halligan's When The Facts Change Substack! Visit https://substack.com/@liamhalligan today!Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!Check out S...
2025-08-151h 17
The Loonie HourThe Canadian Housing Bust- w/ Ben Rabidoux | Loonie Hour Road Trip Episode 192Is Canada’s red-hot real-estate machine finally seizing up? In this road-trip edition of The Loonie Hour (Ep. 192) we roll with housing analyst Ben Rabidoux to unpack a $900 million mortgage-fraud scandal, the cracks spreading through Canada’s economy and property market, and what higher rates, shrinking household cash-flow, and souring construction loans really mean for Canadians in 2025. Buckle up - this one’s shot in Ontario on location, five-camera 4K, amid limestone cliffs and cottage-country calm, but the data is anything but chill.Offers for Loonie Hour listeners:Neighbourhood Holdin...
2025-06-131h 20
The Loonie HourTariff Wars in Canada- w/ guest Danielle SmithWe are joined by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to discuss trade negotiations, the currency, and our natural resources. The Bank of Canada cuts rates again. Policy makers preparing for helicopter money, and more global uncertainty. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in over 150 countries! Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour and use our promo code 'LOONIEHOUR' to get 15% off your first p...
2025-01-311h 22
The Loonie HourPolitical Turmoil as Public Sentiment Swings to the RightCanada's CPI inflation slowed in December. Will inflation perk up again this year? The bond market says one more rate cut for the Bank of Canada. Policy makers are swinging to the right as public sentiment shifts. Scrapping the Carbon tax and Capital gains tax. The UK debt market barreling towards a crisis provides insights for other western countries on managing deficits. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-01-241h 06
The Loonie HourAre Tariffs Looming on Canadian Oil?Alberta refuses to sign on with Trudeau's proposed retaliatory tariffs. Toronto new condo sales hit 28 year lows as property taxes surge. Is Mark Carney the next prime minister already? US CPI cools, bringing relief to the bond market. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in over 150 countries! Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour and use our promo code 'LOONIEHOUR' to get 15% of...
2025-01-171h 06
The Loonie HourTrudeau Resigns, Leaving Parliament Frozen for Months- w/guest Kate HarrisonUnpacking the Trudeau prorogation. When will the next federal election be? Budget deficit is likely larger than $62B. Canadian oil exports to the US hit record highs. UK Gilt market having another crisis moment. China bond market forecasting more doom. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Check out Kate Harrison and her team's work at Summa Strategies here!https://summastrategies.ca/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-01-101h 14
The Loonie HourWild & Unexpected Predictions for 2025Bond yields will tumble amidst debt deflation in China, propelling lower mortgage rates in Canada and higher house prices. The US stock market will see a large correction and usher in a recession in the US. The Euro will crash as the German economy sinks. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in over 150 countries!Check out Saily at https://saily.com/looniehour and us...
2025-01-0359 min
The Loonie HourSovereign Debt Markets Facing Turmoil in 2025?Bond yields rising as central banks cut rates. Canadian housing faces rising defaults in new construction space. China’s bond market flashes red, awaiting giant stimulus. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-271h 00
The addy Podcast#71 - Untangling BC's Real Estate Challenges with Steve Saretsky and Mark GoodmanIn this episode, Stephen Jagger, co-founder of addy, sits down with Steve Saretsky, a leading residential realtor and host of the Looney Hour podcast, and Mark Goodman, a top commercial real estate broker, to discuss the pressing issues and opportunities in BC's real estate market. Together, they delve into topics like housing supply challenges, the impact of taxes on development, rental market trends, and what lies ahead in 2025 for residential and commercial real estate. Whether you're an investor, developer, or just curious about the future of real estate, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice.
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2024-12-211h 05
The Loonie HourChaos in Ottawa! Budget Deficit Explodes to $62BFinance minister Freeland resigns, Trudeau government hangs in the balance. Budget deficit explodes to $62B, surpassing the fiscal guardrails. The Loonie tumbles dropping to 69 cents. The US Fed cuts rates, says inflation target won't be hit until 2027. Coal usage hits record highs on Chinese demand. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-12-201h 12
The Loonie HourBank of Canada will Keep Cutting Rates into Falling Loonie- w/ guest Ben RabidouxBank of Canada slashes rates by another 50bps. The Labour market is getting worse. The Fed might be done cutting rates later this year but the BoC isn't. Rents continue to drop in major metros. Record supply under construction. Immigration system needs an overhaul as asylum claims surge. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in over 150 countries! Check out Saily at saily.c...
