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As the global economy deals with the fallout from the U.S. trade war and Iran conflict, how well are China's economy, stock market, and housing market faring amidst it all? Join BMO Director and Senior Economist Art Woo and Sal Guatieri as they take a broad look at the outlook for China’s economy amid ongoing disinflation, a real estate slump, and U.S. tariffs, though support from a thriving AI-led technology sector. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

The new chair of the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, is well known for his hawkish views on many policies. What will his stances do for the Canadian economy? Join BMO Senior Economist Sal Guatieri and BMO Deputy Chief Economist Michael Gregory as they break down Warsh's role, AI-related Investing, the balancing act of inflation, and so much more. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

Facing uncertain trade policies, rising energy costs, and stagnant population growth, can North American commercial property markets survive and even thrive in the year ahead? Join BMO Director and Senior Economist Sal Guatieri as he breaks down the outlook for industrial, retail, multifamily, and office markets across Canada and the U.S. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

As the Iran conflict threatens global energy supplies and sends oil prices surging, are the American and Canadian economies at risk of recession? Join BMO U.S. Chief Economist Scott Anderson and Senior Economist Sal Guatieri as they discuss the potential impact of the conflict, as well as the lingering effects of the trade war, on the economy, inflation, and interest rates. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

2025 saw a rift within Canada’s housing market, with prices sagging in some regions but rising steadily in others. Will 2026 be a repeat of last year, or can the depressed regions begin to heal? Join BMO Senior Economists Robert Kavcic and Sal Guatieri as they discuss the outlook for real estate markets. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

2025 was another tough year for the US housing market, even as activity showed signs of stirring toward year-end. Join BMO Senior Economist Sal Guatieri as he discusses the outlook for 2026 in the wake of affordability, supply and population growth challenges, wide regional market variations, and much more. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

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 Senior Economist Sal Guatieri to discuss the outlook for 2026. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

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 economic impact, and implications for future monetary policy decisions. Visit https://www.bmo.com/onlineinvesting to learn more and discover how you can start investing today.

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, benefits, and how they simplify investing for both novice and seasoned investors. To explore the lineup of BMO ETFs discussed in this episode, visit www.bmoetfs.com. Ready to get started? Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

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. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

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 monetary and fiscal policies. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

Industrial, multifamily, retail, and office sectors are all experiencing changes due to rising tariffs, increased interest rates, and economic uncertainties. Will the markets recover next year? Join Director and Senior Economist at Capital Markets Sal Guatieri, as he shares his comprehensive overview of the current state and future projections for both Canadian and US real estate markets. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

The first 100 days of the Trump administration saw significant turmoil in markets due to the escalating trade war, though some recent actions raise hopes that some tariffs will be rolled back after bilateral talks. Douglas Porter, Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group, and Sal Guatieri, Director and Senior Economist, discuss the potential outlook for the trade war and its impact on the Canadian and U.S. economies and interest rates. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

Did you know there is a way to use put options as an insurance policy? Join Director at BMO InvestorLine David McGann and Director of ETF Distribution at BMO Global Asset Management Richard Ho as they discuss the world of Options trading and Risk management. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

President Trump's trade war has roiled financial markets as investors, like everyone else, detest uncertainty. The North American auto industry will also be caught in the tariff headlights with the Canadian side particularly vulnerable.  Join Senior Economists Erik Johnson and Sal Guatieri as they discuss the possible implications of potential tariffs on the industry. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.