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revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Declining crude oil inventories lead to soaring prices September 29, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: Rising oil prices send shockwaves through the markets, further undermining business confidence.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Is Canada in a real estate bubble? September 25, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon This week, our host Ashleay Dollard and our financial expert Sébastien Mc Mahon, discuss the Canadian real estate market and its future prospects, as well as the challenges and opportunities for buyers and sellers. Stay tuned for this exciting episode, full of useful information to help you navigate the Canadian real estate market.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Canada: Inflation possibly above target until summer 2024 September 22, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: Canadian inflation could remain above target until mid-2024, and the markets (finally) hear the Fed’s “higher for longer” message.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Economic Fall: Trends and Financial Tips September 18, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon What are the economic trends to watch for this fall? What's in store for the stock market? How are the markets doing right now? Our back-to-school economic podcast brings you answers to all your questions. Our financial experts provide practical advice to help you navigate this year's economic landscape. Listen now!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications European Central Bank expected to pause rate hikes September 15, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: The European Central Bank moves to the sidelines while oil once again becomes a risk factor.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Warren Buffett's Memorable Quotes September 11, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon In our latest podcast episode, our financial expert Sébastien Mc Mahon delves into the most memorable quotes from Warren Buffett, one of the greatest investors of all time. Through these quotes, discover his investment philosophy and tips for succeeding in the stock market. Ready to become a finance pro? Tune in to our episode on Warren Buffett's quotes today!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Bank of Canada: Overnight rate held at 5% hints at potential end of rate hikes? September 8, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: We explain why the Bank of Canada is likely done hiking interest rates.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Start saving for your child's future with an RESP! September 5, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon Discover the benefits and strategies of Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) with our latest podcast. Learn how to save for your child's future without breaking the bank. Our team provides you with tips and tricks to help finance your child's postsecondary education and give them a chance to succeed in life. Tune in now!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications United States: Economic surprises increasingly less positive September 1, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: Economic surprises in the United States are increasingly less positive, and the coming months could be more difficult for U.S. households.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Budgeting for a baby August 31, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon This week, Ashleay and our financial expert, Sébastien, tell you about the costs of having a baby.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications S&P 500: Tech sector ripe for profit-taking August 25, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: The S&P 500 tech sector looks ripe for profit-taking, and rising interest rates are changing the game on the markets.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Rate hikes, over or not? August 24, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon In this episode, Sébastien and Ashleay talk about rising rates, the Bank of Canada and the January break.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications China: A difficult week marked by bad news on the economic front August 18, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: A tsunami of bad news out of China and we explain why Canadian inflation is set to end the year above 4%.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts The Dollars and Cents of a Changing Planet August 15, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon Higher prices at the grocery store and the insurance broker are just a few examples of the effects that climate change will have on our wallets. Join Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard in this riveting episode.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications American inflation continues to worry investors August 11, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: Markets remain cautious in the face of American inflation, and stock market leadership shifts toward the energy sector.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Markets react negatively to U.S. downgrade August 4, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week, the U.S. structural deficit leads Fitch to downgrade the country, and the credit cycle could be what tips the scale in the coming quarters.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Sébastien’s financial cocktail August 1, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon Sébastien Mc Mahon, accompanied by Ashleay Dollard in terrace mode, presents his financial cocktail! The basics of saving and how to get richer regardless of income level. Solutions accessible to all. A podcast served up fresh just for you!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Fed: Another rate hike on the books July 28, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week, the Fed is nearing the end of its tightening cycle… but the economic fallout is yet to come.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Real estate: Is this summer the time to buy? July 25, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon A small increase of 0.25% for a $300,000 home means $540 more in interest per year! Buying a home: rate hikes and the unexpected. A must-listen if you're thinking about buying! Ashleay Dollard speaks to Sébastien Mc Mahon about her recent experience.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications An eventful month of July! July 21, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week, we look back on an eventful month of July and emphasize the importance of active management.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts When vacations influence oil prices July 18, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon As vacations approach, the anticipated rise in gas prices is as much a topic of conversation as the choice of beachfront motel in Maine. Coincidence or oil company strategy? When geopolitics and supply-side dynamics hitch a ride. Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard are here to fill us in!
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-renee-laflamme	Podcasts 1st anniversary special edition with Renée Laflamme July 11, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Renée Laflamme 45 episodes, 10 expert guests and, above all, thousands of listeners who tune in every week for the latest economic news! We're celebrating the 1st anniversary of our podcast... your podcast! For this special edition, we'll be taking a look back at the five hottest topics of the past 12 months, discussing the social mission of a financial group (far beyond products), looking at what the future holds for the insurance and finance industry (robo-advisors powered by artificial intelligence?) and discussing professional and business development with our special guest Renée Laflamme, Executive Vice-President, Individual Insurance, Savings and Retirement. Another informative and inspiring episode!
