Episodes
Balancing the needs for innovation and personal touch is key in modern transaction banking. Kathryn Lamothe, Managing Director & Global Head of Trade Solutions, Product, Strategy and Risk, Global Transaction Banking, TD Securities and Elizabeth St-Onge, Managing Director, Head of Product Management, Global Transaction Banking, TD Securities sit down with host Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities to provide an in-depth look at...
Published 09/24/24
Join Larry Wieseneck, Vice Chair and Head of Corporate and Investment Banking, TD Securities, and Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, for a deep dive into the evolving world of investment banking. In this episode, we explore the role of capital in determining market positions, navigating the dichotomy of disruptors versus those at risk of disruption, and the unexpected appeal of traditional sectors in the tech-driven economy. Listen...
Published 08/28/24
Explore the growth and achievements of the biotech industry over the years as Yaron Werber, Managing Director, Equity Research, TD Cowen, speaks with host Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities. Together, they look ahead to the impact AI could have on healthcare, M&A activity, and the unique characteristics of leading markets in the U.S., Europe, China, and Japan. For deeper insights with guests from leading biotechnology...
Published 07/23/24
To commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Cowen acquisition, Riaz Ahmed, President and CEO, TD Securities, and Jeff Solomon, President, TD Cowen and Vice Chair, TD Securities, return to Viewpoint with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, exploring the integration and ongoing growth potential for clients and colleagues. From fostering a culture of collaboration to enhancing global capabilities, Riaz and Jeff share their...
Published 06/25/24
Explore the critical balance between energy demand and emissions reductions. Alec Clark, Head of Global Energy, Investment Banking, TD Securities, sits down with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, to discuss how companies are embracing innovation to drive growth and sustainability in the sector and the implications for investors and industry stakeholders. This podcast was recorded on May 29, 2024.
Published 06/11/24
Join the conversation as Vince Valentini, Managing Director, Equity Research, TD Cowen, and Greg Williams, Director, Equity Research, TD Cowen, together with host Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, explore the evolving North American communications industry landscape. From market maturation to emerging technologies like AI and 5G, they analyze key themes impacting cable, satellite and telco sectors, offering valuable insights for...
Published 05/14/24
Uncover the strategies that have elevated a career and influenced our business today. In this episode, we celebrate International Women's Day, as Lisa Casey, Managing Director and Global Head of Business Management & One TD Partnership Initiatives, TD Securities, discusses her 16-year journey in finance with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities. Lisa reveals her passion for math and science, expressing her attraction to...
Published 03/07/24
While commodity prices remain strong, the combination of high interest rates and relatively low investor interest in certain commodities may be limiting access to capital. Michael Faralla, Managing Director and Head of Global Mining, Investment Banking, TD Securities, and Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, examine the unique ecosystem Canada has carved out in fostering capital formation, M&A activity across the industry, and...
Published 02/13/24
Following a difficult year for financial institutions, what might be in store for 2024? Geoff Bertram and Jim Spencer, Managing Directors and Co-Heads, Global Financial Institutions, Investment Banking, TD Securities, discuss with host Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, what commonly happens following a crisis year, when M&As might accelerate and how banks focusing on balance sheet optimization can more soundly weather an...
Published 01/16/24
Amy West, Managing Director and Global Head of ESG Solutions, TD Securities asks John Miller, Managing Director, ESG and Sustainability Policy, TD Cowen Washington Research Group and Carl Elia, Vice President and Director, Global Infrastructure Investments, TD Asset Management why 'ESG' is such a polarizing term. Parties on both sides of the political spectrum in Canada and the U.S. benefit from carbon capture and other sustainability initiatives. Listen in as we examine what could be driving...
Published 11/16/23
Listen as Sam Damiani, Director, Equity Research, TD Cowen, speaks with Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, as they break down multiple REIT sectors. Sam discusses the unique characteristics when investing in REITs, how the sector is navigating economic impacts and the supply versus demand for space. This podcast was recorded on September 21, 2023. For relevant disclosures, visit:...
Published 10/11/23
Will AI shape the future of financial institutions? Listen as guests Akhil Lamba, Executive Managing Director and Head of Global Transaction Banking, TD Securities, and Dan Bosman, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, TD Securities and Treasury & Balance Sheet Management (TBSM), speak with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, about the evolving trends, such as predictive and generative AI, blockchain, and...
