Economic and Market Update

The oil market remains on a razor’s edge, highlighted by the relatively large price swings over the past month due to concerns that many major Chinese cities could be facing extensive lockdowns. Meanwhile, market participants are still trying to assess the fallout of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine (i.e., sanctions).

Our experts provide an overview of recent global events and their impact on the markets.

Focus is the flagship publication of the BMO Economics team. This weekly publication covers major economic developments, provides updated forecasts, looks ahead to the key events of the upcoming week, and provides detailed insights into key economic issues.

BMO’s outlook on the equity markets featuring Brian Belski, Chief Investment Strategist, to help you prepare for the coming year.

Talking Points is a weekly piece from the desk of our Chief Economist, Douglas Porter. The brief note captures the key developments and major emerging themes from the economic and financial market fronts, and serves as an overview of the weekly Focus publication.

No matter how often we’re told to prepare for stock market volatility, we are often greatly unnerved by it and wonder if there is anything that can or should be done in response. This situation can be particularly troublesome for those who are saving for retirement.

Strategic commentary and an overview of financial markets.

The down payment on a house, your child’s college education, or maybe even a vacation home? You will probably have different goals at different stages of your life. But no matter what else you’re saving for, you should make sure you’re putting enough money aside for one of the most important goals of all – your retirement.

Strategic commentary on equity and fixed income as well as an overview of fixed income markets.