Tim Wedler, Scotiabank Investment Specialist

A Commodities' run continues, particularly in oil and lumber, but the second wave of #COVID19 remains a risk to global economies and currencies amid lockdowns, slow vaccine rollouts and a delay in the US stimulus package. Read what Scotiabank analysts and economists have to say on Perspectives.

The IMF boosted its global economic outlook for 2021. The "Reddit rally" caused volatility among stocks championed on online forums. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Canadian retail sales continue to rebound. U.S. housing starts increased in December for the fourth straight month. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

An economic outlook by Jean-François Perrault, SVP & Chief Economist at Scotiabank, presented at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Economic Outlook Forum.

U.S. President-elect Biden unveiled a $1.9 trillion stimulus package. U.K. economy slumped in November, raising the possibility of a double-dip recession. This, and more in our latest edition of the Weekly Economic Headlines.

Small businesses in the food and beverage and hospitality sectors hit hard by mandated shutdowns and people hesitant to dine out should access every lifeline available. Read how two food-related businesses are coping with #COVID19 interruptions in Perspectives.