BMO Smarter Investing

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 Economi…

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 im…

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 …

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 b…

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 the…

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 C…

In this episode of BMO Smarter Investing, BMO Capital Markets Senior Economist and Director Sal Guatieri discusses several Canadian mortgage options worth considering in these current uncertain econo…

Have you wondered how to utilize your trade options to generate income? On this special edition of BMO Smarter Investing, BMO InvestorLine Director David McGann and Director of ETF Distribution Richa…

CDRs; What are they and how can you utilize them? Join Erin Allen from BMO Global Asset Management along with Directors of the Structured Solutions Team at BMO Global Asset Management Acushla Vestby …

Have you ever wondered how options trading works and what advantages it offers compared to traditional stock trading? On this special edition of BMO Smarter Investing, David McGann, Director at BMO I…

President Trump's threat to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and other countries could have major repercussions for investors. In this episode, BMO's Chief Economist Douglas Porter joins BMO Senior …

With the federal government taking a surprisingly aggressive approach to curbing immigration, what are the implications for economic growth, the housing market, and the Bank of Canada's interest rate…

With the historic U.S. election of 2024 in the books, investors have many questions about the impact on the economy, inflation, interest rates and markets. Senior Economist Sal Guatieri is joined by …

In this special edition of BMO Smarter Investing, join Vice President and Senior Economist at BMO Capital Markets Erik Johnson as he welcomes Brett Winton, Chief Futurist at ARK Invest. Tune in for B…

There are many forces at play in the Canadian housing market. Affordability, supply, and immigration are three critical ones. How will they unfold to determine where the market is headed? Join BMO Se…

With the housing market in a difficult state, younger Canadians don't feel confident in their ability to enter it. How long can this be expected to last, and will Millennials and Gen Z be able to sec…

In recent years, younger Canadians have found it increasingly difficult to save money for the future. The Canadian Government has recently stepped up and announced a budget that will be fair across m…

As younger Canadians integrate into new financial responsibilities and choices, it can all seem very confusing when you don't know which step is right. Join Erik Johnson, Vice President and Senior Ec…

China is the world’s second-largest economy, which makes it an important market to pay attention to. But, with the housing downturn, the risk of a debt crisis, and the looming threat of a trade war w…

The Bank of Canada led the way among G7 countries with its first interest rate cut in over four years. But, the Fed is holding tight for now given stickier U.S. inflation. Join BMO Chief Economist Do…