Paul Harmel WG

10/16/2026

Did you know economic and market performance can impact all aspects of your wealth plan from cash flow management to your investment strategy?

In the latest Weekly Market Roundup, our partners at CIBC Global Asset Management discuss recent economic data and how the markets reacted this week. If you’d like to discuss this commentary or have questions about your investment portfolio, please get in touch with me anytime.

Economic data Bond market volatility continued this week as investors and traders grappled with sharp swings in government bond yields. This reflected, in part, the tension between a series of firm inflation readings and elevated growth uncertainty.

10/16/2026

In this week’s Week Ahead, Avery Shenfeld explores the recent slide in the Canadian dollar and the challenge it poses for the Bank of Canada. While a weaker loonie can lift inflation and support export growth, he notes that the bigger issue is the widening gap between a U.S. economy buoyed by AI-driven investment and a Canadian economy that may be less able to absorb higher interest rates.

10/16/2026

The US released some critical economic reports yesterday. The retail sales and producer price reports for September showed strong spending, but also rising costs that could keep inflation and interest rates elevated. Market attention immediately turned to the US Federal Reserve Board (Fed) and how these results might impact its upcoming interest rate decision.

10/15/2026

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for September yesterday. US inflation accelerated on surging gasoline prices, which may keep pressure on the US Federal Reserve Board (Fed) to raise interest rates again in 2026. Here’s more from the report.

10/14/2026

As year-end approaches, charitable giving is worth more than a last-minute decision.

A gift can have different tax and planning implications depending on when you give, what you give, and whether it forms part of a longer-term legacy plan.

Starting the conversation earlier can help create more clarity around your options before year-end arrives.

Read more in our latest article: https://bit.ly/47VlR3Y

10/14/2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its October 2026 World Economic Outlook yesterday. The IMF slightly upgraded its global economic growth projections, while warning that the outlook is highly uneven and risks are building.

The global economy has demonstrated its resiliency in recent years, despite rising trade and geopolitical tensions, along with surging energy prices.

10/13/2026

Looking at the week ahead, there will be several key economic announcements in Canada, particularly from its real estate market. Amid escalating trade tensions, economic and job uncertainty has heightened, which could dampen demand for real estate.

The US will see its last headline inflation release before the US Federal Reserve Board’s (Fed) next interest rate decision on October 28. Here’s what to watch for this week.

10/09/2026

Did you know economic and market performance can impact all aspects of your wealth plan from cash flow management to your investment strategy?

In the latest Weekly Market Roundup, our partners at CIBC Global Asset Management discuss recent economic data and how the markets reacted this week. If you’d like to discuss this commentary or have questions about your investment portfolio, please get in touch with me anytime.

Economic data After a brief appearance during the “transitory” inflation spike of 2022, bond vigilantes have once again emerged from the shadows and are striking fear in the hearts of central bankers and governments alike. As with any sequel, the stakes are higher this time: the story is no long...

10/09/2026

The World Trade Organization (WTO) released its updated merchandise trade outlook yesterday. The WTO raised its forecast for global merchandise trade as supply chains adapted to the Middle East conflict and spending on artificial intelligence (AI) surged.

Still, several risks could weigh on the brighter outlook, including an escalation of geopolitical tensions and a slowdown in AI spending.

10/09/2026

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Wishing you a joyful celebration of thankfulness surrounded by cherished family and friends.