Jaime Juhnke, Wealth Advisor at CIBC Wood Gundy

07/12/2026

In this week’s The Week Ahead, Avery Shenfeld looks at why preserving CUSMA still matters for Canada’s economy, alongside key upcoming market drivers including the Bank of Canada decision and important U.S. inflation and consumer data.

07/05/2026

In this week’s The Week Ahead, Avery Shenfeld explores whether AI-driven inflation in the US is likely to be transitory, analyzing its impact on labour markets, supply chains and Federal Reserve policy. He also covers Canadian employment trends, the influence of major events like the census and World Cup and provides forecasts for key economic data releases in both Canada and the US.

06/28/2026

In this Week's Week Ahead, Chair Kevin Warsh’s push to rethink the Fed’s “dot plot” takes center stage, given its track record of unreliable rate predictions and the volatility it creates.

With so much uncertainty in the economic outlook, we believe it’s more important to focus on incoming data, like labour and CPI reports, rather than relying on the dots for guidance.

06/21/2026

In this week’s The Week Ahead, Benjamin Tal highlights the risks associated with expanding rent control measures, referencing Manitoba’s Bill 13. He notes that while rent control is well-intentioned, it often leads to reduced supply and quality of rental housing.

Tal proposes that tax deductibility is a more effective way to support renters than artificially capping rents.

06/14/2026

In this week’s The Week Ahead, Benjamin Tal explores whether AI investment is fueling short-term optimism beyond what fundamentals justify, and examines the challenges impacting the future of AI-driven economic growth.

06/11/2026

Today, as we celebrate Client Appreciation Day, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for the relationship we have built together. My team and I remain dedicated to supporting you as we continue to navigate your wealth journey, side-by-side.

06/08/2026

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 The US economy has mastered the art of selective hearing. Trade war? Didn’t catch that.

05/31/2026

This week in The Week Ahead, Avery Shenfeld highlights how, despite other priorities occupying the President, trade policy remains a key focus. The stalled momentum on Canada-US trade developments and the likely delay of the USMCA reviews Canada’s continued vulnerability to US tariffs and shifting trade strategies.

05/24/2026

This week in The Week Ahead, Avery Shenfeld highlights how US deficits and global tensions are keeping long-term Treasury yields high. Even if rates fall briefly, lasting challenges mean higher borrowing costs could continue to impact housing and economic growth.