2024-12-131h 07
The Loonie HourToronto Condo Completions are Heading to Zero by 2030Housing sales plunging means no new housing by 2030. Former BoC governor Poloz says we are in a recession. Canadian businesses struggling with Canada Post strikes. Powell at the Fed signals rate cuts might be over. Bank of Canada on deck next week. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in over 150 countries! Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour and use our promo...
2024-12-061h 02
The Loonie HourCanadian Energy Sector Faces Trump Tariffs - w/ guest Heather Exner-PirotVibecession in Canada. Jobs not keeping pace with immigration. Emissions cap and Trump tariffs, what is the fate of the Canadian energy sector? GST holiday gets a boost in Ontario. The Eurozone continues to circle the drain in large part due to poor energy policy. Check out Heather Exner-Pirot's Research Here:https://heatherexnerpirot.com/about Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in...
2024-11-291h 14
The Loonie HourReal Estate Developers are Failing at an Alarming RateDeveloper Insolvencies Surge to 10 year high. Private Credit funds shut the gates. Inflation ticks higher, stoking concerns for the Bank of Canada. No GST for the holidays, Trudeau opens up the cheque book. Budget deficit concerns increase. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet access while you're away in over 150 countries!Check out Saily at https://saily.com/looniehour and use our promo code 'LOONIEHOUR' to get 15% off yo...
2024-11-221h 09
The Loonie HourCanadian Pensions Facing Financial RepressionThe Canadian dollar continues to weaken. Canada Pension plans gets political, potentially locking capital in Canada. The German economy continues to sputter. Housing activity bounces on rate cut optimism. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-151h 06
The Loonie HourHow Canada's Immigration System Imploded- w/ guest Mikal skuterudCanada's immigration demise was years in the making. Trump gets back to the White House, what are the market implications? Stocks, crypto and bond yields surge higher. The Federal government continues to punish the Oil & gas sector, implementing defacto production caps. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and re...
2024-11-081h 17
The Loonie HourThe Canadian Dollar Falls to a Four Year LowThe Canadian dollar has tumbled to its lowest levels in 4 years. Canada GDP slows, sets the stage for another rate cut from the Bank of Canada. US election to bring increased volatility to financial markets. The UK gilt market gets its second warning. The German industrial base is suffocating. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Get your travel data...
2024-11-0156 min
The Loonie HourBank of Canada Delivers Jumbo Rate Cut- w/ guest Tian YangThe Bank of Canada delivered a 50bps rate cut and signalled more to come. The Bond market hasn't budged. Money is still flowing out of China as the economy wobbles. The Trudeau government announces immigration cuts, population growth to zero next year. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, a...
2024-10-251h 06
The Loonie HourFinancial Markets Anticipate the Next Round of Easy MoneyCanada CPI falls well below expectations, sets up a jumbo rate cut next week. European Central bank slashes rates again. Stocks, the USD dollar, and gold all rise on an easing of financial conditions. Will the bond vigilantes return? Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and reliable internet ac...
2024-10-1858 min
The Loonie HourBond Yields, Oil Prices, and Inflation Moving Higher as Central Banks Cut RatesThe Federal government proposes an empty land tax. Former BoC deputy governor says 50bps cut is coming. Oil prices move higher along with long term bond yields. US CPI comes in hotter than expected. Central banks easing globally into higher inflation? Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and rel...
2024-10-1155 min
The Loonie HourThe Race to Zero, Liquidity Measures Turning HigherCentral banks are aggressively easing and liquidity measures are turning up. Geopolitical conflict is ramping up, putting upwards pressure on oil prices, could this stoke another wave of inflation? Toronto and Vancouver Real Estate see rising inventory levels despite lower rates. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Get your travel data sorted with Saily and enjoy smooth, safe, and rel...
