April 9, 2021
Vaccines, stimulus boosting advanced economy growth prospects, pushing bond yields, equities higher in March.
March 5, 2021
Government bonds were sold off sharply in February. The moves largely reflect improving economic outlook and inflation upside.
February 5, 2021
Lockdowns are making for a slow start to 2021 and vaccines will support a return to growth in Q2 and beyond.
January 8, 2021
Ongoing containment measures will slow Canada's recovery, while more measured restrictions and fiscal stimulus should keep the US economy growing.
December 11, 2020
Positive vaccine developments are brightening economic growth prospects in 2021. The near-term outlook is still challenging, but we're now expecting a stronger recovery.
November 12, 2020
Until a vaccine is widely available, governments face a tough balancing act between containing the virus's spread and keeping the economy open.
October 9, 2020
With a rise in cases across several countries, new restrictions are threatening economic recovery momentum.
September 11, 2020
Early economic recoveries have been stronger than expected and slower momentum later this year will leave output gaps wide.
August 7, 2020
Indicators suggest a stronger than expected near-term economic rebound but less fiscal support and ongoing social distancing will cap the recovery.
July 10, 2020
Equity market rally faded amid concerns about a resurgence in COVID-19 infections. The path forward remains cloudy as restrictions continue.
June 5, 2020
With some progress in 'flattening the curve,' many countries began to gradually reopen their economies. Early May indicators point to some pickup in activity.
May 8, 2020
Economically-damaging containment efforts have helped ‘flatten the curve,’ but the path back to normalcy is likely to be slow and uneven.
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