The Invested

Central banks at a crossroads

In this episode, Dustin Reid, Chief Fixed Income Strategist, breaks down the latest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada—and what they mean for advisors building resilient portfolios. Dustin explains why the Fed’s pushback on further easing and the Bank of Canada’s move to the bottom of its neutral range could shape opportunities across the yield curve. He also shares how his team is positioning in short-term Canadian bonds, managing duration risk, and balancing exposure between developed and emerging markets. 

Thanks for listening—and as always, stay invested. 

This episode was recorded on October 29, 2025. 

Turning emotion into investment discipline

In this episode, Gleb Sivitsky, Portfolio Manager on Mackenzie's Multi-Asset Strategies Team, discusses how thoughtful portfolio construction can help reinforce discipline. He explains why investor mistakes rarely stem from a single decision—it's often a combination of behaviours, like chasing performance or selling at the wrong time. Gleb explores how modern solutions—from model portfolios to ETF portfolios to asset allocation ETFs—can help clients stay invested for the long term. 

Thanks for listening—and as always, stay invested.

This episode was recorded on October 21, 2025.

Opportunities beyond the Magnificent Seven

In this episode, Katherine Owen, Portfolio Manager with Mackenzie’s Global Equity & Income Team, shares her perspective on navigating today’s complex market. She discusses the resilience of the US economy, the growing divide between AI-driven mega-cap leaders and the broader market, and where her team is finding compelling opportunities abroad. Advisors will also hear about the key risk investors may be overlooking as they build diversified portfolios. 

Thanks for listening—and as always, stay invested. 

This episode was recorded on October 20, 2025.

Concentration Risk 2.0

In this episode, Laurent Boukobza, ETF Strategist at Mackenzie Investments, explains why diversification is more important than ever. He explores ETF strategies that can help manage concentration risk and strengthen portfolio resilience. He discusses the growing importance of international diversification, the rising interest in active ETFs in Canada, and the value of a disciplined, repeatable investment process in volatile markets. From factor-based strategies – like quality and low volatility – to the role of Mackenzie’s US Alpha Extension ETF, Laurent shares practical insights for building more resilient portfolios in a market driven by a narrow group of leaders.

This episode was recorded on October 1, 2025.

What the Fed and BoC Cuts Mean for Markets

In this episode, Dustin Reid, Chief Fixed Income Strategist, discusses the 25 basis point rate cuts from both the Fed and Bank of Canada – highlighting Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s “insurance cut” framing and labour market pressures. He also explores the BoC’s outlook amid persistent economic slack. Dustin shares how these developments are shaping the team’s positioning, including duration, spreads, and FX, and reflects on the key risks that could test market resilience and global carry strategies in the months ahead. 

This episode was recorded on September 17, 2025.

Inside Private Credit: Growth, Resilience, and Opportunity

In this episode, David Ross, Managing Director and Head of Private Credit at Northleaf Capital Partners, unpacks the structural shifts driving private credit's growth and why mid-market opportunities remain attractive. He explains the fundamentals of the asset class, how it complements traditional fixed income, and the risks advisors should keep in mind as the asset class continues to mature. David also shares his insights on the potential impact of a Fed easing cycle.

This episode was recorded on September 4, 2025.

From Rotation to Precision: Redefining Sector Strategies

In this episode, Michael Williamson, Portfolio Manager of the Multi-Asset Strategies Team, explores why traditional sector rotation may no longer fit today’s complex markets. He explains how blurred sector lines call for a new framework to assess economic sensitivity and introduces Mackenzie’s Cyclical Tilt and Defensive Tilt ETFs as innovative tools for smarter portfolio positioning. 

This episode was recorded on August 14, 2025.

September Rate Cut: Is the Fed Eyeing 50?

In this episode, Dustin Reid, Chief Fixed Income Strategist, shares his insights on two key macro developments that could reshape the Fed’s policy trajectory: July’s softer-than-expected US CPI print and significant downward revisions to recent job numbers. Dustin explains why these data points have prompted several Fed officials to warm to the idea of a September rate cut, and how tariff-related inflation, slowing private payrolls, and shifting rate expectations are influencing markets.

This episode was recorded on August 13, 2025.

Equity Market Resilience: How Long Can It Hold?

In this episode, Lesley Marks, Chief Investment Officer of Equities, discusses the equity market's surprising resilience, driven by strong corporate earnings, sustained buybacks, and market optimism around potential Fed rate cuts. She explores risks beneath the surface: stretched US valuations, a near-zero equity risk premium, and the concentration in mega-cap tech stocks. Lesley also touches on quality factors in corporate earnings, recent US and Canadian jobs data, and how evolving trade dynamics could shape the economic outlook ahead. 

This episode was recorded on August 11, 2025.

Fed and BOC Hold Rates: Parsing Policy and Market Signals

In this episode, Dustin Reid, Chief Fixed Income Strategist, discusses the Fed's decision to hold rates, emphasizing Chair Powell's unexpectedly hawkish tone and the rare dissent among governors. He also examines the Bank of Canada's shifting stance on core inflation, subdued Q2 growth expectations, and the added uncertainty posed by Canada-US trade negotiations. Dustin outlines the team's current portfolio strategy, including a structurally weaker US dollar view, tactical duration positioning across regions, and selective emerging market exposure – particularly in Mexico and Brazil. 

 

This episode was recorded on July 31, 2025.