Events

Apparently one volatile year deserves another, and 2026 hasn’t disappointed. From the US conflict with Iran and the reescalation of trade tensions with Canada to rising inflation and surging long-term bond yields around the world, the headwinds keep stacking up. Larger government deficits and higher debt issuance have played an important role in rising interest rates while also supporting public spending and investment in areas like defence. Indeed, the news hasn’t been all bad, as optimism and investment in AI have driven capital investment and equity values higher, particularly in North America. With the year ending soon, one wonders: what’s in store for 2027? To parse through the ongoing volatility and provide his economic and financial outlook for next year, please join Randall Bartlett, Deputy Chief Economist of Desjardins Group, on September 22 as he shares his views with the Atlantic Association of Applied Economists.