2024-10-0457 min
The Loonie HourCentral Banks are Panicking to Inject LiquidityOSFI removes mortgage stress test on renewals. The BC Government will help you buy a home. Has Canadian energy peaked? Microsoft bets big on Nuclear energy and AI. The Chinese have fired the liquidity bazooka to try and revive its economy. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-271h 01
The Loonie HourFeds Prop Up Housing Bubble with Jumbo Mortgages- w/ guest Ron ButlerThe federal government shocks the market by pushing CMHC insured mortgages up to $1.5M. The Bank of Canada finally gets inflation back down to 2%. The Federal Reserve surprises markets, cuts rates by 50bps. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-201h 15
The Loonie HourThe Canadian Labour Market Continues to DeteriorateThe unemployment rate moves higher. Rental and housing market continues to soften. The ECB cuts rates, more to come as the German economy weakens. US CPI comes in hotter than expected ahead of the Fed meeting next week. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-09-1358 min
The Loonie HourBank of Canada Cuts, Rents Fall, and the NDP pulls the plug on Trudeau Bank of Canada Cuts, Rents Fall, and the NDP pulls the plug on TrudeauThe BoC cuts rates again, cautions home prices could rise. NDP kills the coalition with the liberal government, is a federal election coming soon? Rents falling in University cities, mortgage rates drift lower. US job market weakens as stock market wobbles. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour and use our promo code...
2024-09-0654 min
The Loonie HourThe Federal Government Pulls a U-Turn on ImmigrationThe Liberal government says they will change the temporary foreign worker program to slow immigration further. More signs of a weakening labour market. Canadian banks write off more bad loans. Toronto new home sales plunge to levels we've never seen before. Net zero without Chinese EV's. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour a...
2024-08-3059 min
The Loonie HourFixing the Housing & Immigration Crisis- w/ guest Dr. Mike MoffattCanada CPI inflation comes in lower, cementing another rate cut from the Bank of Canada. Economist and political insider Dr. Mike Moffatt explains how housing and immigration went so wrong, so quickly, and how to fix it. US jobs data gets revised nearly 1 million jobs lower ahead of Powell speech. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Check out Saily...
2024-08-231h 24
The Loonie HourCanada’s Foreign Worker Program a Breeding Ground for Modern Slavery?The UN accuses Canada's foreign worker program as modern slavery. The feds will convert these low skill immigrants to permanent residency status. Real Estate insolvencies surge to highest levels in more than two decades. Consensus calls for more rate cuts from the BoC and the Fed. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour...
2024-08-1657 min
The Loonie HourBank of Japan Rate Hike Sends Financial Markets into a PanicThe Yen carry trade blows up after BoJ announces surprise rate hike. Markets call for immediate rate cuts. AirBnb data in Canada suggests governments are misguided. Temporary foreign workers surge, pushing youth unemployment higher. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-08-091h 10
The Loonie HourThe Politics of Climate Change in Canada w/ guest David Knight LeggWas the devastation of Jasper National Park avoidable? Who's to blame? What ails the Canadian economy, and how to cut the green tape. Lowering emissions globally will require Canadian LNG. Bond yields tumble, Fed set to cut, financial markets are moving. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) Check out Saily at saily.com/looniehour and use our promo code...
2024-08-021h 22
The Loonie HourBank of Canada Cuts Rates, Signals More to ComeThe BoC cut rates, highlighting excess supply and concerns over a weakening labour market. The Canadian dollar continues to weaken, with more rate cuts expected. US GDP came in stronger than expected, perhaps delaying any rate cuts in the US. Repo issues brewing in Canada, suggesting collateral concerns are growing at some banks. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com) ...
2024-07-2658 min
The Loonie HourMarkets Calling for More Rate Cuts from the Bank of CanadaTwinkie bets are live! Markets are calling for a rate cut next week and more to come. Lagging shelter inflation could bring CPI even lower. More pain to come for Real Estate developers. Political volatility is increasing. The death of ESG and DEI? Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-07-1958 min
The Loonie HourAn Exodus of Capital Threatens the Chinese Economy- W/ guest Michael NicoletosForeign direct investment has turned negative in China as capital leaves. The property market is wobbling and threatens to bring deflation to the rest of the world. The devalued Japanese Yen is creating headaches for the Chinese manufacturing sector. What are the implications for Canadians? Loonie Hour Social in Montreal Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/loonie-hour-montreal-social-july-18-tickets-941728173317?aff=oddtdtcreator Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF Z...
