The Canadian Investor

In this solo episode, Simon dives into how he uses AI, particularly large language models like ChatGPT as a tool to become a more efficient investor. From idea generation and researching new concepts to validating metrics, spotting historical patterns, and even playing devil’s advocate on stock ideas, Simon shares practical ways AI can save time while highlighting the caveats and pitfalls investors need to watch out for.

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In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, we cover a packed week of market-moving news. We start with reports that Bain Capital may be taking Canada Goose private, with bids valuing the luxury parka maker well above its current market cap. Next, we break down Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s latest speech at Jackson Hole, where cooling growth, sticky inflation, and tariff-driven price shocks shaped the market’s outlook...

In this episode, Simon and Dan walk through their process for finding strong investment ideas, from using stock screeners to AI tools, and finally doing a full deep dive on company fundamentals. Simon shares the consistent criteria he applies in his screeners, how he narrows down results efficiently, and where AI fits as a research assistant. Dan breaks down the custom screeners he’s built over the years, how he balances doze...

In this episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, we’re joined by Daniel Foch, host of the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast, for a deep dive into the macro forces shaping Canada’s economy and real estate market. We explore the impact of rising youth unemployment, the steep decline in construction jobs, and the looming mortgage renewal wall for homeowners facing higher rates. We also discuss how five-year Government...

Dan and Simon dive deep into two of North America’s waste-disposal giants — Canada’s Waste Connections and the U.S.-based Waste Management. They break down business models, market share, acquisition strategies, financial performance, and the critical role of landfill ownership. From healthcare waste growth to automation’s impact, and from regulatory risks to why “boring” garbage companies can be ...

In this episode, Simon and Dan dive into a jam-packed earnings episode covering some of Canada’s biggest names. They break down GoEasy’s record quarter and cautious shift toward secured lending, Franco-Nevada’s strong gold-fueled results and the latest on Cobre Panama, WSP Global’s steady growth despite Asia-Pacific weakness, BCE’s first full quarter post-dividend cut, and CargoJet’s new deals wi...

In this episode of The Canadian Investor Podcast, Simon and Dan share the stocks and ETFs currently on their radar and dive into the surprising parallels between poker and investing with lessons from poker that apply to long-term investing.

Ticker of stocks and ETFs discussed: WCN.TO, ZHU.TO, IXJ, VHT, PPH, IHI, IHF

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In this episode, we kick things off with a quick look at the newly imposed 35% tariffs by the U.S. on Canadian goods.We then break down earnings from some key Canadian names, starting with TMX Group, which continues to benefit from strong options trading volumes and solid growth from its energy and ETF data platforms.Tourmaline posts strong results despite weak natural gas prices, and signs a lucrative long-term export deal linked ...

In this episode, Simon and Dan go deep into the growing signs that point to a potential market top. From narrow market leadership and the return of meme stocks to rising margin debt, IPO activity, and elevated valuations — they cover it all. They also dive into speculative trading trends, the resurgence of paid stock promotions, and why retail investors might be piling in at the wrong time. While not a doomsday episode, this ...

In this episode, Simon and Dan cover a range of earnings updates, starting with Canadian National Railway's lowered guidance and what it could mean for CP Rail. We then dive into TFI International’s freight challenges, Loblaws' strong performance (and controversial stock split), and Alphabet’s booming YouTube ad growth despite search disruption risks. We wrap up with thoughts on Bitcoin, gold, and why Franco-Nevada migh...

In this episode, we compare two of Canada's most successful fashion retailers, Lululemon and Aritzia. We dive into their history, growth trajectories, and financials, highlighting why Aritzia has outpaced Lululemon in recent years and how each brand is tackling expansion, margins, and competition. We also break down the bull and bear cases for both companies going forward and which one has the best potential returns for investors.

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In this episode, we start by breaking down the year-to-date performance of major asset classes, including equities, gold, Bitcoin, and bonds. We then dive into why Couche-Tard’s $47B bid for Seven & i ultimately fell apart after nearly a year of back-and-forth. Lastly, we cover the latest earnings from BlackRock and American Express.

Tickers of stocks discussed: BLK, AXP

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Following up on our recent RESP segment, Simon answers a listener question about RESPs. We go deep on how to maximize government benefits like the CESG and Canada Learning Bond, and outline smart approaches for front-loading, automating, and adjusting RESP investments as your child gets older.

Simon also shares how he's planning to use his daughter’s RESP as a tool for both long-term compounding and financial education. We di...

In this episode of the Canadian Investor Podcast, we break down Canada’s latest CPI report, which shows inflation ticking up slightly to 1.9% and core inflation remaining sticky at 3%. We talk about how this may impact the Bank of Canada’s upcoming interest rate decision.Then, we dive into a strong quarter from Aritzia, where U.S. sales are booming and margins are improving despite tariff risks. On the flip side, MTY Fo...

In this episode, we compare two major dollar stores, Dollar Tree and Dollarama. We break them down to see which one stands out as the better business and long-term investment. We break down Dollar Tree’s recent decision to sell off its struggling Family Dollar segment, analyze key financial metrics like margins, free cash flow, and valuation, and contrast that with Dollarama’s performance and business model. From store ...

In this episode, we dig into a busy week of earnings from three very different businesses navigating challenging environments. We start with Couche-Tard, where modest merchandise growth in Canada and Europe couldn’t offset softness in the U.S. and fuel sales. Next, we check in on Blackberry, which posted its first profit in three years while questions about the future of the company still remain front and centre. La...

In this episode, we give you a timely update on the Canadian housing market with a focus on some striking regional divergences. Dan breaks down the latest trends emerging from the spring data, highlighting continued resilience in Alberta and the Prairies, driven by strong population growth and economic tailwinds. Meanwhile, the GTA is showing signs of serious stress, especially in the condo market. We dive into the growing oversupp...

For our 500th episode, Braden is back on the mic as we reflect on the last 5+ years of doing the podcast. We kick things off with the story behind the rebrand from FinChat to Fiscal.ai, why the name change was necessary, and what’s coming next as the platform evolves. Then, we each bring a company that’s firmly on our radar. One is riding a wave of long-term infrastructure spending, while the other quietly powers a huge...

In this episode, we give 10 Canadian companies we believe are well-positioned to thrive over the next decade. 

Tickers of stocks discussed: CSU.TO, L.TO, CP.TO, WSP.TO, IFC.TO, BN.TO, WCN.TO, DOL.TO, ATZ.TO, FNV.TO, SHOP.TO, WPM.TO, TFII.TO, CNQ.TO, TOU.TO, RY.TO, TIH.TO 

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