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    Inside Perspectives: An AGF Podcast Series

    Thoughtful discussions on investing with AGF experts and special guests. Learn more about the opportunities and issues impacting global markets today.
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    Episodes (16)

    Biden Versus Trump II: An Investor's Guide to the U.S. Election

    Biden Versus Trump II: An Investor's Guide to the U.S. Election

    Kevin, John and David get into the potential market ramifications of the U.S. presidential election with guest Greg Valliere. 

    Hosted By:
    KM: Kevin McCreadie, CEO and Chief Investment Officer, AGF Investments
    JC: John Christofilos, Chief Trading Officer, AGF Investments
    DP: David Pett, Editor, AGF Perspectives

    Guest:
    GV: Greg Valliere, Chief U.S. Policy Strategist, AGF Investments

    Why Geopolitics May Be the Most Important Focus of Investors in 2024

    Why Geopolitics May Be the Most Important Focus of Investors in 2024

    Kevin, John and David welcome Regina Chi to discuss the Red Sea attacks, Taiwan’s recent election (and a little football while they’re at it).

    Hosted By:
    KM: Kevin McCreadie, CEO and Chief Investment Officer, AGF Investments
    JC: John Christofilos, Chief Trading Officer, AGF Investments
    DP: David Pett, Editor, AGF Perspectives

    Guest:
    RC: Regina Chi, Portfolio Manager, AGF Investments

    War in the Middle East and the Potential Threat to Markets

    War in the Middle East and the Potential Threat to Markets

    The world's geopolitical climate continues to grow more dangerous following the recent outbreak of war in the Middle East. So why do investors seem relatively unfazed by the tragic events that are unfolding? On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie discusses the market's reaction to the beginnings of yet another devastating conflict with guests Greg Valliere and General Andrew Leslie.

    How Does the Ukraine War End?

    How Does the Ukraine War End?

    The Ukraine War continues to grind on, seemingly with no end in sight. On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie welcomes back Greg Valliere and General Andrew Leslie to discuss the ongoing market impact of the conflict and why next year's U.S. presidential election is one of several factors that could determine its ultimate outcome.

    Why Investors Need to Keep the Ukraine War on Their Worry List

    Why Investors Need to Keep the Ukraine War on Their Worry List

    Ukraine’s counter offensive could by a turning point in the country’s war with Russia, but investors should expect a swift end to the conflict as a result. On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer, welcomes back General Andrew Leslie to discuss the latest developments in the war and its ongoing potential to impact markets.

    Private Capital: What Does the Future Hold?

    Private Capital: What Does the Future Hold?

    In part three of a three-part series, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer considers the future of private capital with special guests Ash Lawrence, head of AGF Private Capital, and Robert Olsen, Partner, Vice Chair and Private Equity Leader at Deloitte Canada.

    For a transcript of each episode in this three-part series on private capital, please visit agf.com/podcast, and don't forget to subscribe to hear more from us at Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Podcast Attic, and Pocket Casts.

    Private Capital: How a Good Manager Makes All the Difference

    Private Capital: How a Good Manager Makes All the Difference

    In part two of a three-part series, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer weighs in on the opportunities and risks of investing in private capital with special guests Ash Lawrence, head of AGF Private Capital, and Robert Olsen, Partner, Vice Chair and Private Equity Leader at Deloitte Canada. 

    Ok, that brings round two to a close. To hear the rest of the conversation with Kevin, Ash and Robert, round three of our Private Capital series is now available at AGF.com/podcasts or by subscribing to Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Podcast Attic, and Pocket Casts.

    Private Capital: Why Patience Can Be a Virtue

    Private Capital: Why Patience Can Be a Virtue

    In part one of a three-part series, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer discusses the current landscape for investing in private capital with special guests Ash Lawrence, head of AGF Private Capital, and Robert Olsen, Partner, Vice Chair and Private Equity Leader at Deloitte Canada. 

    To hear more from Kevin, Ash and Robert, round two of our private capital series is now available at AGF.com/podcasts or by subscribing to Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Play Music, Stitcher, Podcast Attic, and Pocket Casts.

    One Year and Counting: Assessing the Ongoing Market Impact of the Ukraine War

    One Year and Counting: Assessing the Ongoing Market Impact of the Ukraine War

    On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer welcomes back Greg Valliere, AGF’s Chief U.S. Policy Strategist and special guest General Andrew Leslie to discuss the implications of a war that continues to rage with no end in sight.

     

    Planes, Trains and the Market Impact of Political Dysfunction in the West

    Planes, Trains and the Market Impact of Political Dysfunction in the West

    On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer welcomes back Greg Valliere, AGF’s Chief U.S. Policy Strategist and special guest General Andrew Leslie to discuss the potential crisis facing some of the West’s most successful democracies and the impact that could have on financial markets going forward.

    Is War the New Normal for Investors?

    Is War the New Normal for Investors?

    Geopolitical tensions in Eastern Europe and the Asia-Pacific region have unsettled markets this year, but investors may end up facing more instability going forward. On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie, AGF’s CEO and Chief Investment Officer welcomes back Greg Valliere, AGF’s Chief U.S. Policy Strategist and special guest General Andrew Leslie to discuss Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine and China’s mounting aggression towards Taiwan.

    We Need To Talk About Fixed Income

    We Need To Talk About Fixed Income

    On this episode of Inside Perspectives, Kevin McCreadie, AGF CEO and Chief Investment Officer welcomes David Stonehouse, AGF Head of North American and Speciality Investments. And Tom Nakamura, Currency Strategist, and Co-Head of Fixed Income. To discuss the constructing of fixed-income portfolio in an economic climate, increasingly defined by the prospects of tighter monetary policy ahead.