2024-07-121h 11
The Loonie HourThe Housing Bubble Is Slowly DeflatingHome sales in Vancouver & Toronto plummet. Policy makers are doubling down on bad policy. Stories of financial stress are mounting. ISM services index falls to levels last seen during the depths of the pandemic. The presidential election heats up. Tickets to Montreal Loonie Hour Social: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/loonie-hour-montreal-social-july-18-tickets-941728173317?aff=oddtdtcreator Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.co...
2024-07-051h 03
The Loonie HourRent Inflation is Squeezing the Bank of CanadaRent inflation surged pushing the CPI basket higher. The Liberals lose an important by election in Toronto. Will JT resign? Toronto new home sales fall off a cliff. The labour market weakens for new immigrants. The Japanese yen continues to roll lower, a key signpost for the global sovereign debt bubble. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.c...
2024-06-281h 10
The Loonie HourRecord Short Position on the Canadian DollarCities are taking housing accelerator funds and then raising development fees to crush supply. Canada's population surges again. Living standards have not improved in 7 years. Government muzzles oil and gas companies from promoting fossil fuels. Speculators have a record short position on the loonie. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-06-211h 10
The Loonie HourHawkish Powell Says Fed Will Only Cut Rates OnceUS CPI data came in softer than expected but that didn't sway the fed. Projections now call for one cut this year. Producer prices are outright declining. Canadian housing can't be fixed, surging taxes killing development. The pendulum is swinging to the right as voters reject the status quo. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener f...
2024-06-141h 02
The Loonie HourThe Rate Cutting Cycle Has BegunBank of Canada slashes interest rates, suggests more to come. The ECB also cuts rates, is the Fed next? Economic data is now softening in the US. Why this probably won't save the Canadian housing market. Private debt fund in Canada halts redemptions in a sign of things to come. Foreign interference corruption in Ottawa. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)
2024-06-071h 08
The Loonie HourCanadian Households Need to Adjust to Higher Mortgage Rates - w/ guest Doug PorterWe are joined by BMO's chief economist Doug Porter. The Bank of Canada will cut, probably in June. Don't expect bond yields or fixed mortgage rates to budge. Inflation is nearly defeated in Canada but not the US. Weak investment in Canada to continue with capital gains increases. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8 BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U. BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/l...
2024-05-311h 10
This is VANCOLOURWhy are British Columbians leaving the province? (Steve Saretsky)This is VANCOLOUR host Mo Amir chats with real estate analyst Steve Saretsky to understand why so many British Columbians are leaving the province. Why are so many of Mo's friends leaving B.C.?Recorded: May 27, 2024
2024-05-3108 min
The Loonie HourInflation Drops Ahead of Bank of Canada MeetingCPI drops back within the Bank of Canada's target range, will it be enough for a cut in June? Population growth surges with some cities growing more than 6%. AirBnb bans will hit the tourism sector in some Canadian cities. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8 BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U. BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-05-241h 06
The Loonie HourMarkets Melt Higher as Economic Data WeakensUS CPI cooled last month, along with retail sales. Canadian job numbers surprise to the upside giving further hesitation for the Bank of Canada. Banning China EV's, batteries and solar panels despite the war on climate change? Financial Markets drift higher. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8 BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U. BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-05-171h 02
The Everyday Millionaire and Mindset Matters PodcastTEDM – Steve Saretsky – Market Mechanics: Mastering Investment Amid Inflation and Taxes (Episode 193)In this episode of the Everyday Millionaire podcast, Patrick Francey and Steve Saretsky take a deep dive into Vancouver and British Columbia’s real estate markets, uncovering critical challenges and emerging trends that all investors and homeowners should know about. Despite efforts to curb speculation, Vancouver remains one of the most expensive cities in North America due to high immigration rates, a persistent supply-demand imbalance, and strict financing conditions that restrict developers from increasing new housing supply.
Landlords face increasingly harsh rent control measures, which often limit them to the point of either selling their properties or mo...
2024-05-141h 03
The Loonie HourThe Central Bank Endgame- w/ guest Grant WilliamsGovernments are broke, and central banks are trying to maintain the illusion of stability. The next decade will not be like the last one, prepare for volatility. Inflation, interest rates, and political risks abound. House prices have created massive inequality and threaten social stability. Where do we go from here, and how do we plan for the central bank endgame? This week's interview with special guest Grant Williams. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8 BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U...
