The Loonie Hour

Jan 31 2025 173 ep. 63 mins 375

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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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Tariff Wars in Canada- w/ guest Danielle Smith

Jan 31 2025 82 mins

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! G

Political Turmoil as Public Sentiment Swings to the Right

Jan 24 2025 67 mins

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

Are Tariffs Looming on Canadian Oil?

Jan 17 2025 66 mins

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 lear

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

Jan 10 2025 74 mins

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/loonie

Wild & Unexpected Predictions for 2025

Jan 03 2025 59 mins

Bond yields will tumble amidst debt deflation in China, propelling lower mortgage rates in Canada and higher house prices. The US stock market will see a large correction and usher in a recession in the US. The Euro will crash as the German economy sinks. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.co

Sovereign Debt Markets Facing Turmoil in 2025?

Dec 27 2024 60 mins

Bond yields rising as central banks cut rates. Canadian housing faces rising defaults in new construction space. China’s bond market flashes red, awaiting giant stimulus. 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.

Chaos in Ottawa! Budget Deficit Explodes to $62B

Dec 20 2024 72 mins

Finance minister Freeland resigns, Trudeau government hangs in the balance. Budget deficit explodes to $62B, surpassing the fiscal guardrails. The Loonie tumbles dropping to 69 cents. The US Fed cuts rates, says inflation target won't be hit until 2027. Coal usage hits record highs on Chinese demand. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings.

Bank of Canada will Keep Cutting Rates into Falling Loonie- w/ guest Ben Rabidoux

Dec 13 2024 67 mins

Bank of Canada slashes rates by another 50bps. The Labour market is getting worse. The Fed might be done cutting rates later this year but the BoC isn't. Rents continue to drop in major metros. Record supply under construction. Immigration system needs an overhaul as asylum claims surge. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit

Toronto Condo Completions are Heading to Zero by 2030

Dec 06 2024 62 mins

Housing sales plunging means no new housing by 2030. Former BoC governor Poloz says we are in a recession. Canadian businesses struggling with Canada Post strikes. Powell at the Fed signals rate cuts might be over. Bank of Canada on deck next week. Start an investment portfolio that's built to perform with Neighbourhood Holdings. Visit www.neighbourhoodholdings.com/looniehour to le

Canadian Energy Sector Faces Trump Tariffs - w/ guest Heather Exner-Pirot

Nov 29 2024 73 mins

Vibecession in Canada. Jobs not keeping pace with immigration. Emissions cap and Trump tariffs, what is the fate of the Canadian energy sector? GST holiday gets a boost in Ontario. The Eurozone continues to circle the drain in large part due to poor energy policy. Check out Heather Exner-Pirot's Research Here:https://heatherexnerpirot.com/about Start an investment portfolio that's