The Wealth Round Up 25 W/O December 17, 2025

Описание: In this episode of the Wealth Roundup, Terry Evans and Patrick Leonard discuss the current state of the markets as they approach the end of 2025, including insights on interest rates, economic forecasts for Canada and the US, and potential risks for investors in 2026. They explore the impact of recent Fed rate cuts, the outlook for GDP growth, and the importance of monitoring inflation and credit markets as key factors influencing investment strategies moving forward.

Takeaways

The US market is slightly down today, indicating job weakness.
Gold has seen significant fluctuations, recently peaking over 4,300.
The Fed's recent interest rate cut is significant for the US economy.
Canada's GDP growth is expected to be between 1 and 1.5%.
Lower interest rates are anticipated to stimulate the Canadian economy.
The US economy is expected to benefit from AI spending and tax reforms.
Inflation remains a key risk for both the US and Canadian economies.
Credit market health is crucial for financing business investments.
Earnings misses are expected as companies adjust to economic conditions.
Currency debasement is a concern, impacting purchasing power.

Chapters

00:00 - Market Overview and Year-End Reflections
05:15 - Economic Outlook for Canada in 2026
09:07 - US and Global Economic Interconnections
11:44 - Identifying Risks for 2026 Investments

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