Episodios

  • Middle East Conflict: Economic and Market Ripple Effects 
    Apr 2 2026
    As part of a continuing effort to help clients navigate geopolitical risks, BMO hosted a digital event on April 1st to explore the short, medium, and long-term implications for North American economies, and how the conflict is altering risk dynamics across asset classes.
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    28 m
  • Private Credit: How Worried Should We Actually Be?
    Mar 30 2026
    Henray Cohen, Head of Investments, BMO Wealth Management U.S., is joined by Carol Schleif, Chief Market Strategist at BMO Private Wealth to discuss the stormy discourse around the private credit market. Their conversation addresses the question on every investor's mind: How worried should we actually be about private credit? Carol brings her expertise to bear on what's really driving the headlines, what the risks look like up close, and what investors already participating in private credit investing should be thinking about right now.
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    21 m
  • Estate Planning for Women: From Awareness to Action
    Mar 17 2026
    Pratik Patel, BMO's U.S. Head of Planning, is joined by Leila Francis, National Head of Fiduciary Advisory Services at BMO, for a practical conversation on why estate planning matters so much for women. As women live longer and increasingly become the recipients of inherited wealth, Pratik and Leila discuss the foundational documents every woman should have in place, what can happen when no plan exists, and how thoughtful planning can protect children, spouses, and family dynamics. They also highlight common pitfalls, like account titling and beneficiary designations, that can unintentionally override even well-designed plans. The conversation closes with clear, actionable takeaways to help women move from awareness to action and plan with confidence.
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    13 m
  • Assessing the Market Impact of the Middle East Crisis
    Mar 4 2026
    Host Mike Miranda, President, BMO Family Office and Head of Investments, BMO Private Wealth, is joined by  Brent Joyce, Chief Investment Strategist at BMO Private Wealth, Carol Schief, Chief Market Strategist at BMO Private Wealth and Dan Phillips, Chief Investment Officer at BMO Wealth Management, U.S. They discuss the rapidly escalating conflict in the Middle East, its impact on the global economy, and what investors should be watching across macro conditions, energy markets, and portfolio positioning.This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide specific financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice and should not be relied upon in that regard. Individual circumstances and current events are critical factors in determining the best strategies to execute. All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants only as of the date of the recording, they do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company and may change as economic and market conditions dictate. The participants and Bank of Montreal and its affiliates and/or their respective officers, directors or employees may maintain positions in any securities referenced in the presentation. The information presented does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security or other product to anyone by anyone, including in any jurisdiction in which an offer or solicitation is not authorized or cannot be legally made or to any person to whom it is unlawful to make an offer of solicitation. Any products or services mentioned are made available only in accordance with local law (including applicable securities laws) and only where they may be lawfully offered for sale.] BMO Private Wealth does not accept responsibility for the content of this presentation and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the content and disclaim responsibility for any errors or omissions or for any loss or damage suffered arising from any use of or reliance on the presentation. If investment advice or other assistance is needed, the services of a qualified professional should be obtained to consider your own circumstances before making any investment decisions. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates, in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. In the United States, BMO Private Wealth is represented by “BMO Wealth Management”, a brand name that refers to BMO Bank N.A. and certain of its affiliates that provide certain investment, investment advisory, trust, banking, and securities products and services. “BMO” is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.
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    23 m
  • Federal Reserve Leadership: The Kevin Warsh Nomination and Policy Implications
    Feb 12 2026
    Host Mike Miranda, President, BMO Family Office and Head of Investments, BMO Private Wealth, invited Henray Cohen, Head of Investments, BMO Wealth Management U.S., to take the role of guest host on a panel discussion featuring Richard Belley, Fixed Income Strategist, BMO Private Wealth, and Dan Phillips, Chief Investment Officer, BMO Wealth Management, U.S. The panelists examine the Federal Reserve leadership transition, analyzing Kevin Warsh's nomination as Fed Chair, his monetary policy framework, and more. They also discuss comparisons to Powell and Greenspan’s leadership styles, and implications for interest rate trajectory, term premiums, and portfolio positioning amid evolving inflation dynamics and technological productivity gains. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide specific financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice and should not be relied upon in that regard. Individual circumstances and current events are critical factors in determining the best strategies to execute. All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants only as of the date of the recording, they do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company and may change as economic and market conditions dictate. The participants and Bank of Montreal and its affiliates and/or their respective officers, directors or employees may maintain positions in any securities referenced in the presentation. The information presented does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security or other product to anyone by anyone, including in any jurisdiction in which an offer or solicitation is not authorized or cannot be legally made or to any person to whom it is unlawful to make an offer of solicitation. Any products or services mentioned are made available only in accordance with local law (including applicable securities laws) and only where they may be lawfully offered for sale.] BMO Private Wealth does not accept responsibility for the content of this presentation and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the content and disclaim responsibility for any errors or omissions or for any loss or damage suffered arising from any use of or reliance on the presentation. If investment advice or other assistance is needed, the services of a qualified professional should be obtained to consider your own circumstances before making any investment decisions. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates, in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. In the United States, BMO Private Wealth is represented by “BMO Wealth Management”, a brand name that refers to BMO Bank N.A. and certain of its affiliates that provide certain investment, investment advisory, trust, banking, and securities products and services. “BMO” is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.
