What you need to know about investing your money in 2024

Trying to make sense of the current investment landscape? Worried about inflation eating away at your savings? Want to create a predictable income stream for your future? This episode is for YOU, the Canadian investor seeking smart strategies to build wealth.

In this episode of the Smart Advice Podcast, we are joined by David Scandiffio who is the President and CEO of CIBC Asset Management. David discusses the importance of diversification, asset allocation strategies for different life stages, and opportunities for growth, like private investments. David also shares an optimistic vision for the evolution of investing tools and technologies to better serve investors of the future.

Whether you're just starting your investing journey or looking to protect the wealth you've accumulated, this interview provides practical tips that anyone can apply to help meet their financial goals. By listening to this full interview, you'll learn strategies to help you invest with confidence no matter what challenges the markets may bring. 

If you want actionable advice on growing your money throughout every phase of your life, tune into the full episode.

Resources

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• CIBC Asset Management
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Episode Highlights

[03:16] Cracking the Code in 2024: Alpha Generation & Risk Management Strategies

• David discusses the importance of adding alpha for clients, highlighting CIBC Asset Management's focus on investment alpha.
• CIBC Asset Management's team of 90 investment professionals manages approximately $200B in assets.
• David emphasizes the importance of alpha in investment management, defining it as value added beyond benchmark performance.
• He highlights how the company adds value through consulting services, managed solutions, and balanced investment strategies.

[06:43] Investing challenges and strategies for long-term success

• David Scandiffio, CEO of CIBC Asset Management, discusses the importance of diversification and starting to save and invest early.
• Macro environment challenges include rising interest rates and inflation, impacting bond holders and mortgage payments.
• David highlights the challenges of investing in a world with high debt levels and geopolitical uncertainty.
• He advises investors to focus on long-term diversified strategies and avoid short-term distractions.

[11:11] How to navigate investment in a changing interest rate environment

• David and Carissa discuss inflation and rate environment, emphasizing diversification and market timing.
• They dive deep into the inflation and interest rate trends, emphasizing the importance of asset allocation.

[14:38] Private investment opportunities for individuals

• Investors can consider ETFs, bonds, and alternatives like private markets and liquid alternatives for diversification.
• Professional portfolio managers can use ETFs for trading and deleveraging advantages, and direct investors can access them through standalone direct investments or managed solutions.
• David discusses private markets and investment opportunities outside of public markets, including private equity, real estate, and credit.
• Advantages of private investments include flexibility and diversification, with examples of large pension funds investing in infrastructure projects and private credit funds lending to companies.
• David also mentions pension plans have up to 50% of their plans invested in private markets, while