2024-05-1059 min
The Loonie HourCurrency Crisis in Japan?The Japanese Yen has fallen almost 50% against the US dollar since 2020. Attempts to intervene are failing. The USD needs to go lower through Fed easing. The Bank of Canada desperately wants to cut. GDP on a per capita basis is still contracting. Mortgage renewals finally starting to bite? Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8 BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U. BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com...
2024-05-031h 04
The Tom Storey Show, 🇨🇦 Real Estate🇨🇦 Canada To Build 3.9 Million Homes By 2031 with Steve Saretsky***Start Your Realty Ninja Real Estate Website***
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In the recent federal budget put forth by the Canadian Government, Justin Trudeau claims the Liberal Party of Canada will build 3.9 Million new homes in the next 7 years. That is more than DOUBLE the highest annual building of homes the country has ever done and sustained for 7 years straight.
In this episode of The Tom Storey Show, Steve Karrasch and Tom Storey catch up with the co-host of The Loonie Hour, Steve Saretsky of Oakwyn Realty to...
2024-04-281h 08
The Loonie HourHow China is Interfering in Canadian Elections, Exposing Corruption w/ guest Sam Cooper.How China is interfering in federal elections in Canada, spreading fentanyl, and exacerbating a housing crisis. Special interview with independent journalist Sam Cooper. Check out Sam's book, Willful Blindness. We also discuss markets pricing out fed rate cuts, weak Canadian retail sales, and stagflation concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-261h 12
The Loonie HourFederal Budget Predicts Falling Interest Rates, No Recession?The federal government dropped their latest budget which predicts no recession and falling interest rates. Will this make the Bank of Canada's job more difficult? Increased capital gains taxes will come with consequences, particularly for entrepreneurs. Who is really running the show in Ottawa? Robert Asselin, former economic advisor to finance minister Morneau joins the podcast. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.c...
2024-04-191h 05
The Loonie HourUS Inflation Derails the Bond MarketThis week's episode we are joined by Chace Barber of Edison Motors to discuss the government grant scandal impacting their EV truck company. We then discuss US inflation, surging bond yields, desperate housing policy changes. Check Out BMO's S&P 500 Index ZSP ETF Here: https://bit.ly/3xzrAO8 BMO Global Asset Mgmt, November 2023. Based on $11billion in AUM in ZSP and ZSP.U.BMO S&P 500 Index ETF ZSP | BMO Global Asset Management (bmogam.com)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-121h 10
The Loonie HourAre financial markets getting complacent?Government spending pouring fuel on the fire at the Bank of Canada. Bond yields pushing higher as growing concerns over fewer rate cuts. Oil continues to climb higher. Are financial markets getting complacent? Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/find-an-etf/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-04-051h 11
The Loonie HourImmigration Cuts Could Push Canada into Hard Landing- w/ Ben RabidouxImmigration Minister announces big cuts to population growth. How will this slow the economy and rents? Rabidoux thinks the Bank of Canada will have to cut rates more than expected. OSFI keeps the mortgage stress test on lender switches. Trudeau announces renters bill of rights. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/find-an-etf/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26 Check out Ben Rabidoux's work at Edge Analytics Research: https://edgeanalytics.ca/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-291h 06
The Loonie HourCentral Banks are Going to Cut Rates into Accelerating InflationCanadian house prices bounce higher. Inflation dips in Canada. Central banks around the world are preparing to cut rates as commodity prices jump and financial markets rip. The Federal Government starts buying mortgage bonds. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/find-an-etf/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26 Check out Manscaped at manscaped.com and use our code "LOONIEHOUR" to get 20% OFF when you purchase The Handyman!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-221h 07
The Your Life! Your Terms! ShowSteve Saretsky - What Does Real Estate Look Like In Canada Over The Next 5 - 10 Years?On this episode of the Your Life! Your Terms! Show we sit down with Steve Saretsky. He is one Canadian who is not shy to share his opinions on price trends, cost of living, interest rates, government policies and we cover it all in this episode. It's rare to find someone so young who has as much experience and perspective as Steve. He's also one of the co-hosts of the Loonie Hour, a super popular Canadian podcast. You can find links to his Twitter, YouTube channel and the Loonie Hour by visiting https://linktr.ee/stevesaretsky
2024-03-221h 02