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-isabelle-morin	Podcasts Food inflation \| A BBQ dinner in three equal instalments (more!) July 5, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Isabelle Morin Food inflation: are grocers lining their pockets? Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard set the table on this question and invite nutritionist Isabelle Morin to give us her tips for saving money at the grocery store.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Food inflation \| A BBQ dinner in three equal instalments June 27, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon Grocery basket 9% more expensive than in 2022, and still rising. Where does food inflation come from, and is it possible to curb it? From climate change to crop disease and armed conflict, Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard break down the issue for us. Get ready to tighten your belts for a while to come!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Europe: Economic data turns sour June 23, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: European data turns sour, the Nasdaq shows warning signs and the Bank of England surprises with a jumbo hike.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts 2023 recession: a ghost story? June 21, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon Today's economic situation has no parallel in history. Will the fear of a major crisis materialize in 2023, as many analysts suggest? We'll discuss GDP, monetary policy, balanced budgets and more. An update on the state of the global and Canadian economies with Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications The Fed takes a break for the first time in 15 months June 16, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: The U.S. Federal Reserve stays on the sidelines for the first time in five quarters.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts 31.9 trillion reasons to go into debt June 14, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon The soaring rise of the U.S. debt ceiling since 1940 and its impact on the economy is the subject of much debate. Many analysts talk about the risk of default, the 2011 crisis, stock markets that could suffer and even the creation of a trillion-dollar coin! Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard take a look at the issue.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Bank of Canada: New rate hike June 9, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: The Bank of Canada ends its pause and hikes its overnight rate to its highest level since 2001.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Employment: Young people, an economic asset, but at what cost? June 6, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon Are young people working much more today than in the past? Labour market challenges related to demographics have effects of all sorts and pressure on the school system is one of the neglected pieces of the puzzle. Ashleay Dollard and Sébastien Mc Mahon share some striking data.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications U.S. debt ceiling: ”We have a deal!” June 2, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: We have a deal on the U.S. debt ceiling, and AI does all the heavy lifting on Wall Street.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-claude-sirois	Podcasts The offices of the future! May 30, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Claude Sirois Office life today and in the future! Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard welcome Claude Sirois, Managing Director, Real Assets and Private Equity at iA Financial Group, who shares his vision and, above all, future trends in office real estate. On the blueprint are technology, health, wellbeing and more!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications U.S.: One minute to midnight for a deal on the debt ceiling May 26, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: We’re at one minute to midnight to broker a deal on the U.S. debt ceiling, and “big tech” once again demonstrates its resilience.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-claude-sirois	Podcasts EVERYTHING about real estate, with expert Claude Sirois (more!) May 25, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Claude Sirois In this second part, Ashleay Dollard and Sébastien Mc Mahon discuss the state of home ownership in Canada and global real estate trends. Commercial spaces and mixed models, the situation with office towers, Canada vs United States, and more! With our guest expert Claude Sirois, Managing Director, Real Assets and Private Equity at iA Financial Group.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications The Bank of Canada should maintain patience with rate hikes May 19, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: We make a case for why the Bank of Canada should resist the temptation to raise its policy rate once again.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-claude-sirois	Podcasts EVERYTHING about real estate, with expert Claude Sirois May 17, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Claude Sirois Residential, office, commercial and industrial: what is the future for this sector and are there still opportunities? In this first part of two, Ashleay Dollard and Sébastien Mc Mahon explore the world of real estate with our guest expert Claude Sirois, Managing Director, Real Assets and Private Equity at iA Financial Group.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-marianne-spear	Podcasts Talking money isn't stressful! May 9, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Marianne Spear Why is talking about money stressful? Marianne Spear is hosted by Sébastien Mc Mahon and Ashleay Dollard. She discusses the topic of avoidance and offers solutions within your reach to start a conversation about money. You'll surely come out richer, in every sense of the word!
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications The Fed: Is this the end of rate hikes? May 5, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: Is the US Federal Reserve finally done hiking?
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-maxime-houde	Podcasts Tech stocks: Don't miss the boat! May 2, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Maxime Houde In this episode, we explore what caused tech stocks to deflate in 2022 (slowing revenue growth, rising interest rates, etc.) and more importantly what the future holds for this sector. Many see a significant return to growth coupled with cost control.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Staying tuned to the markets: an insightful strategy April 28, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: We explain why we should pay attention to the markets, a message also conveyed by economic surveys.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts Those who never sleep! April 24, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon In this episode, we explore the role of asset allocators. How to digest tons of data and make the best trades possible. Trends, analysis and strategies are on the menu with Sébastien Mc Mahon.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Market update and investment opportunities April 21, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week, we detail our current market views and explain why there are always opportunities for active investors.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon-alexandre-morin	Podcasts Bonds vs. stocks: Who has the biggest piece of the pie? April 18, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon and Alexandre Morin Every day, they trade an average of $190 million in order to offer clients the best possible return without taking undue risks. Behind the scenes of bond portfolio managers, with Sébastien Mc Mahon and his guest Alexandre Morin, Senior Director, Portfolio Manager, Fixed Income, at iA Financial Group.
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Bank of Canada not ruling out future rate hikes April 14, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: The Bank of Canada made it clear that further policy rate hikes should not be ruled out.
podcasts	sebastien-mc-mahon	Podcasts 2023 Federal and Provincial Budgets: The line not to cross April 11, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon While the Bank of Canada struggles with inflation, governments remain generous and distribute dollars: anti-inflation shield, aid to the least fortunate, tax cuts, etc. Why and what will be the effects on the economy? Sébastien Mc Mahon analyzes the federal budget and those of the Canadian provinces: “The lesson of England in the fall of 2022 remains important and there is a line not to cross!”
revue-economique-hebdomadaire	sebastien-mc-mahon	Weekly economic publications Canada’s economy resilient so far this year, but… April 6, 2023 \| Sébastien Mc Mahon \| This week: The Canadian economy remained resilient in the first quarter of 2023, but leading indicators continue to deteriorate.