Danijel Djuric, PFP CIM FCSI, Financial Planner, RBC Financial Planning

This week’s video, join Chief Economist Eric Lascelles as he dives into geopolitical and economic currents:

🏦 Fed leadership shift: Kevin Warsh nominated as Federal Reserve Chair—watch for potential policy changes ahead.
🌍 Geopolitical crosswinds: Venezuela, Iran, and Greenland tensions are reshaping global trade and energy dynamics.
📈 Earnings momentum: U.S. corporate earnings remain strong. Companies beating expectations, with 2027 growth outpacing 2026. AI-driven sectors show margin expansion potential.
🍁 Canadian tailwinds & headwinds: Enhanced GST credits could fuel growth in the second half of 2026, but snap election uncertainty adds complexity.

Tune in to see what’s on our radar this week: https://bit.ly/4qF9dNI

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