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Jurrien Timmer's global macro view – June 9, 2025

Much of the equity trade so far this year has had an international flair. In the midst of a week flavoured by a difficult deficit backdrop, the headlines will be powered by the International trade agenda, both across the oceans, and here at home. How do investors get set with some new portfolio discussions that bring asset allocation for a new era to the fore? The man who has been thinking through this question over the past week -  and has illustrated it for you - joins the show today, armed with charts and graphs that tell part of this market’s story. Joining the show today is Fidelity’s Head of Global Macro, Jurrien Timmer.

Recorded on June 9, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Connects x Upside | Understanding how the BoC’s rate decision could affect your financial future – Ilan Kolet

Today's guest is Ilan Kolet, institutional portfolio manager and member of Fidelity's Global Asset Allocation, or GAA team. Ilan helps manage billions of dollars on behalf of Canadians. He discusses the latest Bank of Canada rate decision, what it means for Canadians, and what could be next. We'll also dive into the latest tariff news and unpack the U.S. tax bill. This show was initially presented as a live webcast of The Upside, our investor webcast.

Recorded on June 6, 2025.

This episode was originally presented as part of The Upside, now available on your podcast platform of choice.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Monetary policy in focus: Unpacking BoC's decision – David Tulk

The Bank of Canada’s decision to leave interest rates at 2.75% tells Canadians that at this stage, the bank's eye is firmly on inflation. However, Governor Tiff Macklem made comments at the press conference showing a willingness to cut rates, if the Canadian economy showed signs of distress later this year. On today's show to help us dig into the considerations being taken by the BoC at this critical juncture - and for his view on how to allocate and balance portfolios in a somewhat more international trade, is Fidelity Portfolio Manager David Tulk.

Recorded on June 5, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Navigating North American equities – Darren Lekkerkerker

Let's shift focus to a year from now. Keeping in mind the power of compounding, investing in high quality companies right now - in fortress North America - might just be the sensible option for investors sitting amidst rocky headline news. How can what you do today, in evaluating and choosing companies, help on the road to next year? Luckily, today's guest is the perfect person to put that question to. Joining the show today is Fidelity portfolio Manager Darren Lekkerkerker, who manages Fidelity North American Equity Class, Global Natural Resources Fund, and the equity sub-portfolio of Canadian Balanced.

Recorded on June 3, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Unlocking global potential: U.S. vs. Europe and beyond – Patrice Quirion

Global markets have been shaken to the core after months of policy changes and tariff moves from the U.S. administration. As we steer away from this era of U.S. exceptionalism, eyes are on other investment opportunities across the globe. How is today's guest navigating complex market currents, and what areas is he leaning into? Joining the show today to discuss how he's unlocking global opportunities in China, other parts of Asia, Europe and elsewhere is Fidelity portfolio manager, Patrice Quirion.

Recorded on May 29, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

 

Opportunities in alternative strategies – Brendan Sims

As investors stickhandle through news of global tariff uncertainty, an increasing option for steadying the ship is alternatives. Fidelity's growing universe of alts offers ways to include private real estate investments, cryptocurrencies and equity long/short strategy exposure to various portfolios. For instance, how can a longer term view on private real estate add ballast to your client's investments while short term market volatility reigns in these markets? On today's show to take us into the world of alternatives and how they could play a vital role in your clients' portfolios is Fidelity alternative investment strategist, Brendan Sims.

Recorded on May 30, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

 

Jurrien Timmer's global macro view – June 2, 2025

As markets allowed for some relative calm through the end of last week, they are set up now for a heavy macro time. In the midst of a shifting trade narrative and with the ramifications of increasing global liquidity, can the equity markets quietly climb the wall of worry? Has the peak of uncertainty passed? Joining the show today to discuss his global macro view on equities, bonds and the players driving a more mercantilist world, is Fidelity Head of Global Macro, Jurrien Timmer.

Recorded on June 2, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

 

Denise Chisholm's sector and factor perspectives – May 29, 2025

A broader look at the earnings picture shows revisions have been vast so far this year. A trend almost in lock step with the tariffs story. Does this overall market adjustment on earnings revisions suggest a contrarian signal? If it does, which sectors may be best positioned for potential earnings beats or, even earnings ‘meets’, on previous expectations. Also, if we have passed April’s peak tariffs worries are recession worries also in the rear-view mirror? Joining us to share her research on both the earnings picture and how she manages the math on recession risk is Denise Chisholm, Fidelity Director of Quantitative Market Strategy.

Recorded on May 29, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Finding value in emerging markets – Abhijeet Singh

Emerging markets present the opportunity to invest in developing nations with fast-growing economies. In 2025, emerging markets have attracted significant investor interest, particularly in parts of Asia, Latin America and emerging Europe. Chinese equities have had a strong year, driven by fiscal stimulus and a recovery in large-cap tech stocks. But how will policy uncertainty and geopolitical tensions impact emerging markets? Will tariffs or the fluctuating U.S. dollar play a part? Host Pamela Ritchie is joined today by Abhijeet Singh, institutional portfolio manager, to discuss all of this and more. 

Recorded on May 28, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Connects x Upside | May ICYMI: Top market stories and surprises

On today’s episode, we’ll count down the top 5 May highlights from our FidelityConnects show. Connects is live daily for advisors, and then available on replay for all as a video podcast. Markets in May began like April, with global markets experiencing volatility. U.S. markets faced challenges due to President Trump’s trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China. By mid-May, the market showed signs of recovery, accelerated by eased trade tensions and investor optimism. Canadian stocks have remained stable, as have global markets, notably European and Chinese markets outperforming, driven by strong economic data and investor confidence. This show was initially presented as a live webcast of The Upside, our investor webcast.