The Loonie HourCanadian Living Standards are FallingPremiers across the country are demanding Trudeau to pause the Carbon tax increase. US inflation jumps on higher producer prices. The crypto bull market is back. Rich takes the helm at the Bank of Canada. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/find-an-etf/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-151h 03
The Loonie HourCanadian Businesses are Failing at the Highest Rate Since 2006Business insolvencies are surging. Mortgage arrears are climbing, albeit coming off record lows. The Bank of Canada holds rates. Federal Government attempting to mandate allocation of pension dollars. Markets awaiting US jobs data this week. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/find-an-etf/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-0859 min
The Loonie HourNo Rate Cuts from The Bank of Canada this Year?Tiff Macklem is on deck next week. Bitcoin hits record highs in Canadian dollars. Financial conditions are easing, pushing US equities and inflation higher. Canadian banks report earnings, the mortgage renewal wall is still a very big problem. GDP per capita declines for the sixth straight quarter. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/find-an-etf/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-011h 03
The Loonie HourCanadian Farmers are Bracing for Tough Times Ahead- w/ guest Shaun HaneyCommodity prices are falling, interest rates are up, and government policy is hurting Canadian farmer profits. Inflation in Canada plummets as retail sales slide. More politicians are looking for rate cuts. Troubles are mounting at European banks. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-231h 11
The Loonie HourHigher for Longer? You can thank the US EconomyCPI inflation came in hot once again in the US. Bond yield volatility surges. Markets removing rate cut expectations. Recessions in Japan and the UK. Construction costs in Canada are finally coming down. The $60M ArriveScam issue. The carbon tax rebrands. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-1658 min
The Loonie HourReal Estate Crisis Brings Deflation to ChinaUS jobs numbers come in hotter than expected, boosting bond yields higher. Jerome Powell speaks on 60 minutes interview. Canadians could be jailed for promoting the benefits of oil and gas. China is experiencing deflation, deepening financial woes. Commercial property bust leaks into Europe. eck out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-091h 04
The Loonie HourThe Economic Shock Will Come from Outside the USCommercial Real Estate is dragging global banks lower. Powell pushes back rate cuts. The return of bidding wars in the housing market? Europe is drifting towards deflation. China property crisis deepens, Evergrande to liquidate holdings. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-02-021h 02
The Loonie HourNobody is Positioned for a Second Wave of Inflation- w/ guest Tian YangBank of Canada holds rates, but signals transition. Federal Government caps immigration of foreign students. Business bankruptcies in Canada are soaring. US GDP comes in hot, defies recession calls. ECB holds rates. China financial risks and how they impact Vancouver Real Estate. Special interview with Tian Yang, CEO of global macro research firm Variant Perception. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26 Check Out The Variant Perception Here!https://www.variantperception.com/ Check out Addy! The largest institutional-grade commercial real estate investing p...
2024-01-261h 10
The Loonie HourHopes of Rate Cuts from the Bank of Canada are Starting to FadeCore inflation in Canada came in hotter than expected. Immigration continues to pressure shelter inflation, creating further challenges for the Bank of Canada. The Feds contemplate limiting foreign students in several provinces. Bond yields push higher. Nuclear energy coming to Alberta. The World Economic Forum kicks off. Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-01-191h 13
The Loonie HourInflation Jumps Higher than Forecasted- w/ guest Jared DillianInflation remains sticky but the Fed will still cut. Could this spark a second wave of inflation? Guest Jared Dillian, author of The Daily Dirtnap suggests the stock market is on the cusp of a pull-back. Trading sentiment tops and bottoms. The striking similarities between US stocks and Canadian housing. Property taxes surge in Canadian cities. Pre-order Jared’s new book, No Worries: https://www.amazon.ca/No-Worries-live-stress-financial-ebook/dp/B0BZZFQPBG?nodl=1&dplnkId=e3b1f304-3833-462e-a863-858ba884a23f Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/pro...
2024-01-121h 09
The Loonie HourHow to Slow Canada's Food Inflation Problem - with guest The Food ProfessorDr. Sylvain Charlebois aka The Food Professor joins the podcast to discuss food inflation hitting Canadian wallets. His Battle with the Bank of Canada, and the impacts of the carbon tax. Keith and Steve then discuss the recession playbook. US CPI, jobless claims and the bond trade. Are we at a turning point? Check out industry-leading BMO ETFs here: https://www.bmogam.com/ca-en/products/exchange-traded-funds/etf-centre/?ecid=dw-LHPODNovGAM1-ADBMO26 The Loonie Hour is live in Toronto on November 30th! Join us for drinks, appetizers, a live podcast, and Q&A session! Tickets f...
