Are Canadians finally catching a break? Benjamin Tal joins Carissa Lucreziano to unpack inflation, interest rates, AI, housing and the economic trends Canadians should actually be paying attention to right now.

Economic headlines are competing for Canadians’ attention. Housing is still stretched, economic signals are mixed, and AI is starting to reshape how people think about work and growth.

But how much of what we hear every day actually matters? Are Canadians finally starting to regain some financial stability? And what economic trends deserve more attention over the months ahead?

In this episode of CIBC Smart Advice, host Carissa Lucreziano sits down with Benjamin Tal, Deputy Chief Economist at CIBC Capital Markets, to unpack the forces shaping Canada's economy right now. From inflation and consumer confidence to AI, housing and the future of work, this conversation is about separating signal from noise and helping Canadians focus on what will have the biggest impact on their finances.

1. Learn which economic headlines Canadians should actually pay attention to right now
2. Understand how AI, the labour market and housing are reshaping Canada's future
3. Discover Benjamin Tal's outlook on inflation, interest rates and where the economy is headed next

Benjamin Tal is Deputy Chief Economist at CIBC Capital Markets and a member of CIBC's economics team, where he analyzes macroeconomic developments and their implications for fixed income, equity, foreign exchange and commodities markets.

Well known for his research on labour market dynamics, real estate, credit markets, international trade and business conditions, Benjamin not only contributes to the economic conversation but frequently helps shape it. He also advises bank leaders on issues related to wealth management, household credit and risk, and corporate credit and risk.

With nearly 20 years of experience advising clients, industry leaders, corporate boards, trade associations and governments, Benjamin is a regular commentator in the media and a trusted voice on the economic issues shaping Canada's future.

Benjamin is a member of the Economic Committee of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Committee of the Toronto Board of Trade. He also serves on the boards of Junior Achievement of Central Ontario and Toronto Financial International.

Visit Benjamin Tal's profile on CIBC here.

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Canadians are constantly navigating a flood of economic headlines, but understanding what truly matters can make financial decisions feel much more manageable. Whether it's inflation, interest rates, housing or the future of work, focusing on long-term trends instead of short-term noise can help Canadians make more informed decisions about their future.

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