1. WHAT IS UP
WITH THE
STOCK MARKET
Presenter Name:
Paul Young CPA
CGA
Date: May 7, 2023

2. PAUL YOUNG - BIO
Contact information email: paul.young_cga@outlook.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-young-055632b/
CPA, CGA
(1996)
Academia (PF1,
FA4, FN2, MU1.
and MS2)
SME –
Customer
Success
Management
SME – Risk
Management
SME – Close,
Consolidate and
Reporting
SME – Public
Policy
SME –
Emerging
Technology
SME – Business
Process Change
SME – Financial
Solutions
SME –
Macro/Micro
Indicators
SME – Supply
Chain
Management
SME – Data, AI,
Security, and
Platform
SME – Internal
Controls and
Auditing
SME –
Sustainability
and ESG
Reporting

3. AGENDA
• Commodities (Key)
• TSX – Canada
• United States Market
• Audit
• Corporate Reporting
• Automation
• Threats of geopolitical risks and events
• Canada and USA scorecards
• New Zealand and Australia
• Asia
• Middle East and Africa
• South America
• Key Blogs
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4. COMMODITIES
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5. CANADA AND STOCK MARKET
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6. UNITED STATES – STOCK MARKET
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7. OECD AND INFLATION

8. CANADA KPIS

9. CANADA KPIS

10. CANADA KPIS

11. USA KPIS

12. OECD AND GDP GROWTH

13. STOCK MARKET /
WORLD
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Markets - October
2021.pdf

14. AUDIT
Blog – A new eye on audit quality using Data and AI - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/blog-new-eye-
audit-quality-using-data-ai-paul-young/?published=t
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15. CORPORATE REPORTING CHALLENGES
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Here is my work on close, consolidate, and reporting -
https://ibm.box.com/s/i7efp948qvb5l8bt96y8sigsup8yes2u
Here is my work on ESG - https://ibm.box.com/s/vmyitcackqevvm1hcxv7wke6gudrpnce

16. CRISIS AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
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How Data and AI can help better safeguard assets through better
Emergency and Crisis Management Planning and Reporting
Emergency and Crisis Management planning and reporting are
growing important as both public and private sectors look at
better ways to safeguard their assets. This presentation discusses
how organizations can embrace Industry 4.0, monitoring, Data,
and AI as part of defining their policies and procedures when it
comes to business continuity and disaster planning and
reporting.
My video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyMy6Fnsbcw
My presentation:
https://ibm.box.com/s/oi8wxfsbwea7xfiiy076ki7qrafirobr

17. AUTOMATION /
BUSINESSES
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Here is my latest look at automation including the use of robots and Robotic Process Automation
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/automation-robots-and-machine-learning
Blog – How to ensure structural integrity of buildings using better risk management -
https://ibm.box.com/s/rsp6p9tez8uru9fo0wu5d13bxt7rtrr0
Blog - Cobots lead the future of the global industrial robotics market - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/blog-cobots-
lead-future-global-industrial-robotics-market-young/?published=t
Blog - Almost all workers will be required to learn new digital skills in the next decade -
By the time we hit 2030, almost all workers in the UK (90 percent) will be required to learn new digital skills to do their
jobs, a new report from CRM provider Salesforce and analyst firm IDC argues.
Blog – How to Reform STEM – Education and Training - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-reform-stem-education-
training-paul-young/?published=t
How to improve job quality - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/how-best-to-improve-job-quality-for-canadians

18. ESG REPORTING
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Blog - Materiality Question Dogs SEC’s ESG Disclosure Project -
“When it comes to disclosure, investors have told us what they want,” Gensler tweeted in early August. “It’s now time for the
commission to take the baton.”
However, it would be practically impossible for the SEC to require all the above-listed information in one expansive rule. In
addition, though it might please climate change activists, it would alienate issuers and bring heaps of scorn from the business
lobby. More importantly, though, it could violate a bedrock principle of SEC disclosure mandates: materiality.
Disclosures are material when they are reasonably likely to impact a company’s financial condition or operating performance.
Therefore, they are the most important to investors, to use the definition of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board.
https://www.cfo.com/regulation/2021/08/materiality-question-dogs-secs-esg-disclosure-project/
Here is my work - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/introductory-to-esg-and-sustainability-reportingpptx

