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With a few months to go in 2025, Ernie Tedeschi, Director of Economics at Yale University’s Budget Lab and former Chief Economist at the White House Council of Economic Advisors, joins a panel of BMO experts to discuss what’s in store for the economy.

Today's conversation comes from a September 18th episode of the BMO Equity Research Metal Matters podcast. Featuring Helen Amos, Commodities analyst at BMO Capital Markets, Metal Matters discusses the hot topics in Global Metals & Mining each week. In this episode, Helen discusses copper back to $10k, iron ore’s resilience, macro shifts, Chinese stockpiling, and the case for a new mining upcycle.

Welcome to Journeys to Growing the Good, a new series on Markets Plus that features intimate and inspiring conversations with visionary leaders who Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. In this debut episode, host Issam Majeed, Managing Director of Diversified BMO Corporate Finance, sits down with Tony Chahine, Founder and CEO of Myant, a global pioneer in advanced materials, textile computing, and connected health solutions. From breakthrough innovations to leadership insights, Issam and Tony explore how technology, purpose, and bold thinking can come together to grow the good in both business and life. 

While AI often sparks conversations about algorithms, this episode dives into the cultural and organizational shifts that can define success. Host Dr. Laurence B. Mussio, FRHistS, Special Advisor to the Office of the CEO at BMO Financial Group, sits down with Dr. Andrew McAfee, Principal Research Scientist at MIT and co-founder of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy. 

For entrepreneurs and executives, understanding the importance of corporate governance and the potential impacts of artificial intelligence is crucial. Eduardo Tobón, BMO’s Latino Segment Head at BMO, moderated a discussion with Julieta LaMalfa of Canela Media (No. 289) and Ricardo Mendez-Acevedo of KUA (No. 79) to discuss their perspectives.

The podcast dives into the U.S. rates market, examining trading ranges influenced by economic shifts and data releases. Insights on market sentiment before Powell's Jackson Hole speech reveal apprehensions amid rising jobless claims. Political pressures and a DOJ investigation shape perceptions of the Federal Reserve's strategy. The spotlight turns to inflation-protected securities as interest in treasury auctions rises, while discussions emphasize how stock market changes won't sway Fed policies. Key upcoming indicators are anticipated as September looms.

In this episode from Beyond The Portoflio, host Mike Miranda sits down with Doug Porter, Chief Economist at BMO, to examine whether stagflation, the dangerous combination of high inflation and stagnant growth that plagued the 1970s, could be making a comeback. With growth showing signs of slowing while inflation remains above the Fed's target, they analyze current economic data to determine if we're headed for a soft landing, a more pronounced slowdown, or something more stagflation-like. The conversation explores the Fed's policy dilemma between fighting inflation and supporting growth, potential economic surprises that could derail base case forecasts, and what this all means for investors navigating an increasingly complex economic landscape.

The lack of affordable housing isn't just a statistic in Canada. It's a reality that affects millions of people across the country. In this episode of Markets Plus, Kate Low, Regional Vice President, Real Estate Quebec, BMO moderates a discussion with a panel of industry experts on the causes and consequences of this challenge, as well as ways to address it. Joining in the conversation are Heela Omarkhail, Vice President, Social Impact, The Daniels Corporation; Dave Wilkes, President and CEO, Building Industry and Land Development Association; and Michael Owen, Senior Partner, Mondev.

In the newest episode of the Latino Leaders Index500 series, Alan Tannenbaum, CEO and Group Head of BMO Capital Markets, discusses career growth and empowering Latino businesses with Daniel Alegre, CEO of TelevisaUnivision, the world’s leading Spanish-language media and content company.

Scott Brison, Vice-Chair, BMO Wealth Management, sat down with Patrick Decostre, President and CEO, Boralex, to discuss the headwinds that renewable energy companies face.