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RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM)
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Join RBC Global Asset Management's experts in candid conversations about their teams, strategies and insights on current economic and investment trends. RBC, GAM, RBC GAM, RBCGAM, podcast, invested, investing, investment, insights, personally, learn, perspectives

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David Tron shares insights from his recent trip to San Francisco, where he met with leaders of major technology companies and venture capitalists to discuss the transformative potential of AI across industries. He delves into real-world AI applicatio... more

Polina Kurdyavko, Managing Director, Senior Portfolio Manager & Head of Emerging Markets, BlueBay Fixed Income, RBC Global Asset Management Limited, shares her cautious approach to investing in emerging markets, highlighting the importance of prudent... more

Stu Kedwell provides an overview of the current market environment. He highlights the resilience of Canadian banks, the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions, and the evolving opportunities in sectors like energy and mining.  (Recorded: September 10, ... more

Eric Lascelles examines the latest economic and job market trends, including August employment data from the U.S. and Canada, central bank interest rate cuts, and the Canadian government's efforts to support the economy through monetary and fiscal po... more

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Recent Guests

Polina Kurdyavko
Managing Director, Senior Portfolio Manager and Head of Emerging Markets at Blue Bay Fixed Income
RBC Global Asset Management UK Limited
Episode: Exploring growth in emerging markets
Eric Savoie
Economist and speaker known for insights on financial markets and macroeconomic trends.
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: Spotting signs of growth in a complex market
Andrzej Skiba
Head of US Fixed Income at BlueBay Asset Management
BlueBay Asset Management
Episode: Weaker dollar, elevated deficits: what it means for fixed income investors
Michael Sherman
RBC's behavioral economist
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: The psychology of investing: navigating emotions in financial decisions
David Tron
Portfolio Manager with the North American Equity Team at RBC Global Asset Management
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: Navigating markets amid trade tensions and tech disruptions
Eric Lascelles
Chief Economist at RBC Global Asset Management.
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: The tariff effect: What’s next for the North American economy?
Habib Subjally
Investment manager with a global perspective
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: Positioning for long-term success in 2025
Andrew Hay
Infrastructure expert at RBC Global Asset Management
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: Insights into infrastructure investing
Laurence Bensafi
Lead manager on emerging markets at RBC Global Asset Management.
RBC Global Asset Management
Episode: The changing landscape of emerging markets

Host

Dave Richardson
Host of discussions on investment strategies and economic insights, providing expertise from RBC Global Asset Management.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 196 ratings
  • Love the content.

    Love the content and the guest’s perspective.

    Would enjoy listening to more alternative investments options particularly with infrastructure and private credit and real estate

    Any chance to make the content like 30 to 45 mins in length?

    M.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ada/Aubrey
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great content but

    LOVE the content. Thank you for uploading. But pls do something about the audio quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KaiLarry
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Hope RBC continues to produce more content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    derkavich
    Canada2 years ago
  • RBC

    Jong

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Return rey
    Canada2 years ago
  • Nice

    Should be a bit longer. But good content

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Secghjhbdns
    Canada5 years ago

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Emerging markets: a new era of growth and opportunity
Q: Is this a story now that carries through the second half of the year?
Yes, many believe the trend in emerging markets can continue, especially with a gradual depreciation of the US dollar.
Emerging markets: a new era of growth and opportunity
Q: Why are dividend stocks in emerging markets doing so well?
Dividend stocks in emerging markets are performing well due to increased risk appetite and a favorable market environment that allows for growth and profitability.
The psychology of investing: navigating emotions in financial decisions
Q: Can I fix myself from these emotional biases?
It's difficult to completely eliminate emotional biases, but being aware and slowing down decision-making processes can help.
The psychology of investing: navigating emotions in financial decisions
Q: How does psychology affect people's thinking around money, investing, and saving?
Psychology influences financial decisions through various emotional and cognitive biases that can lead to irrational behaviors in investing.
Tariff turbulence: Adapting with active investment strategies
Q: Do you think it's the same though for an investor saving for retirement 20 years from now?
Long-term earnings growth is not very volatile, but share prices can be, so it's crucial to attach to better long-term earnings.

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