Avery Shenfeld

Avery Shenfeld, Chief Economist at CIBC, shares his insights on the volatile economic landscape shaped by unpredictable trade policies. He discusses the challenges economists face forecasting in today's market, emphasizing how fluctuating tariffs impact Canadian exports and labor. The conversation highlights concerns about the automotive supply chain and the limitations of rapid manufacturing changes. Shenfeld also addresses inflation dynamics and the cautious role of the Bank of Canada amid these economic uncertainties.