Episode Summary
Canada has all of the ingredients for growth: talent, capital, resources, and innovation. So why has Canadian productivity lagged behind many of its global peers for decades?
In this episode of The Wealth Exchange, Ben Jang sits down with Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist at Signal 49 Research, to explore the forces sharping Canada's economic future. They examine the opportunities and challenges facing the Canadian economy. The conversation spans productivity growth, business investment, and AI adoption, along with interprovincial trade barriers, energy infrastructure, and economic competitiveness.
You'll hear:
- Why productivity is the foundation of long-term economic prosperity
- What's driving Canada's productivity gap
- How AI and technology adoption could transform growth
- The economic impact of interprovincial trade barriers
- Why energy, infrastructure, and investment matter for competitiveness
- What Canada must do to strengthen productivity over the next decade
Whether you're an investor, business owner, or simply following the policy and macro picture, this conversation offers valuable insights into the trends shaping Canada's economy, productivity, competitiveness, and long-term growth outlook.
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