The Loonie Hour

Steve Saretsky
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The Loonie Hour

The Loonie Hour is a Canadian based macro economic podcast covering newsworthy events across the globe and how they will impact Canadians.

  1. Canadian Banks Brace for Mortgage Renewal Wall

    17 HR. AGO

    Canadian Banks Brace for Mortgage Renewal Wall

    Canadian bank earnings reported modestly higher loan loss provisions, despite a wave of renewals coming. Tariffs talks are ramping back up with the US expected to hit Canada next week. The bond market is worried about weaker growth. The EU pleads with India. Crypto market crashes. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Protect your privacy! Try Incogni, risk-free for 30 days!Visit https://incogni.com/looniehour to learn more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 13m
  2. Bank of Canada Will Have to Choose Between Inflation or Housing

    FEB 21

    Bank of Canada Will Have to Choose Between Inflation or Housing

    Canadian CPI moved higher, setting up a squeeze higher this summer. High Speed Rail to Quebec? Universal Basic Income making a comeback in Canada. Entrepreneurs fleeing Canada. Could the US demand that counties purchase zero coupon bonds for military protection? The changing world order is here. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Protect your privacy! Try Incogni, risk-free for 30 days!Visit https://incogni.com/looniehour to learn more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 8m
  3. Canadian Jobs Market is Weaker Than You Think

    FEB 14

    Canadian Jobs Market is Weaker Than You Think

    Immigration outflows are not being fully counted by stats Canada, making the labour market appear stronger than it is. Banks are now writing 100% LTV mortgages on new condos. US inflation is accelerating and the Fed is done cutting. Canada names their new Fentanyl Czar.  Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit https://www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more! Check out Saily at https://saily.com/looniehour and use our promo code 'LOONIEHOUR' to get 15% off your first purchase! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 4m
  4. Canada's Fentanyl Crisis & Corruption- w/guest Sam Cooper

    FEB 7

    Canada's Fentanyl Crisis & Corruption- w/guest Sam Cooper

    Canada's top investigative reporter and fentanyl expert Sam Cooper joins the show. How bad is the fentanyl problem, what does Trump want to see, and who will become Canada's fentanyl Czar? Corruption runs deep as policy makers turn a blind eye to the deepening drug crisis.  Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to learn more Protect your online data and secure your privacy with Incogni!Check them out using our link: www.incogni.com/looniehour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    56 min
  5. Tariff Wars in Canada- w/ guest Danielle Smith

    JAN 31

    Tariff Wars in Canada- w/ guest Danielle Smith

    We 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 purchase! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 22m
  6. Political Turmoil as Public Sentiment Swings to the Right

    JAN 24

    Political Turmoil as Public Sentiment Swings to the Right

    Canada'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.

    1h 7m
  7. Are Tariffs Looming on Canadian Oil?

    JAN 17

    Are 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% off your first purchase! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 7m
  8. Trudeau Resigns, Leaving Parliament Frozen for Months- w/guest Kate Harrison

    JAN 10

    Trudeau Resigns, Leaving Parliament Frozen for Months- w/guest Kate Harrison

    Unpacking 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.

    1h 14m
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About

The Loonie Hour is a Canadian based macro economic podcast covering newsworthy events across the globe and how they will impact Canadians.

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  • Creator
    Steve Saretsky
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    177
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Loonie Hour

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