2023-11-171h 09
Half BankedRewriting Real Estate Rules with Asif Kasim and Steve SaretskyThe Next Generation of Homebuying - Part 1For many, buying a home is a big landmark in their adult life. Your parents and grandparents have built and bought their own houses to settle in and start their families. It's a goal the youth pursue whether they can afford it. Unfortunately, today is vastly different from the experiences of older generations. Buying a home in the Canada housing market[1] today isn't the same as when your parents did.In this three-part series, Half-Banked focuses on what buying a house is like. For this episode, we examine t...
2023-06-0740 min
The Tom Storey Show, 🇨🇦 Real EstateCanadian Real Estate Buyers Waited TOO LONG! with Steve SaretskySteve Saretsky is one of Canada’s leading macroeconomic voices on both main stream and social media. He is also an active real estate agent in Vancouver BC.
In this episode of The Tom Storey Show, Steve sits down with Tom Storey and Steve (Number 2) Karrasch to discuss:
00:01:43 Intro
00:04:25 Lock Boxes
00:10:41 Economic Outlook 2023
00:15:29 New BC Real Estate Rules
00:30:59 Foreign Buyer Ban
00:36:03 Opportunities in 2023
00:38:15 Mortgage Rates
00:43:09 Macroeconomics Is A Chess Game
00:47:49 Follow The Herd
00:51:55 Listing Inventory Levels
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2023-01-081h 15
The Canadian Real Estate ShowMortgage Renewal Apocalypse - Steve Saretsky - Bank of Canada - The Canadian Real Estate Show#canadianrealestate #canada #realestate #toronto #vancouver #calgary
Mortgage Renewal Apocalypse - Steve Saretsky - Bank of Canada - The Canadian Real Estate Show
Darryl and TK discuss the Canadian Real Estate Market in depth from their own unique perspectives with a particular focus on The Toronto Real estate Market. Today we are lucky to have Steve Saretsky join the fun!
You can find Steve
https://twitter.com/SteveSaretsky?s=20&t=TX9Lcj7HhnEnKlY_0i6KSA
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdpU4qvzypmjZbbcLiPWV8A
Thank you to our wonderful sp...
2022-11-271h 09
The Your Life! Your Terms! ShowSteve Saretsky - Canadian Real Estate Updates & Interest Rate TrendsSteve Saretsky is a real estate aficionado, a Vancouver Realtor, an Investor and a student of macroeconomics. And what we enjoy most about Steve is that he's not shy to share his opinions on all of that! On this episode of The Your Life! Your Terms! Show we dive into Steve's origin story, talk about life principles, chat Vancouver real estate and take some wild guesses at the future of Canadian real estate. You can follow Steve on Twitter @SteveSaretsky and learn more about Steve and the podcasts he hosts, including the Loonie Hour, and his YouTube channel by visiting...
2022-11-071h 03
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #322 | The 2022 Vancouver Real Estate Market Slow Down with Steve Saretsky & Michael UyHomes sales across the Lower Mainland have dropped steeply in April and the trend continues in the first weeks of May, but what does this mean for the balance of 2022? Steve Saretsky, author of The Saretsky Report and Co-Host of The Loonie Hour, and Michael Uy, Partner at Vancouver's leading brokerage Oakwyn Realty, join Matt & Adam for a real estate round table with market talk, predictions, and a lot of laughs. Is Steve bearish or bullish? Is now the time to get a deal? And does Michael really collect expensive handbags? All this and a couple pints on today's gripp...
2022-05-131h 09
Wealth Wisdom PodcastThe Drivers Behind Red-Hot Real Estate (featuring Steve Saretsky)I'm often asked by clients, "what's driving the real estate market right now?"
Those questions have only escalated during a hectic 2021 in the Lower Mainland real estate market. To answer some of those questions, we welcome Vancouver real estate expert Steve Saretsky to the Wealth Wisdom Podcast.
Here are some highlights from the episode.
Who's to blame for the recent surge? (1:00)
Is the work from home real estate driver overblown? (5:30)
Should people be buying in this market? (9:00)
Why emotions are driving certain market trends (16:00)
Steve brings out his crystal ball (19:00)
2021-04-0927 min
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