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As second quarter earnings results trickle in, two Canadian banks fell short of analysts’ expectations. On today’s episode, portfolio managers Alfred Lee, Chris McHaney and your host, Mckenzie Box, examine the markets’ initial reaction. They also discuss higher loan-loss provisions, gold prices, factor-based ETFs, the U.S. debt ceiling deadline, and investing in China.

As the default rate ticks higher, refinancing risk sits on the horizon. In today’s special episode, portfolio managers Alfred Lee, Matt Montemurro, and your host Mckenzie Box analyze the cracks in the banking system and where vulnerabilities lie. They also discuss tech giant earnings, First Republic’s plunging shares and the quality factor.

Recent market events have taken investors on a walk down memory lane, as elements of the banking crisis look eerily similar to the challenges faced in the ​‘80s and ​‘90s. Where will regulators’ approaches lead? In this episode, Erika Toth and Alfred Lee discuss the latest quarterly Portfolio Strategy Report (QSR) and Fixed Income Strategy Report (FISR), which analyze the central banks’ rate decisions, inflation’s trajectory, a shift in factor leadership, and portfolio construction across asset classes.

2022 was a challenging time in the markets, which had investors riding the waves of uncertainty. As we enter the new year, are inflation and interest rates trending in the right direction? In this episode, Erika Toth and Alfred Lee discuss the latest quarterly Portfolio Strategy and Fixed Income Strategy Reports, which explore the 2023 market outlook, central banks, gold, key risks, and portfolio construction across various asset classes.

As hikes slowly work their way into the financial system, higher rates continue to be a primary market concern. How can investors combat these persistent challenges? In this episode, Erika Toth and Alfred Lee discuss the latest quarterly Portfolio Strategy and Fixed Income Strategy Reports, which explore the fight against inflation, the Bank of England bailout, the future of the 60/40 portfolio model, and sector opportunities.

Given ongoing uncertainties around interest rates, inflation, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, what approach should Advisors and investors be taking when it comes to portfolio construction? In this episode, Alfred Lee and Erika Toth discuss the latest quarterly Portfolio Strategy and Fixed Income Strategy Reports, including asset allocation considerations, the outlook for the Energy, Banks, and Real Estate Investment Trusts sectors, and fixed income positioning.