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The Canadian Investor

Braden Dennis & Simon Belanger
Private Equity
Novo Nordisk
Canadian IPO Market
Bank Of Canada
Canada
Interest Rates
Index Funds
Fixed Income
Dan Foch
Canadian Real Estate Market
Ozempic
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company
Aritzia
Dollar-Cost Averaging
Emerging Markets
NVIDIA
Artificial Intelligence
Mortgage Delinquencies
Debt Levels
Investing Goals

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.

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Latest Episodes

In this news-style episode, Simon and Dan break down Citrini Research’s The 2028 Global Intelligence Crisis—a “note from the future” dated June 30, 2028 that frames the most bullish AI adoption path as a surprisingly bearish outcome for the real econ... more

Simon and Dan kick off with a quick update on the Canadian Investor Podcast’s first YouTube Live (March 3rd at noon ET).

Then it’s straight into the GoEasy saga: Q4 earnings get pushed right up near the regulatory deadline, adding to a growing list... more

Simon and Dan take a break from the usual AI doom talk to focus on the other side of the trade: industries AI is unlikely to disrupt—and may actually strengthen. They discuss why parts of the “real economy” (natural resources, waste collection, skill... more

Simon and Dan are back with another earnings-driven episode — this time focused entirely on Canadian companies.

They dig into a fresh batch of results across insurance, commodities, transportation, and airlines, discussing what’s actually driving p... more

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Recent Guests

Bipen Rai
Managing Director and Head of ETF and Alternatives Strategy at BMO Global Asset Management
BMO Global Asset Management
Episode: Gold, Interest Rates, and the Macro Outlook with Bipen Rai
Dan Broten
SVP and Head of EQ Bank
EQ Bank
Episode: 3 Things to Do Before You Invest a Single Dollar
Jan van Eck
CEO of VanEck and a prominent expert in ETFs and investment strategies.
VanEck
Episode: Jan van Eck on Gold’s Surge, AI’s Rise, Emerging Markets & the Future of ETFs
Ben Felix
Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager at PWL Capital
PWL Capital
Episode: The Truth About Covered Call ETFs with Ben Felix
Daniel Foch
Real estate broker and host of The Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast
Valerie.ca
Episode: Economic Uncertainty Continues to Reshape Canadian Real Estate
Dan Kent
Industry analyst and guest speaker
Not specified
Episode: Two Stocks Benefiting from the Shift to Essential Spending
Braden Dennis
Co-host of The Canadian Investor Podcast and a returning guest
The Canadian Investor
Episode: Two Canadian Stocks With More Questions Than Answers
Amber Kanwar
Former BNN anchor and host of the In The Money podcast
In The Money
Episode: From BNN to Podcasting with Amber Kanwar
Ryan Henderson
Leads content and growth at FinChat
FinChat
Episode: Markets Are Ripping & Gen Z Trends

Hosts

Braden Dennis
Co-host who brings experience and fresh perspectives to discussions about the Canadian investment landscape.
Simon Belanger
Co-host known for delivering well-researched insights and engaging content, particularly around Canadian stocks.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Ads

    Show is good but the ads are very annoying. Ads are too long and too frequent.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ndjdjxbsh
    Canada18 days ago
  • Lost interest

    Was better before. Feel like recent topics have been forced. There are much better options w more qualified hosts out there

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    bturne01
    Canada2 months ago
  • Meh

    Just ok. Not enjoying it as much as I used to. So many other better options.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    brdprk
    Canada2 months ago
  • Speculation

    The name is “Investor”. You are a maximum speculator according to your own portfolio worst mistakes.

    I haven’t listened in six months.

    Change the name of your show to “The Canadian Speculator “.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rank14exp
    Canada4 months ago
  • My go-to Canadian business podcast

    Love this podcast. Consistently high quality content and the hosts are informative & engaging. I also get the sense that Simon, Braden and Dan are very measured in their approach to investing and often have great insight into how investors should be thinking about their portfolios. Pretty much the only business or investing podcast you need to understand the Canadian (and broader) market(s). I really appreciate the weekly pulse checks and their coverage of companies & market trends that don’t ne... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thomas Cooper CA
    Canada5 months ago

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Listeners generally appreciate the quality content and informative discussions presented by the hosts, highlighting their engaging delivery and expertise.
Some feedback points to a proliferation of ads as a detractor from the listening experience, impacting overall enjoyment.
Critiques mention a shift in content focus and suggest that the podcast could benefit from returning to earlier styles or themes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#175
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#243
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#9
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#144
India/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#165
Saudi Arabia/Business/Investing

Talking Points

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SaaS Stocks Are Getting Crushed. Buy the Dip or Stay Away?
Q: Are there specific companies exemplifying these trends?
Yes, companies like Adobe, Salesforce, Atlassian, and Constellation Software have experienced significant declines due to AI innovations and shifting market demands.
SaaS Stocks Are Getting Crushed. Buy the Dip or Stay Away?
Q: What is causing the significant downturn in SaaS stocks?
The downturn is primarily driven by valuation resets, increased competition, particularly from AI solutions, and changing investor sentiment regarding the future growth prospects of these companies.
The Truth About Covered Call ETFs with Ben Felix
Q: Can you explain some of your findings of benchmarking covered call index ETF versus the same index ETF?
Covered call funds often underperform due to reduced exposure to underlying equities, with performance comparisons indicating substantial drawbacks associated with investing in them.
Braden’s Back for Episode 500! Finchat Rebrand & Stocks On Our Radar
Q: When are you going to go IPO?
Not for a little bit, huh?
Why the GTA Condo Market is Tanking with Dan Foch
Q: Dan, can you give us like a quick update on the overall Canadian market?
The Canadian market can be divided into places where people can afford houses and places where they can't. House prices are up in most markets except Ontario and BC.

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Episodes explore a variety of topics related to investing in the Canadian market, including in-depth discussions on individual stocks, market trends, and strategic investment approaches. The hosts often analyze the performance of significant Canadian companies, delve into the implications of economic changes, and investigate unique investment vehicles available in Canada, providing listeners with practical insights. Noteworthy is the podcast's focus on the Canadian investment landscape, distinguishing it from many American-centric financial discussions. Each episode likely offers a blend of entertainment and education, aimed at both novice and experienced investors.

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Recent guests on The Canadian Investor include:

1. Bipen Rai
2. Dan Broten
3. Jan van Eck
4. Ben Felix
5. Daniel Foch
6. Dan Kent
7. Braden Dennis
8. Amber Kanwar

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