This episode was originally presented as part of The Upside, now available on your podcast platform of choice.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Celebrating ten years of Global Intrinsic Value – Morgen Peck, Sam Chamovitz and Naveed Rahman

May marked the 10-year anniversary of Global Intrinsic Value Class. Spearheaded by Joel Tillinghast in 2015, the fund has steadily earned a reputation for its disciplined approach to global equity investing. As it enters its second decade, how is the team’s investment approach evolving to meet the demands of an increasingly complex global market? And what lessons from the past 10 years are shaping the next phase of the fund? Host Glen Davidson is joined by portfolio managers Sam Chamovitz, and Morgen Peck, alongside institutional portfolio manager, Naveed Rahman to discuss all this and more.

Recorded on May 27, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Jurrien Timmer's global macro view – May 26, 2025

President Donald Trump’s recent tariff threat on the European Union, followed by a subsequent delay, boosted European and Asian markets to start the week. What is currently shaping the markets, and what signals is today's guest looking to for clues about the path forward? Joining host Pamela Ritchie to unpack the macro themes on his radar, and to set you up for the trading week ahead is Fidelity Director of Global Macro, Jurrien Timmer.

Recorded on May 26, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Long/short investing strategies in the second quarter of 2025 – Dave Way

U.S. treasury yields are on the rise. Members of the House have approved a new bill with a staggering $4 trillion dollar price tag, pushing yields to levels not seen since 2023. With current yields suggesting caution while equity markets remain buoyant, our next guest says this disconnect could challenge the traditional 60/40 portfolio. Could this be a tailwind for long/short strategies. Joining host Pamela Ritchie to unpack the portfolio benefits of liquid alternatives and provide you with an update on Fidelity Long/Short Alternative Fund is portfolio manager, David Way.

Recorded on May 22, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Driving alpha through dividends – Ramona Persaud

In an era of headline volatility, our next guest stands out for the conservative nature of her funds - focusing on downside protection and long-term resilience. So where is she finding the biggest alpha opportunities? And how do dividend-paying stocks bolster her downside protection? Host Pamela Ritchie is joined today by Ramona Persaud, Portfolio Manager, to unpack all this and more. Ramona manages several funds including Fidelity U.S. Dividend Fund.

Recorded on May 20, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Hear from Fidelity’s top voices: Recapping VISION+

Catch up on the best moments from VISION+, one of Fidelity’s premier advisor events, featuring insights from Patrice Quirion, Becky Baker and other Fidelity experts. VISION+ welcomed thousands of advisors in person and online who heard Fidelity’s portfolio managers share their latest perspectives on the markets and where they are finding investment opportunities. FOMO? Don’t worry. Today's podcast has the day’s top highlights for you. This show was initially presented as a live webcast of The Upside, our investor webcast.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Denise Chisholm's sector and factor perspectives – May 15, 2025

The price of oil has been declining. Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate - the two key benchmarks - are down more than 50% from their peak in 2022. Today's guest says, in a market hyper-focused on headwinds – particularly tariffs – it’s worth acknowledging that cheaper oil is like a sneaky little tax cut. What do lower oil prices signal about the markets, and which sector benefits most from this dynamic? Joining host Pamela Ritchie to unpack her latest market thesis, including the sectors on her radar, is Fidelity Director of Quantitative Market Strategy, Denise Chisholm.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Connects x Upside | An inside look at how young Canadians are investing – Kelly Lannan, Sarah Mocherniak and Audrey Kim

Young Canadians are already taking steps to save, invest and build a strong financial future. On today’s episode, join our panel of Fidelity experts to unpack a recent IPSOS study on young Canadian investing trends. Host Emily Anonuevo sits down with Kelly Lannan, Sarah Mocherniak and Audrey Kim to discuss what platforms young investors are using, who they are looking to for advice and what investing products are resonating with them. 

This episode was originally presented as part of The Upside, now available on your podcast platform of choice.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Digging deeper into global natural resources – Joe Overdevest

North American equity markets are seeing some relief. Markets got a massive boost after the U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day pause in their trade war. What is our next guest hearing from CEO’s about the trade volatility? And what investing strategy is he adopting as this all plays out? Joining host Pamela Ritchie for a look at how the Canadian investment landscape is unfolding, and how he’s navigating today’s markets is Joe Overdevest, portfolio manager of Fidelity Global Natural Resources fund.

Recorded on May 14, 2025.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

VISION+: Global equities through a quality lens – Patrice Quirion

On Thursday May 8, Fidelity Investments Canada hosted VISION+, a full-day event connecting Fidelity’s portfolio managers and experts with thousands of advisors joining both in-person and virtually across the country. Select sessions are available as FidelityConnects podcasts, and advisors can watch the event replay on fidelity.ca. On today's podcast, Patrice Quirion takes the stage at VISION+ to talk about the current global market environment, and his funds, Fidelity Global Fund, Global Concentrated Equity, and International Concentrated Equity.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.

 

Connects x Upside | Themes driving global markets in May 2025 – Denise Chisholm

Denise Chisholm is a student of history who uses historical probability analysis when looking at the markets in her role as Director of Quantitative Market Strategy. On this episode of The Upside, Denise will share the sectors, trends and underlying indicators moving markets in May 2025 that investors should looking at to evaluate the strength of the market. This show was initially presented as a live webcast of The Upside, our investor webcast.

This episode was originally presented as part of The Upside, now available on your podcast platform of choice.

At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information.

For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics’ Advisor Digital Experience Study.