BMO Smarter Investing

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52 - Can the U.S. Economy Outperform Again in 2026?

Amid a turbulent year of tariffs, AI-related spending, and a government shutdown, the resilience of the U.S. economy has surprised many. However, rising unemployment and stubborn inflation may be ominous signs for the new year. BMO's U.S. Chief Economist Scott Anderson joins Seni ... Show more

. 22min 19sec

51 - Will Tariffs and Trade Talks Derail an Improving North American Economic Outlook?

Amid rising trade tensions and the upcoming USMCA renegotiation, what’s next for the U.S. and Canadian economies? BMO Chief Economist Douglas Porter and Directors/Senior Economists Aaron Goertzen and Sal Guatieri explore potential scenarios for US-Canada trade relations, their ec ... Show more

. 20min 22sec

50 - Special Edition: Simplify Your Portfolio with Asset Allocation ETFs

For this BMO Special Edition, join BMO Global Asset Management’s Erin Allen, Director of Online Distribution and Kevin Prins, Managing Director, Head of ETFs and Digital Distribution, as they delve into the transformative world of asset allocation ETFs. Discover their growth, ben ... Show more

. 15min 48sec

49 - Can Canadian Households Hold Down the Fort?

With the ongoing trade war and slow recovery in housing, Canada's economy will need to rely on households to stand strong and defend the economy against the risk of recession. Join BMO Senior Economist Sal Guatieri as he discusses whether households are up for the challenge. Visi ... Show more

. 6min 49sec

48 - Is the Trade War Nearing an End Game?

President Trump's trade war continues to create uncertainty for global markets and business leaders. Chief Economist Douglas Porter and Senior Economist Sal Guatieri discuss the potential economic implications for Canada and the U.S., along with likely support from expansionary m ... Show more

. 19min 51sec