19. ESG REPORTING
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Blog – Sustainability and ESG Reporting – How best to Manage the Supply Chain to Achieve Net Zero - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-
055632b_4-steps-supply-chain-leaders-can-take-now-activity-7038135133589176320-_CHz?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Supply chain is critical aspect of day to day lives. The supply chain itself has many variables as part of taking the goods out of the ground and then getting
the finished product to market.
Here are key challenges that is facing the supply chain management as part of moving to net zero
1.Map your supply chain
2.Identified strategic suppliers
3.Build collaboration between suppliers and business partners partners
4.Align KPIS to a sustainability set
https://www.gep.com/blog/strategy/net-zero-emissions-supply-chain-sustainability
https://www.edie.net/nine-top-tips-for-making-your-supply-chains-more-sustainable-and-resilient/
Additional Links:
Blog - Sustainability and ESG Reporting - Developing key Policies related to Waste and Pollution - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-
055632b_waste-management-critical-for-businesses-activity-7038127159349039104-
66VS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

20. ESG
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Blog – Sustainability and ESG Reporting – How best to be a leader in Resource Stewardship -
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_resource-stewardship-activity-7038124098052382720-
JjNS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Biodiversity - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_what-is-biodiversity-and-how-does-it-
affect-activity-7038115093066223617-CUHj?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
GRI
https://w ww.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_data-collection-for-gri-biodiversity-standard-activity-
7037785203137789952-4gxk?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Data Management - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/how-to-solve-data-management-isuses-for-
both-the-private-and-public-sectorspptx-257454162
ESG and Sustainability Reporting - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_survey-details-data-
officers-priorities-activity-7035607408462749696-_bXQ?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Supply chain - https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/supply-chain-and-analyticspptx

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I have done work on risk and compliance including discussing regulatory challenges like sustainability -
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/strengthen-internal-controls-and-compliance-through-data-and-ai-as-part-
of-the-regulatory-and-corporate-reporting-cyclepptx

22. GEOPOLITICAL RISKS
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Blog – How best to manage Geopolitical Events as part of Safeguarding Assets.
Geopolitical risks are nothing new for the public and private sectors as geopolitical risks have been around for
decades. AI and Data can be used as part of mitigating geopolitical risks for both the public and private sectors.
https://www.slideshare.net/paulyoungcga/how-to-mitigate-geopolitical-risks-as-part-of-safeguarding-your-assets
1. Troop withdrawal from Afghanistan
2. Water shortages
3. Political stability
4. Rise of Cybersecurity attacks
5. Mitigating against future pandemics
6. Rise of inflation
7. Supply chain disruption
8. Iran elections
9. Adjusting to the new normal
10.Ukraine invasion by Russia
11.Development of natural resources in a sustainable way

23. WORKING WITH WEATHER SERVICES AND
ANALYTICS
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Blog – Weather Services and Analytics integration with Data and AI
The role of weather data will continue to play a key role with private and public sector forecasting, budgeting, and
reporting cycles. This link discusses weather analytics and services as part of integrating those areas with Data and
AI as part of better managing climate change-related issues.
https://ibm.box.com/s/p9yzecfcp956l2d7jh25uflo3q8uof6j

24. AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
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A rather positive finish to what has been a tumultuous week with US earnings, an unexpected RBA rate hike, the resumption of the US
banking crisis and FOMC. The ASX 200 closed at best levels on Friday to finish the week down 1.2%. Markets remain in a volatile
state and trying to set a low after three heavy sessions. Let's see where next week takes us amid the ongoing US banking crisis and
debt ceiling debate, and the tail end of earnings season.
Economy
New loan commitments for housing rose 4.9% month-on-month in March to $24.0bn, according to the ABS.
Follows a 1% fall in February
Marks the first month-on-month increase since January 2022 but still down 26.3% compared to a year ago
New loan commitments for owner-occupier housing rose 5.5% to $16bn but down 24.8% compared to a year ago
Number of new-occupier first home buyer loan commitments rose 15.8% in March after reaching a five-year low in February
China’s services PMI eased to 56.4 in March from 57.8 in March.
Marks the fourth consecutive month above 50
China’s post-Covid recovery has been uneven with strong activity in services and a contraction in manufacturing
China’s inbound and outbound passengers reached 6.3 million during the May Day holiday, up 220% year-on-year and 59.2% above
2019 levels

25. GDP PER CAPITA
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26. CHINA GDP
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27. AUSTRALIA GDP
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WestpacCoasttoCoas
t2021December.pdf

28. LATEST FORECAST
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29. MIDDLE EAST AND
AFRICA
Source - https://www.mappr.co/thematic-maps/richest-arab-
countries/
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30. EMEA
GROWTH
• Source -
https://www.reuters.com/world/eu
rope/euro-zone-rebounds-
strongly-inflation-above-ecb-
target-2021-07-30/
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31. SOUTH AMERICA
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Latin America’s economies held up well last year despite the shocks from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
and global interest rate hikes. In 2022, the region’s economy expanded by nearly 4 percent,
employment recovered strongly, and the service sector rebounded from the damage caused by the
pandemic.
Inflationary pressures are receding in many countries due to the early and determined efforts of central
banks as well as lower global prices of food and energy. However, core inflation (that is, excluding food
and energy), remains high at around 8 percent in Brazil, Mexico, and Chile (and somewhat higher in
Colombia but lower in Peru).

