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Each episode we help break down the important economic issues on Canadians’ minds. With our unique access to leading experts, timely insights and helpful explainers, we navigate the latest in the world of finance, housing, business, the markets — and more. For legal disclosures, please visit bit.ly/socialdisclaim and www.gbm.scotiabank.com/disclosures

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For the second time in a row, the Bank of Canada held the overnight interest rate at 2.25%.

The central bank made the decision citing that little had changed from its 2025 October Monetary Policy Report, so holding rates “remain appropriate” as Cana... more

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Athletes like Billie Jean King or Serena and Venus Williams are known to even non-sports fans as iconic trailblazers when it comes to women’s tennis. But there’s another name, a Canadian, who spent a career off the court helping advance women in the ... more

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In this episode, we're helping investors gear up for 2026 by looking back at 2025. From trade uncertainty to a lesson on headlines versus reality, to AI, Yuko Girard, Vice President and Portfolio Manager on the Multi Asset Management Team at Scotia G... more

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The Bank of Canada has held its key policy interest rate at 2.25% after two consecutive cuts.

The central bank’s decision was widely expected and comes as the Canadian economy remains resilient despite tariffs on certain sectors, such as steel and a... more

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Recent Guests

Stacey Allaster
Former US Open Tournament Director and Chief Executive of Professional Tennis at the United States Tennis Association
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Episode: Former U.S. Open Tournament Director on empowering women in tennis and in business
Clint Davis
CEO of Cedar Leaf Capital Inc.
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Episode: Looking back on a ‘historic’ first year: Cedar Leaf Capital hits a milestone
Inci Akpinar
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Episode: The evolution of technology in banking
Sebastian Blandizzi
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Data and Global Wealth Technology
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Episode: The evolution of technology in banking
Marie Wilson
Journalist, author, and Commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Episode: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission ten years out: A conversation with commissioner Marie Wilson
Myanne Marcen-Gaudaur
Director of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation at Scotiabank
Scotiabank
Episode: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission ten years out: A conversation with commissioner Marie Wilson
Valerie Dahan
Detective Constable with the Toronto Police Service in the Financial Crimes Unit
Toronto Police Service
Episode: Avoid the latest scams with these expert tips
Aaron McAllister
Vice President of Fraud Threat Management at Scotiabank
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Episode: Avoid the latest scams with these expert tips
Jean-François Perrault
Chief economist at Scotiabank
Scotiabank
Episode: What the first rate cut since March tells us about the economy

Hosts

Stephen Maurice
Host providing insights on economic topics with expertise in financial matters and market trends.
Armina Lagaya
Co-host discussing critical financial issues and engaging with expert guests.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
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Former U.S. Open Tournament Director on empowering women in tennis and in business
Q: How important is it to empower women on a business level to teach them about leadership and money?
Allaster shared that empowering women in business is not only economically smart but also socially transformative, allowing them to participate in financial decision-making and leadership roles.
Former U.S. Open Tournament Director on empowering women in tennis and in business
Q: Do you think that was really a turning point for the growth of women's tennis?
Allaster highlighted that many pivotal moments contributed to women's tennis growth, emphasizing the importance of activism and support from influential figures like Billie Jean King.
What the Bank of Canada’s rate hold might tell us about 2026
Q: What are the main takeaways for Canadians out of today's decision?
There's still a huge amount of uncertainty to the rate decision; we think the Bank of Canada is done, so expect stability in short-term rates but risks exist for long-term borrowing costs.
What the Bank of Canada’s rate hold might tell us about 2026
Q: How do you see that progressing over the course of the next few months or next year?
Inflation will gradually fall as excess capacity builds and exerts downward pressure on prices.
What the Bank of Canada’s rate hold might tell us about 2026
Q: What's the headline people should take away from today's news?
The headline is no surprise; they kept rates unchanged, which was broadly expected.

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1. Stacey Allaster
2. Clint Davis
3. Inci Akpinar
4. Sebastian Blandizzi
5. Marie Wilson
6. Myanne Marcen-Gaudaur
7. Valerie Dahan
8. Aaron McAllister

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