The Allan Small Financial Show

Hosted by Allan Small

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Oct 2026

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'The Allan Small Financial Show' delivers insights, tips, and commentary on current events from an investment perspective, providing practical advice for people looking to invest and navigate changing stock markets. Allan analyzes what's happening in the news… in the markets… and how the two impact investment decisions. This weekly podcast includes Allan's biweekly Sunday Money Show with CFRB Newstalk 1010 as well as tips on what investors should be considering over the next 5-10 business days.

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October 28, 202620 min

Earnings, Rates and AI Spending - Top 3 This Week

The stock market outlook is being shaped by major corporate earnings, interest rate decisions and growing concerns about artificial intelligence spending. Allan Small examines three developments that could influence the stock market outlook over the next 5 to 10 business days. With S&P 500 earnings season underway, Allan reviews results from major technology companies and what investors should watch from Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon and Apple. He discusses the importance of cloud growth, corporate spending and future earnings guidance. Allan also examines the latest Bank of Canada interest rate decision, expectations for the Federal Reserve, upcoming PCE inflation data and employment reports from Canada and the United States. Finally, he looks at rising AI infrastructure spending, increased corporate borrowing and investor concerns surrounding companies such as CoreWeave, Oracle and Meta. Are technology companies spending too much on AI, and will those investments generate sufficient returns? Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com

October 28, 202625 min

Canada's Economy, Investment and Growth - An Interview with Goldy Hyder

Canada's economy faces challenges from US tariffs, weak growth and uncertainty surrounding foreign investment. Can Canada's economy attract the capital needed to strengthen businesses, create jobs and compete globally? Allan Small speaks with Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada, about the country's economic outlook and the opportunities ahead. They discuss Canada's recent investment summit, efforts to attract international capital and the importance of competitive tax policies and regulations. Goldy also examines Canada's trade diversification strategy, the role of infrastructure and opportunities in artificial intelligence, defence, energy and critical minerals. The conversation explores how Canadian businesses can expand into international markets, reduce their reliance on the United States and position themselves for long-term growth. While challenges remain, Goldy emphasizes the importance of turning government policies and investment commitments into measurable economic results. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com

October 28, 20261 hr 4 min

The Allan Small Financial Show - October 28, 2026

Listen to the full show as I discuss the latest stock market action and share my insights on the markets and the overall economy. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com

October 26, 202641 min

Toronto Business Summit & the Current Canadian Economy - The Sunday Money Show

Check out my Sunday Money Show podcast for October 25th, 2026. In this episode, I speak with Goldy Hyder, the President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada (BCC). Goldy talks to us about the recent Toronto business summit and what he thinks of the Canadian economy currently. Goldy also speaks about the future of business in Canada and where things are headed. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com I am happy to answer your questions on air on my next show.

October 14, 202617 min

Market Breadth Narrowing, Key Economic Data, & Jittery Markets - Top 3 This Week

The stock market outlook is being shaped by narrowing market breadth, rising inflation concerns and increased market volatility. This stock market outlook examines three important factors investors should consider before making investment decisions. Allan Small explains why a small group of large-cap technology and AI companies continues to drive much of the S&P 500's performance, even as fewer stocks participate in the market's gains. He compares the traditional S&P 500 with its equal-weighted counterpart and discusses the importance of portfolio diversification. Allan also examines key economic data, including US inflation, producer prices and upcoming interest rate decisions from the Federal Reserve and Bank of Canada. Finally, he looks at how headlines involving OpenAI, Apple, Micron and Oracle have triggered sharp market reactions, emphasizing why investors should verify information before making decisions. Follow the Allan Small Financial Show for more stock market analysis and investment insights.

October 14, 202654 min

The Allan Small Financial Show - October 14, 2026

Listen to the full show as I discussed the latest stock market action, provided my insight on the markets, and the overall economy. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com

October 13, 202642 min

How Jittery these Markets are right Now - The Sunday Money Show

Check out my Sunday Money Show podcast (October 11, 2026), where I discuss just how jittery these markets are right now, the narrowing breadth of the market, and how high the bar has been set for tech companies for this earnings season. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com I am happy to answer your questions on air on my next show.

October 1, 202621 min

Interest Rates Rising, Economic Data, & Markey Volatility - Top 3 This Week

The stock market outlook is being shaped by rising Treasury yields, economic data and continued market volatility. This stock market outlook focuses on three areas Allan Small believes individual investors should be watching before making investment decisions. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com

October 1, 20261 hr 8 min

The Allan Small Financial Show - September 30, 2026

October 1, 202621 min

Canada-US Trade War: Small Businesses Feel the Impact - An Interview with Dan Kelly, CFIB

The Canada-US trade war is putting growing pressure on Canadian small businesses as tariffs, higher costs and uncertainty affect companies on both sides of the border. The Canada-US trade war is also raising questions about government support, tax relief and the competitiveness of Canadian businesses. Allan Small speaks with Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, about how small and medium-sized companies are coping. They discuss the latest round of tariffs, Canada's retaliatory measures and why trade uncertainty can be damaging even before tariffs take effect. Kelly explains why some businesses have limited capacity to absorb higher costs and outlines the support he believes smaller companies need. The conversation also covers proposed small business tax cuts, business closures and concerns about Canadian manufacturers considering moving production or expanding operations in the United States. Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com