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    23 m
  • Recent Developments from Heckerling
    Feb 10 2026
    Host Mike Miranda, President, BMO Family Office and Head of Investments, BMO Private Wealth, invites Pratik Patel, Head of U.S. Wealth Planning for BMO Wealth Management, to take on the role of guest moderator in a conversation with Michelle Mieras, a wealth strategist on BMO's planning team supporting the Colorado and New Mexico markets. They discuss key takeaways from the 60th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning.This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide specific financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice and should not be relied upon in that regard. Individual circumstances and current events are critical factors in determining the best strategies to execute. All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants only as of the date of the recording, they do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company and may change as economic and market conditions dictate. The participants and Bank of Montreal and its affiliates and/or their respective officers, directors or employees may maintain positions in any securities referenced in the presentation. The information presented does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security or other product to anyone by anyone, including in any jurisdiction in which an offer or solicitation is not authorized or cannot be legally made or to any person to whom it is unlawful to make an offer of solicitation. Any products or services mentioned are made available only in accordance with local law (including applicable securities laws) and only where they may be lawfully offered for sale.] BMO Private Wealth does not accept responsibility for the content of this presentation and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the content and disclaim responsibility for any errors or omissions or for any loss or damage suffered arising from any use of or reliance on the presentation. If investment advice or other assistance is needed, the services of a qualified professional should be obtained to consider your own circumstances before making any investment decisions. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates, in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. In the United States, BMO Private Wealth is represented by “BMO Wealth Management”, a brand name that refers to BMO Bank N.A. and certain of its affiliates that provide certain investment, investment advisory, trust, banking, and securities products and services. “BMO” is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.
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    10 m
  • Capital Markets Assumptions and Themes – Outlook for 2026
    Jan 12 2026
    Host Mike Miranda, President, BMO Family Office and Head of Investments, BMO Private Wealth, sits down with Dan Phillips, Chief Investment Officer for BMO U.S. Wealth Management, and Carol Schleif, Chief Market Strategist at BMO Private Wealth, to examine capital markets in 2026, as part of the ongoing Outlook Series. So far in this series, we've covered: equities — how earnings, innovation, and valuations are shaping the stock market; fixed income — how rates, inflation, and credit are redefining portfolio construction; and private markets — how capital formation, exits, and liquidity are evolving. Today, we're stepping back from the individual asset classes and focusing on the big structural forces, the deep currents underneath markets that don't change in months or quarters, but over years and decades. These are the forces that drive where capital flows, where growth comes from, and where risk hides. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide specific financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice and should not be relied upon in that regard. Individual circumstances and current events are critical factors in determining the best strategies to execute. All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants only as of the date of the recording, they do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company and may change as economic and market conditions dictate. The participants and Bank of Montreal and its affiliates and/or their respective officers, directors or employees may maintain positions in any securities referenced in the presentation. The information presented does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security or other product to anyone by anyone, including in any jurisdiction in which an offer or solicitation is not authorized or cannot be legally made or to any person to whom it is unlawful to make an offer of solicitation. Any products or services mentioned are made available only in accordance with local law (including applicable securities laws) and only where they may be lawfully offered for sale.] BMO Private Wealth does not accept responsibility for the content of this presentation and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the content and disclaim responsibility for any errors or omissions or for any loss or damage suffered arising from any use of or reliance on the presentation. If investment advice or other assistance is needed, the services of a qualified professional should be obtained to consider your own circumstances before making any investment decisions. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates, in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. In the United States, BMO Private Wealth is represented by “BMO Wealth Management”, a brand name that refers to BMO Bank N.A. and certain of its affiliates that provide certain investment, investment advisory, trust, banking, and securities products and services. “BMO” is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.
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    35 m
  • Equity Market Outlook for 2026
    Dec 15 2025
    Host Mike Miranda, President, BMO Family Office and Head of Investments, BMO Private Wealth, sits down with Dan Phillips, Chief Investment Officer for BMO U.S. Wealth Management, Brent Joyce, Chief Investment Strategist at BMO Private Wealth, and Carol Schleif, Chief Market Strategist at BMO Private Wealth, to examine the outlook for equity markets in 2026, as part of the ongoing Outlook Series. The conversation explores where opportunities may emerge across sectors and geographies, how valuation and earnings dynamics are shaping the investment landscape, and key considerations for portfolio positioning as market leadership evolves. Together, Dan, Brent, and Carol provide strategic insights to help investors cut through market noise and focus on what matters most for equity portfolios in the year ahead. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide specific financial, investment, tax, legal, or accounting advice and should not be relied upon in that regard. Individual circumstances and current events are critical factors in determining the best strategies to execute. All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants only as of the date of the recording, they do not necessarily reflect the opinions of any organization or company and may change as economic and market conditions dictate. The participants and Bank of Montreal and its affiliates and/or their respective officers, directors or employees may maintain positions in any securities referenced in the presentation. The information presented does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security or other product to anyone by anyone, including in any jurisdiction in which an offer or solicitation is not authorized or cannot be legally made or to any person to whom it is unlawful to make an offer of solicitation. Any products or services mentioned are made available only in accordance with local law (including applicable securities laws) and only where they may be lawfully offered for sale.] BMO Private Wealth does not accept responsibility for the content of this presentation and makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the content and disclaim responsibility for any errors or omissions or for any loss or damage suffered arising from any use of or reliance on the presentation. If investment advice or other assistance is needed, the services of a qualified professional should be obtained to consider your own circumstances before making any investment decisions. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates, in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. In the United States, BMO Private Wealth is represented by “BMO Wealth Management”, a brand name that refers to BMO Bank N.A. and certain of its affiliates that provide certain investment, investment advisory, trust, banking, and securities products and services. “BMO” is a registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.
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    33 m