Published 09/13/23
As automation becomes more prevalent, how has the fixed income market evolved? Listen as Martin Mannion and Matt Schrager, Managing Directors and Co-Heads, TD Securities Automated Trading and Jason Wen, Managing Director, US IG Credit Trading, TD Securities, speak with host, Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, as they look at the rise and benefits of electronic trading, accelerated trends in the credit space and why a hybrid model...
Published 08/15/23
Listen as Andrew Green, Managing Director and Head of Base Metals, TD Securities sits down with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, to discuss how the team saw an opportunity for growth and blazed a path to become the industry's leading Base Metals House for over three consecutive years. As the world gears up for net zero, discover why the sector plays a critical role in enabling energy transition. This podcast was...
Published 07/12/23
How has the alternative asset management space evolved in North America? Steve Banquier, Managing Director and Head of Prime Brokerage, TD Securities and David Santina, Managing Director, Equities Division and Head of U.S. Prime Services, TD Securities, share their views with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities as they offer a glimpse into the world of Prime Brokerage, and the value of offering best-in-class services to...
Published 06/15/23
In this latest episode, Linda Ezergailis, Managing Director, Equity Research, TD Cowen, a division of TD Securities, provides a deep dive into the Power and Utilities sector with host Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, discussing how companies are prepared to navigate today's uncertain economic climate, operate effectively under policies and regulations, and introduce new technologies that support a lower carbon future. This...
Published 05/15/23
In this episode, Riaz Ahmed, President and CEO, TD Securities and Jeff Solomon, President, TD Cowen and Vice Chair, TD Securities, sit down with host, Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, to discuss the recent Cowen acquisition, aligning our cultures, growth opportunities, and the product suite that makes us a leading North American investment bank with a global reach. This podcast was recorded on April 3, 2023. For relevant...
Published 04/06/23
In recognition of International Women's Day, Sharon Kim, Executive Managing Director and Region Head of Europe, TD Securities sits down with host, Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, to discuss her journey as a trailblazer in capital markets and advice for the next generation. Sharon also touches on the current economic honeymoon in Europe, future opportunities in the region along with the ESG and digital revolution. This...
Published 03/07/23
Controlling your own destiny continues to be critical for venture capitalists. Listen as Damien Steel, Managing Partner, and Global Head of Ventures, OMERS Ventures, sits down with Jeremy Walker, Deputy Chair and Global Head of CMT, Investment Banking, TD Securities, to share insights as we see a reset from the euphoria, highlighting the radical shifts in the tech landscape, characteristics for success in today's market, and how ChatGPT may disrupt the industry going forward. This podcast...
Published 02/14/23
2023 may prove to be a rigorous year for the Financial Services sector. On the latest episode of Viewpoint, listen as Geoff Bertram, Managing Director and Head of Financial Institutions Group, Investment Banking, TD Securities and host Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Head of Canada Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, delve into key themes in the 2023 Financial Services sector, including the increasing value of advice and distribution, the impacts of rising interest rates, and...
Published 01/17/23
Voluntary carbon markets are quickly becoming an integral part of net-zero strategies. With over 15 years in the sector, Andrew Hall, Managing Director, Carbon Markets Advisory, ESG Solutions, TD Securities, understands why. Listen as he and host Amy West, Managing Director and Global Head of ESG Solutions, TD Securities, explore the evolution of the carbon markets, the common misconceptions, and why TD's unique involvement in a recent conservation project could change the way banks play a...
Published 11/08/22
Listen as our leaders in global transaction banking and technology, Akhil Lamba, Executive Managing Director and Head of Global Transaction Banking, TD Securities and Dan Bosman, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, TD Securities and Treasury & Balance Sheet Management (TBSM) discuss how developments in the metaverse, artificial intelligence (AI), digital currency, and Web 3.0 are moving towards an open universe of customizing and adapting to client-focused...
Published 10/12/22
Amy Van Arnhem, Managing Director and Senior Relationship Management, TD Securities, talks with Mario Mendonca, Managing Director and Senior Financial Services Analyst, TD Securities, Canada's leading analyst on financial institutions, about the movement in interest rates, what they mean for Canadian banks' future earning power, impact on the housing market and consumers. Mortgages have been an important driver of bank ROEs. With low mortgage losses and strong growth for a long period, will...
Published 09/14/22
In this episode, we tackle what is arguably the greatest financial services innovation of the past 30 years. Join Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, and Andres Rincon, Director, Head of ETF Sales & Strategy, TD Securities, as they discuss the ETF industry as we know it. Listen in to learn about the key drivers impacting ETF growth, unique events that have battle-tested the ETF structure, and whether the ETF market in Canada is...
Published 08/11/22