KPMG Any Given Quarter

Economic headlines move fast, but not every signal matters. Hosted by Ali Jaffery , Partner and Chief Economist at KPMG Canada, this podcast helps business leaders cut through the noise and focus on the economic developments shaping decisions today and in the quarters ahead. Each episode explores key trends, what to watch next, and the insights leaders need to navigate uncertainty with confidence.

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  Episode #5

  The balancing act: Inflation risks, trade pressures and growth ahead

  Sep 3, 202648 minS1

  <p>Ali Jaffery sits down with Paul Beaudry, Professor, The Vancouver School of Economics, UBC, to discuss the forces shaping Canada’s economic outlook. From a more hawkish Bank of Canada to escalating trade tensions and tariffs, they unpack the trade-offs facing policymakers, businesses and households. Plus, they examine fiscal policy and what global markets may be signaling about what comes next.</p> <p> </p> <p>French transcript available here. </p>

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  Episode #4

  Shock after shock: The U.S. economy, the Fed and what's next

  Aug 5, 202643 minS1

  <p>The U.S. economy continues to defy expectations, but for how long? In this episode, KPMG Canada's Chief Economist and Partner, Ali Jaffery, sits down with Diane Swonk, Chief Economist at KPMG US, to discuss the forces shaping the U.S. outlook, from AI-driven growth and persistent inflation to Federal Reserve policy and the future of CUSMA. Together, they explore why today's economy is being shaped by shock after shock, and what businesses and investors should be watching next. </p> <p> </p> <p>French transcript available here. </p>

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  Episode #3

  CUSMA endgame: A whimper, not a bang

  Jul 15, 202637 minS1

  <p>Where does Canada go from here? From tariff timelines and geopolitical tensions to business investment decisions and the possible endgame for the negotiations.</p> <p> KPMG Canada’s Chief Economist Ali Jaffery, is joined by two KPMG colleagues, Joy Nott, Partner, Trade & Customs, and Lachlan Wolfers, National Leader, KPMG Law, exploring the future of CUSMA, Canada’s negotiating strategy, and the forces shaping the next chapter of Canada and USA trade relations. </p> <p> </p> <p>French transcript available here. </p>

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  Episode #2

  Hold the line: Rhys Mendes on rates, risk, and the economy

  Jun 15, 202630 minS1

  <p>Canada's economy is holding steady, but for how long? In this kickoff episode, KPMG Canada's Chief Economist and Partner, Ali Jaffery, sits down with former Bank of Canada Deputy Governor, Rhys Mendes, to discuss inflation, interest rates, labour markets, U.S. policy risks, CUSMA uncertainty, and Canada's growth agenda. Drawing on more than 20 years at the Bank of Canada, Rhys offers an insider's perspective on the challenges facing policymakers and why patience may be the winning strategy for now.</p> <p> </p> <p>French transcript available here.</p>

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  KPMG Any Given Quarter

  A lot can change in Any Given Quarter

  Jun 9, 20261 minS1

  <p>KPMG Any Given Quarter is a podcast hosted by Ali Jaffery, Partner and Chief Economist at KPMG Canada. Each episode explores the economic forces shaping business today, offering timely analysis, market insights, and practical perspectives to help leaders navigate uncertainty and prepare for what’s next.</p> <p> </p> <p>French transcript available here. </p>

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