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Canada's economy feels uncertain heading into 2026 — but are the headlines telling the full story? On today's episode it's the February update and Darren and Christina break down what's really happening with the Bank of Canada, inflation, interest rates, real estate, stock markets, and Bitcoin.

They cover why markets can rise even when the economy feels weak, what Canadian investors should actually be paying attention to, and how smart investors are positioning themselves right now. If you're worried about inflation, housing affordability, or where to invest in 2026, this episode brings clarity without hype. Tune in now!

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

2:50 - Bank of Canada update

4:25 - Inflation news

5:40 - Canadian dollar update

7:05 - Stock market update

7:45 - Bitcoin update

10:30 - Real estate update

13:35 - Economic news

17:50 - Life insurance industry news

21:20 - Control and Compound news

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