Get Sharpe

Oct 28 2024 13 ep. 37 mins 3
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Hone your investment acumen and build your global market and policy knowledge with Mackenzie Investments’ Get Sharpe podcast. Hosts Dustin Reid and Matthew Schnurr will explore key macroeconomic drivers and themes and provide actionable ideas from some of the sharpest minds in the industry, from around the globe. Stay sharp with Get Sharpe, by Mackenzie Investments.

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Ben Rabidoux – The Current Trends and Outlook of the Canadian Real Estate Market

Oct 28 2024 30 mins  
In this episode, Ben Rabidoux, Founder of North Cove Advisors, rejoins hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid for an update on the current trends and outlook of the Canadian real estate market. Ben discusses the challenges facing the condo market, including the potential for higher failure rates in closings in 2025 and 2026. He also examines the impact of recent interest rate cuts b

Dan Clifton – The Most Investible Election in History?

Sep 06 2024 44 mins  
With less than 65 days until the US presidential election, could this be the most investible election in history? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Dan Clifton, Partner and Head of Policy Research at Strategas Securities to discuss the upcoming election and its market implications. Dan explores how stark policy contrasts between the candidates may

David Wang – Understanding Volatility as an Asset Class

Jul 03 2024 37 mins  
Why should investors care about volatility and how can it be used to inform investment decisions? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by David Wang, Director, FX Distribution and Volatility Strategies at TD Securities, to discuss the importance of volatility in financial markets, its role as a form of financial insurance, and its influence on asset all

Alejandro Cuadrado – Impact of the US Election on Latin America and Mexico

May 22 2024 38 mins  
With the US election less than six months away, how should investors begin to assess the potential impacts on emerging markets? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Alejandro Cuadrado, Global Head of FX Strategy and Head of Emerging Markets Rate Strategy at BBVA, to discuss the implications of the US election in Latin America and Mexico. Alejandro ex

Matthew Hornbach – Understanding the Economic & Market Impacts of US Liquidity and Financial Flows

Apr 11 2024 41 mins  
Will the movement of cash from consumers to the government, especially during tax season, significantly influence economic activity? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Matthew Hornbach, Managing Director and Head of Macro Strategy at Morgan Stanley. Matthew explores how liquidity flows can offer insights into economic trends and influence investmen

Jason Daw – BoC and Fed Easing Cycle: Market Implications and Dynamics

Mar 11 2024 33 mins  
While central bankers are confident in achieving a soft-landing scenario, when can we reasonably expect rates to begin to ease? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Jason Daw, Head of North American Rates Strategy at RBC Capital Markets to discuss recent inflation metrics, the labour market, and the potential timing and sequencing of rate cuts from t

Dr. Claudia Sahm – The Sahm Rule: Is the US Heading Into a Recession?

Feb 07 2024 34 mins  
What is the Sahm Rule and what does it mean for the US labour market and economy? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Dr. Claudia Sahm, Founder of Sahm Consulting and former Principal Economist at the Federal Reserve Board. Dr. Sahm explains how the Sahm Rule can be used as an early indicator of a recession, how the robustness of the US labour marke

Francois Trahan – Examining the Risks for a Global Economic Downturn

Jan 08 2024 39 mins  
Are we heading towards a global economic downturn? In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Francois Trahan, President of Trahan Macro Research, who shares his insights on the economy and market trends for 2024. Francois examines how the Fed’s rate hikes could lead to a potential recession and how a soft-landing scenario seems unlikely. This episode wa

Joseph Briggs – The Macroeconomic Impacts of Generative AI

Nov 09 2023 38 mins  
Join us for an in-depth discussion on the macroeconomic impacts of generative AI. In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Joseph Briggs, Senior Global Economist at Goldman Sachs, who delves into the transformative potential of generative AI and its potential impacts on the labour market, productivity, and various asset classes. Discover the long-term ef

Ben Rabidoux – Trends and Challenges Facing Canada’s Real Estate Market

Oct 02 2023 42 mins  
Join us for an in-depth discussion on the dynamic landscape of Canada’s real estate market. In this episode, hosts Matthew Schnurr and Dustin Reid are joined by Ben Rabidoux, Founder of North Cove Advisors, who explores the key trends and challenges facing this ever-evolving market. Discover how supply dynamics are affecting affordability across various regions and from single-fa