In this episode equity analyst Dominic Drzazga discusses the current state of Canadian small caps, highlighting how geopolitical volatility creates both challenges and opportunities. The conversation covers recent portfolio additions including Sprott's precious metals trust and Kraken's underwater robotics technology, while reflecting on the bittersweet exit of long-time holding Andlauer. Dom also shares insights into how the research team is utilizing AI tools within their process.

Paul Moroz returns to The Art of Boring podcast after three years, discussing his reappointment as lead manager of Mawer's global equity strategy—a role he previously held from 2009 to 2021. Paul addresses the recent organizational decision to bring him back to the strategy, outlines his strategic approach to portfolio repositioning, and reflects on how the investment landscape has evolved over the past five years. He emphasizes increased diversification, better alignment with other Mawer strategies, and a more balanced approach to market exposure. 

In recent years, Indigenous communities across Canada—including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit—have become more active in the capital markets, financing ownership stakes in assets and acting as intermediaries. This trend marks a significant step towards economic reconciliation, with Indigenous-led partnerships becoming equity owners of pipelines, power projects, and more. Several landmark transactions since 2020 highlight the growing role of Indigenous groups in Canada’s bond market and illustrate how Indigenous consortiums are using bond financing to acquire asset ownership. These financings span pipelines, energy infrastructure, and other asset classes, and often involve multi-community partnerships.