32. 1. Blog - Data Breaches Cost Companies $4.24M Per Incident On Average https://www.cfo.com/cyber-security-technology/2021/07/data-breaches-cost-companies-4-24m-per-incident-on-
average/ I have done many blogs on data privacy, protection, security, and data governance: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_what-is-data-fabric-activity-
6826126720932941824-08Zb
2. SEC may require climate risk disclosures in expanded 10-Ks: Gensler -
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:ugcPost:6826481598666567681?updateEntityUrn=urn%3Ali%3Afs_feedUpdate%3A%28*%2Curn%3Ali%3AugcPost%3A682648159866656
7681%29
3. Blog – What is new for regulatory reporting and the accounting standards - https://ibm.box.com/s/x973uioy6ozwkzw7yvqaa07wdldp8gld
4. Blog – Insurance and Climate Change - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_how-do-you-insure-yourself-against-climate-activity-6823919255478792192-Zq7f
5. Blog - Top 8 Supply Chain Technology Trends for 2021 - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_top-8-supply-chain-technology-trends-for-activity-
6826091811476516864-dvAx
1. Hyperautomation
2. Digital Supply Chain Twin (DSCT)
3. Immersive Experience and Applications
4. Edge Ecosystems
5. Supply Chain Security
6. Environmental Social Governance (ESG)
7. Embedded AI and Analytics
8. Augmented Data Intelligence
6. Blog - Cyber Attackers Could Weaponize Operational Tech to Harm Humans - Companies can reduce risk by implementing a security control framework.
https://www.mhlnews.com/global-supply-chain/article/21170603/cyber-attackers-could-weaponize-operational-tech-to-harm-
humans?utm_source=IY+IW+QM+News&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=CPS210723103&o_eid=7930I4506489J2B&rdx.ident=%5Bobject+Object%5D&oly_enc_id=7930I45064
89J2B
1. Blog - Improving cybersecurity means understanding how cyberattacks affect both governments and civilians - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/blog-improving-cybersecurity-
means-understanding-how-paul-young/?published=t
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33. SUMMARY
• Summary
• Concerns over housing debt and affordable
housing are driving down markets
• Access to critical metals has become a
growing concerns for countries trying to shift to
cleaner economic policies
• Lack of focus on systemic issues with inflation
• Supply chain disruptions continue to plague
global supply chains
• High inflation is challenge for global central
banks
• Threat of recession continues to rise each
week
• Bear market could lead to issues with pension
solvency
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Blog – Stock Market Analysis for the weekending May 5, 2023
Summary:
Overall, markets have moved higher this year, with the Canadian TSX up over 5%, S&P 500 up
over 7% and the technology-heavy Nasdaq higher by over 15%, but the rally thus far may be
fragile. The equity leadership in the market is narrow, with quality growth and defensive sectors
leading the way. Parts of the market that are more sensitive to economic growth seem to be
lagging, including cyclical sectors like energy and financials, and small-cap stocks, which tend to
underperform in a slowing economy. Canadian and U.S. government bond yields have also
moved lower since their recent peaks in early March, perhaps as investors seek safe-haven assets
and as growth concerns rise.
After a nice start to the year, markets are now facing the impact of the Fed's and Bank of
Canada's rapid rate-hiking cycles: a tightening banking sector and a potentially slowing
economy. We would expect market volatility to continue in the weeks ahead, especially if the
economy heads into an economic downturn or the banking system requires more intervention.
However, we believe that last year's 25% fall in the S&P 500 captured some of the mild
recession that may lie ahead.
It is important to remember that the market cycle and economic cycle are distinct, as markets
tend to be forward-looking. Thus, as the economy heads towards its bottom, financial markets
may start looking to a period of recovery ahead. After an extended bear-market period over the
past 16 months, we believe opportunities could form in the both the equity and bond markets as
the economy recovers especially given that, historically, these periods can offer outsized returns
in the years ahead.
Source - https://www.edwardjones.ca/ca-en/market-news-insights/stock-market-news/stock-market-
weekly-update
Key links:
Lithium and critical metals - https://www.livewiremarkets.com/wires/the-critical-minerals-arms-race
PMI - https://www.shippingandfreightresource.com/the-importance-of-supply-chain-stakeholder-
relationship-in-achieving-real-time-visibility/