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Markets Plus

BMO
Artificial Intelligence
Inflation
Canada
Tariffs
Federal Reserve
BMO Capital Markets
Canadian Economy
Interest Rates
United States
Economic Growth
Oil Prices
Trade Policy
BMO Financial Group
BMO
US Economy
Private Equity
Data Centers
USMCA
Real Estate
Supply Chain

Listen to Markets Plus to hear BMO leading experts share a wealth of timely and relevant perspectives on factors shaping the markets, economy, industry sectors, and much more. For more information about Markets Plus, visit bmocm.com/marketsplus.

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In this episode of Markets Plus, Derek Garland, Managing Director and Head of BMO's Business Transition Advisory Group, speaks with Leah Turnbull, BMO’s Managing Director and National ESOP Practice Lead, and Matt Keene, Managing Director and Leader o... more

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Treasury's evolution continues, fueled by rising expectations from business leaders and a new generation of technologies that are reshaping the financial landscape. As treasury takes on a more strategic role, advances in data, analytics and automatio... more

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BMO's Deputy Economist Michael Gregory unpacks Canada’s commitment to increasing defence spending from 2% to 5% over the next 10 years and how it paves the way for job creation, economic growth and further investment in the sector and the country.

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Agentic AI has the potential to reshape capital markets as autonomous systems take on increasingly complex decisions and interactions. Based on a panel discussion during this year’s Sibos event in Miami, moderator Agnel Kagoo, Partner, KPMG joins (in... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Keene
Managing Director and Leader of the Executive Compensation Practice
Chartwell Financial Advisory
Episode: Incentive Plan Design in Employee-Owned Businesses: Aligning Compensation, Performance, and Long-Term Value
Alan Tannenbaum
CEO of BMO Capital Markets
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Episode: The Long Game: Lessons in Resilient Leadership and Enduring Value
Francisco Pancho Gonzalez
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Episode: The Long Game: Lessons in Resilient Leadership and Enduring Value
Kerry Dan
Managing Editor of Cook Political Report
Cook Political Report
Episode: Beyond the Polls: Implications of the 2026 Midterms
Alan Tenenbaum
CEO of BMO Capital Markets
BMO Capital Markets
Episode: From AI Investment to Value Creation: What Separates the Leaders
Dawn Farrell
Head of the Major Projects Office
Public Service / Government of Canada
Episode: Canada Investment Summit: What It Means for Businesses and Investors
Kevin Spencer
Co-founder and CEO, Ring Rescue
Ring Rescue
Episode: From the Emergency Department to Dragons Den and HBO: How Ring Rescue Is Innovating Emergency Care Across North America
Randy Williamson
Board member and advisor
Ring Rescue
Episode: From the Emergency Department to Dragons Den and HBO: How Ring Rescue Is Innovating Emergency Care Across North America
Matt Murphy
Metals and mining analyst, BMO Capital Markets
BMO Capital Markets
Episode: Opportunities in Canada Across Energy, Metals and Mining and Data Centers

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Markets Plus

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    I’ve been listening to BMO Markets Plus for some time now and have found it to be consistently informative and insightful. The discussions are thoughtful, the guests are knowledgeable, and the content provides valuable perspective on the markets, the economy, and investing.

    What I appreciate most is that the conversations are substantive without being overly technical. It’s one of the few market podcasts I make a point of listening to regularly, and I routinely share episodes with collea... more

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    Canada4 months ago

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- Episodes are accessible without being overly technical, making complex topics digestible.
- The host and guests are consistently knowledgeable with thoughtful, substantive discussions.
- Audiences praise the show for informative, market-focused insights and high-quality guests.

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Beyond the Polls: Implications of the 2026 Midterms
Q: What are people getting wrong about the midterms today that could affect outcomes this November?
The panel suggests that while Democrats may gain back some House seats, there won't be a dominant wave like in 2018; structural changes such as polarization and redistricting limit the number of truly competitive races, and inflation dynamics are a critical driver shaping voter sentiment.
NextGen Treasury: The Evolving Treasury Mandate
Q: What is your view of using AI agents to manage a company's cash movements between accounts and what is your level of trust?
AI should inform and suggest liquidity decisions, but ultimate cash movement should remain governed by treasurers to ensure controls and accountability.
From the Emergency Department to Dragons Den and HBO: How Ring Rescue Is Innovating Emergency Care Across North America
Q: Now, Randy, speaking of great entrepreneurial ideas that are being born and companies like Ring Rescue flourishing, what makes Atlantic Canada a viable place for this kind of growth?
Randy explains that while it's initially harder in a smaller market, the tight-knit business and medical communities, plus the physician network, create strong, accessible connections that can accelerate growth when combined with a solid team and strategic governance.
Global Trade Outlook: The Canada-U.S. Tariffs Challenge
Q: Steve, is this a temporary situation or a new normal that business leaders should plan around?
The relationship is currently rocky and likely to be rockier before improving. However, broad US support for USMCA and the importance of the Canada–U.S. partnership suggest that a return to a more stable, cooperative framework is likely eventually, even if conditions worsen in the near term.
Global Trade Outlook: The Canada-U.S. Tariffs Challenge
Q: Francois, will the latest trade developments have a lasting impact on sector-specific investor sentiment or broader market trends?
The situation is not a one-off event but part of a broader trade realignment. In the near term, markets may react emotionally, but longer-term dynamics depend on policy direction and negotiation outcomes. Inflationary pressures from protectionism could weigh on valuations, particularly for growth stocks, and influence asset allocation toward hard assets or inflation hedges if the trend persists.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Markets Plus

What is Markets Plus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Markets Plus delivers timely, data-driven discussions on markets, macroeconomics, policy, and industry trends with a focus on practical implications for investors, corporate decision-makers, and traders. Episodes frequently center on AI adoption in finance, North American trade dynamics (notably USMCA), rate and macro forecasts, energy and geopolitical risk, and the intersection of policy with capital markets. The show tends to pair senior BMO executives with external experts to explore how governance, risk management, and strategic deployment of technology influence real-world outcomes across trading, client interactions, and infrastructure. A standout throughline is rigorous analysis balanced with accessible storytelling, panel dynamics, ... more

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