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CIBC Capital Market’s Mike Freeborn leads a mid-year discussion with CIBC Investment Banking and Corporate Banking leaders on the trends shaping capital markets in 2026. The panel reviews strong activity across equity, debt, bank and M&A markets, including robust IPOs, record Canadian debt issuance, strength in project finance and infrastructure, and healthy dealmaking, while highlighting opportunities and risks for the remainder of the year and into 2027.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC Capital Markets' Alfred Traboulsi leads our semi-annual discussion with US Corporate and Investment Banking leads on the evolving landscape of the financial markets in the US in 2026 and beyond. The panel highlights the transformative role of AI and infrastructure investment, record-setting equity and debt issuance, the convergence of power and digital infrastructure, and strong investor demand across sectors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC Capital Markets’ Managing Director and Head of Global Distribution, Brad Black, leads a semi-annual discussion with Chief Economist, Avery Shenfeld, and Head of FICC Strategy, Ian Pollick, on key trends and challenges in the macro environment as we head into the second half of 2026. The panel highlights ongoing geopolitical issues, relative economic performance in Canada and the US, and shares insights on opportunities and risks for the balance of the year, including central bank policy, the question of the AI Capex spending boom, and evolving market dynamics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC Capital Markets’ Managing Director and Head of Global Distribution and Research, Brad Black, leads a semi-annual discussion with Chief Economist, Avery Shenfeld, and Head of FICC Strategy, Ian Pollick, on key trends and challenges in the financial markets as we start the new year. The panel highlights steady market activity, resilient economic performance, and shares insights on opportunities and risks for 2026, including central bank policy, the impact of AI, and evolving market dynamics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC Capital Market’s Co-Head of Global Corporate & Investment Banking, Mike Freeborn, leads a semi-annual discussion with CIBC Investment Banking and Corporate Banking Product Heads on key trends and challenges in the financial markets as we start the new year. The panel highlights robust market activity, strong performance across sectors, and shares insights on opportunities and risks for 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC Capital Markets’ Alfred Traboulsi leads the year-end discussion with US Corporate and Investment Banking product leads on key highlights from the markets in 2025. The panel highlights strong market activity, resilient performance across sectors, and share insights on opportunities and risks for the coming year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC’s Deputy Chair, Roman Dubczak, and Priya Radha, Managing Director and Head of the Government Solutions Group, discuss current trends in government finance, including the impact of technology, market uncertainty, and investor diversification. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC’s Deputy Chair, Roman Dubczak, and Vice-Chair for Energy and Climate Finance, Tom Heintzman, discuss Canada’s 2025 federal budget and the Climate Competitiveness Strategy, and its aim to catalyze investment in clean energy, critical minerals, and green innovation. They highlight key incentives, regulatory updates, and the strategy’s broad impact across industries, as well as the key takeaways for our clients. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CIBC’s Roman Dubczak, Avery Shenfeld, and the Hon. Lisa Raitt unpack the Canadian Federal Budget, addressing its long-term growth strategy and implications for businesses and voters. The discussion highlights major spending initiatives, deficit projections, and political considerations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Roman Dubczak, Deputy Chair, CIBC Capital Markets sits down with colleague Daniel Lee, Managing Director, Technology and Innovation, Global Investment Banking, CIBC Capital Markets to explore how generative AI is reshaping the software landscape. The discussion covers the divergence in performance between AI beneficiaries and traditional SaaS companies, the rise of AI-native business models, and the economic implications of autonomous “agentic” AI. Daniel shares insights on how AI is driving new pricing strategies and the complexities investors face in valuing AI-driven companies.

Roman Dubczak sits down with Ian de Verteuil to reflect on Ian’s remarkable 37-year career in the financial industry. Over the last 23 years of active research coverage, Ian earned 24 Brendan Wood International TopGun Analyst Designations across 5 different sectors, Consumer Products, Insurance, Banks, Quantitative Analysis and in Portfolio Strategy. In this insightful conversation, Ian shares his experiences navigating major market events, including the financial crisis, and discusses the evolution of investment strategies over the decades. The discussion also covers the unique strengths of the Canadian financial sector, the importance of long-term investing, and Ian’s advice for the next generation of finance professionals.

CIBC Capital Market’s Roman Dubczak hosts a mid-year economic and market outlook discussion with colleagues Benjamin Tal, Ian de Verteuil and Ian Pollick. The discussion offers valuable perspectives for investors and business leaders navigating today’s complex economic landscape and explores the resilience of global markets amid tariffs, evolving rate cycles, and ongoing geopolitical and economic volatility.

CIBC Capital Market’s Roman Dubczak leads a mid-year discussion with Siddharth Samarth on the latest trends and developments in global sustainable finance. The discussion highlights recent market activity, evolving regulatory frameworks, and key regional shifts, as well as insights from CIBC’s latest ESG Investor Survey and the challenges and opportunities facing clients as they navigate the transition to a more sustainable future.

CIBC Capital Market’s Roman Dubczak leads a semi-annual discussion with CIBC Investment Banking and Corporate Banking Product Heads on key trends and challenges in the financial markets for the first half of 2025. The panel highlights strong market activity, resilient performance across sectors, and shares insights on opportunities and risks for the remainder of the year.