The 2026 Federal Budget didn’t deliver many major surprises, but it did introduce several meaningful measures for entrepreneurs, investors and families....
Washington is set to see a significant shift in the balance of power after Democrats won majorities in the House and Senate in the midterm elections....
Budget 2026 builds on last year’s investment-focused agenda, with a strong emphasis on tax measures to support business investment, productivity and competitiveness....
Our views on investment strategy, given the events of the past week and their impact on equity and fixed income markets....
Democrats delivered a decisive victory in Tuesday’s midterm elections....
Investing with purpose can help generate positive societal outcomes while potentially delivering attractive financial returns....
Douglas Porter Chief Economist, BMO Capital Markets
Douglas Porter has over 30 years of experience analyzing global economies and financial markets. As Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group, he oversees the macroeconomic and financial market forecasts and co-authors the firm’s weekly flagship publication, Focus. As a respected commentator on economic and financial trends, he is regularly quoted in the national press and often interviewed on radio and television. For Doug’s latest views on the economy, read his commentary Talking Points