Trump Announcements, Jobs Data, & Stock Misses - Top 3 This Week

In this episode of The Allan Small Financial Show, Allan dives into the top three factors every investor needs to watch right now to navigate market volatility and make smarter financial decisions. From unexpected political moves to surprising stock market reactions, Allan breaks down what’s driving the markets this week.

What’s Inside This Episode:

1. Trump's Market-Shaking Announcements Discover how recent comments from President Trump about tariffs on Canadian goods sent shockwaves through the markets. Allan explains how political rhetoric influences currency value, stock performance, and investor confidence.

2. Jobs Data & Inflation Trends With U.S. and Canadian jobs data set to release, Allan explores how employment numbers can impact inflation and interest rates. Find out what the latest job creation numbers mean for your portfolio and why central banks are closely watching these trends.

3. Why Stocks Move: Beyond the Headlines Sometimes stocks rise on bad news—or fall despite great earnings. Allan dissects recent earnings reports from tech giants like Google (Alphabet), AMD, Microsoft, Tesla, and Apple, showing why understanding the story behind the numbers is critical for investors. Learn how AI investments, cloud growth, and even robo-taxis are shifting market expectations.

Key Takeaways:

• How the Canadian dollar reacted to tariff threats and what it means for future trades.
• Why U.S. job growth and inflation trends could shape the next interest rate moves.
• The importance of looking beyond headline numbers in company earnings reports to make informed investment decisions.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your financial journey, this episode offers actionable insights to help you stay ahead of market trends and protect your portfolio from unexpected shifts.

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