

Eyes on the Economy
CIBC
A podcast series focused on examining the key drivers of the Canadian and US economies, including the global macroeconomic influences that impact them.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 19min
Navigating Uncertainty: Inflation, Interest Rates, and Growth Challenges in Canada
Avery Shenfeld, Chief Economist at CIBC, and Lawrence Schembri, former Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada, discuss the outlook of the Canadian economy and challenges in measuring inflation, US monetary policy, and Fed independence. They also explore recent trends in economic growth and Indigenous participation in major projects. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Sep 17, 2025 • 11min
Unlocking the Housing Puzzle: Immigration, Rentals, and the Affordability Crisis
Benjamin Tal, CIBC's Deputy Chief Economist, and Katherine Judge, CIBC Senior Economist, discuss the evolving landscape of Canadian immigration policy, its impact on the housing market, and the critical role of purpose-built rentals in addressing affordability. Drawing on recent research and government initiatives, they explore how shifts in immigration trends are shaping economic productivity, the regional variations in housing market performance and how government initiatives are shaping both immediate and future responses to Canada’s affordability crisis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Aug 19, 2025 • 11min
The economic impact of US immigration policy
Avery Shenfeld, CIBC’s Chief Economist, and Ali Jaffery, CIBC Senior Economist, discuss their recent report on US immigration policy and what this means for population growth, GDP, and fiscal policy, as well as implications for the Fed.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 11min
The need for rate cuts in Canada and the US, and if so, when?
Avery Shenfeld, CIBC's Chief Economist, and Katherine Judge, CIBC Senior Economist, discuss the complexities of interest rate policies and their impact on the Canadian labor market and the economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Jun 10, 2025 • 16min
Where are the US and Canadian economies headed?
Ali Jaffery, a senior economist at CIBC, shares his insights into the economic trajectories of the U.S. and Canada. He discusses the implications of recent employment data and the uncertainty created by trade tariffs. The conversation delves into potential recession risks and how the Federal Reserve might adjust interest rates. Jaffery highlights the challenges of growth and productivity caused by tariffs, emphasizing the need for innovation to navigate the evolving economic landscape.

May 28, 2025 • 11min
A discussion on defence spending in Canada
Benjamin Tal, CIBC’s Deputy Chief Economist, and Katherine Judge, CIBC Senior Economist, provide insight into the trajectory of defence spending in Canada and the potential boost to economic activity associated with it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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May 12, 2025 • 20min
A conversation with Paul Krugman
Avery Shenfeld sits down with Paul Krugman, a Nobel Prize-winning economist renowned for his insights in macroeconomics. They dive into the intricate U.S. budget process and its impact on social safety programs. Krugman discusses the complexities of recent trade agreements, especially with the UK, and the challenges Canada faces in its negotiations with the U.S. Additionally, they analyze how tariffs influence inflation and investment uncertainty, alongside the political dynamics shaping bond market volatility. Expect sharp commentary and thought-provoking economic trends!

Apr 29, 2025 • 12min
Would bringing all the factory jobs back be a winner for the US?
Avery Shenfeld, CIBC’s Chief Economist, and Andrew Grantham, CIBC Senior Economist, look at why a tariff-driven, broad rebound in the factory share of US employment might not be a worthy policy goal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Apr 2, 2025 • 9min
Why time is not on Trump’s side
Benjamin Tal, CIBC’s Deputy Chief Economist, joins Katherine Judge, CIBC Senior Economist, to discuss the deteriorating US economic backdrop, the trade landscape, and implications for the Fed and the Bank of Canada. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Mar 18, 2025 • 12min
Assessing the gains from removing interprovincial barriers
Avery Shenfeld, CIBC’s Chief Economist, and Ali Jaffery, CIBC Senior Economist, discuss their recent report on reducing Canadian internal trade barriers, and explain their skepticism on the size of benefits to the economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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