

The Loonie Hour
Steve Saretsky
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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Aug 11, 2023 • 1h 10min
Prices are Contracting in the World's Second Largest Economy
Consumer and producer prices in China are now outright contracting on an annual basis. US CPI inflation is nearly back on target, but how do you factor in base effects and lagging shelter prices? The largest retailer in Canada delivers ominous warning about the shape of Canadian households.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 4, 2023 • 1h 9min
Are we in the Early Stages of a Sovereign Debt Crisis? - w/ guest Brent Johnson
Markets are shorting the USD at a record pace and that could backfire very soon. Our special guest Brent Johnson, views the USD as the ultimate flight to safety and thinks that need for safety could return as volatility erupts in global bond markets. Troubles are brewing in China and Japan. The new housing and immigration ministers say they have no plans for slowing immigration, and say targets might need to be revised higher. Greater Vancouver Tenant and Property Management LTD. https://www.gvantpm.com/property_management_fees_servicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 29, 2023 • 1h 14min
Surging Interest Rates Set to Squeeze Canadian Households Further
Interest rates are rising once again as economic growth remains resilient for now. The Fed and the ECB raise rates once again. The federal government has a new housing minister. Thank you to our sponsors of this live event: BMO ETFs https://www.bmo.com/main/personal/investments/etf/ Canadian Western Bank https://www.cwbank.com/en/business Greater Vancouver Tenant and Property Management LTD. https://www.gvantpm.com/property_management_fees_servicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 2023 • 1h 11min
Canadian Oil, Economic Prosperity, and Navigating the Energy Transition
We are joined this week by Professor David Rapson, an expert on energy markets and climate policy, with a recent focus on electric vehicles and transportation decarbonization. We debunk and discuss energy markets. Later in the show we discuss recent inflation in Canada, downside surprises, and mortgage relief proposals. The Loonie Hour is going live in Vancouver and Calgary. Come join us for drinks, appetizers, and a live podcast with Q&A. Tickets to Vancouver Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-live-in-vancouver-tickets-667879735267Tickets to Calgary Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lawn-bowling-with-the-loonie-hour-tickets-677791050277See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 2023 • 1h 7min
The Hits Keep Coming, Bank of Canada Delivers Another Rate Hike
The Bank of Canada raised interest rates another 25bps, bringing the overnight rate to its highest point since 2001. US CPI tumbles below expectations. Producer prices keep falling. Used car prices are crashing. China issues could destroy a lot of economic forecasts. The Loonie Hour is going live in Vancouver and Calgary. Come join us for drinks, appetizers, and a live podcast with Q&A. Tickets to Vancouver Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-live-in-vancouver-tickets-667879735267Tickets to Calgary Event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lawn-bowling-with-the-loonie-hour-tickets-677791050277?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshwebdesktopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 2min
Financial Watchdog Asks Canadian Banks to Ease Pain on Mortgage Holders
The FCAC has asked Canadian banks to work with borrowers to extend amortizations and reduce prepayment penalties for over leveraged home owners. Real Estate stats in Vancouver & Toronto point to a market that is slowing. The ISM continues to roll over. Waiting for Non-farm payroll to drop. Canada plans largest Uranium plant in the world. The Loonie Hour is going live in Vancouver. Come join us for drinks, appetizers, and a live podcast with Q&A. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-live-in-vancouver-tickets-667879735267?aff=oddtdtcreator See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 30, 2023 • 1h 9min
Higher for Longer Interest Rates Will Create a lot of Winners and Losers
Fixed mortgage rates still moving higher. Population growth hits 1.2M in Canada. The Fed and ECB promise further rate hikes. The much talked about recession has not transpired, making the case for higher for longer interest rates. Government debt and the expectation for lower stock returns. The Loonie Hour is going live in Vancouver. Come join us for drinks, appetizers, and a live podcast with Q&A. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-loonie-hour-live-in-vancouver-tickets-667879735267?aff=oddtdtcreator See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
Bond Yields Surge Higher as Central Banks Coordinate More Rate Hikes
Central Banks Coordinate higher Rates. Bond yields suddenly ripping higher once again. The Bank of Canada says house prices concern them. Housing set to slow with mortgage stress test nearing 8%. Where is the recession? Liquidity is actually increasing, pushing stocks higher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 2023 • 1h 12min
The Great Canadian Credit Boom Comes to an End
National house prices ticker higher in May. Mortgage credit growth tumbles to a 20 year low, signalling a slowdown is ahead. Housing starts are plummeting. The fed performs a hawkish pause. The ECB raises rates despite recession. China cuts rates as youth unemployment surges. ESG debunked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 2023 • 1h 9min
The Bank of Canada Shocks The Bond Market- w/ guest Robert Asselin
We are joined by Robert Asselin, former advisor to Justin Trudeau, and budget director to Bill Morneau to discuss ballooning deficits and inflation. The Bank of Canada starts hiking rates again. Bond yields surge, building permits plummet. Universal basic income gets a test run. Protect your online data and secure your privacy with Incogni!Get an EXCLUSIVE 60% discount using our link https://incogni.com/looniehourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


