
In this essential episode of Money Talks, host Rita welcomes back financial professional Jonathan Cartier to demystify the Portfolio Management Process. Forget complex jargon; Jonathan breaks down the seven foundational steps every Canadian investor should master. Using real-world examples from companies on the TSX, he explains how to build a portfolio tailored to your unique life goals, whether you're saving for a home, planning for retirement, or just starting your investment journey. This is the ultimate guide for beginner investing in Canada and a must-listen for anyone studying for the Canadian Securities Course (CSC).
[02:35] The Portfolio Approach: Why your portfolio's total risk is less than the sum of its parts.
[04:10] Step 1: Investment Objectives & Constraints: How to define your goals (Safety, Income, or Growth) and personal investment rules.
[08:50] Step 2: The Investment Policy Statement (IPS): What this critical "blueprint" document is and why you need one.
[11:15] Step 3: Mastering Your Asset Mix: The single most important decision you'll make, balancing cash, fixed income, and equities.
[14:00] Strategic vs. Tactical Asset Allocation: The difference between your long-term plan and short-term market opportunities.
[18:20] The Final Steps: How professionals select securities, monitor the market, evaluate performance (including the Sharpe Ratio), and strategically rebalance.
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