Has inflation finally been defeated, or could it be preparing for a comeback? In this segment, Brian and Richard explore both sides of the debate. They discuss the bullish case for a soft landing, including easing supply chain pressures, resilient economic growth, and the potential for AI-driven productivity gains to help keep inflation in check. They also examine the risks that could reignite inflation, from energy shocks and geopolitical events to persistent government spending. The conversation ultimately comes down to one key question: are we witnessing a historic economic soft landing, or simply the calm before the next inflation storm?

As we cross the half-way point in 2026, the Canadian economy feels a lot like Charles Dicken’s “A Tale of Two Cities.” The split in the macro-backdrop is sharper than at any point since the post‑pandemic reopening. Raw materials, energy and most USMCA compliant export...

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