Latest financial insights & resources
Latest financial insights & resources
CIBC Private Wealth experts provide ongoing analysis and insights on what investors should consider for their portfolios and wealth plans during these uncertain times.

Cryptocurrency Insights
The buzz about Bitcoin
Bitcoin appeared seemingly out of nowhere and has since become the fastest-growing, best-performing asset/currency in the world. Bitcoin has received plenty of headline attention, yet it remains a mystery to experienced and casual investors alike.

Investment Insights
Emerging opportunities in emerging markets
CIBC Private Wealth International Equities Portfolio Manager Matt Scherer, CFA, sizes up and breaks down the opportunity set of this developing economic landscape.

2020 YEAR-END & 2021 QUARTERLY OUTLOOK
Progressing toward a post-COVID-19 environment
As we say goodbye to a challenging 2020, we look ahead with optimism at the economic growth potential in the years to come. Can we expect the economic recovery to mirror that of the most recent Great Recession? Or, is more promising news ahead in a post-vaccine world?
2021 economic & financial markets outlook
- Webcast: Biden administration and the impact on markets and wealth planning
- Presentation: US markets, the Fed and asset class views
- Commentary: Growth, inflation and policy in Washington
2020 wrap-up

Expert Q&A series
Legacy of COVID-19
Key innovations that emerged during this pandemic will outlive it. Others are yet to reveal themselves but will surely be part of the legacy of COVID-19. CIBC Private Wealth is committed to bringing to you the perspective and insight of top thinkers in various fields on what the legacy of COVID-19 could be.
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Part 1: Biotech and the pandemic
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Part 2: Work and careers
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Part 3: Healthcare and AI
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Part 4: The future of healthcare
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Part 5: Is this a lost year for education?
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Election implication series
Economy & financial markets
Tax and income planning
2020 Presidential candidates tax proposal comparison chart
Five ways to build flexibility into your estate planning
Income tax planning this election year
Family wealth planning in 2020
Year-end tax planning for 2020
The views expressed in this series reflect the assessments of the applicable professionals based on current market conditions and other circumstances and do not necessarily reflect the views of CIBC Private Wealth Management. The views expressed here are for informational purposes only and are not intended to endorse, recommend, or favor either political party or any particular agenda.

2020 Quarterly Outlook
Anything but boring

Perspective
Ushering in the clean energy transition
2019 marked the first year in the modern electric era that renewable energy surpassed coal in the U.S. energy supply mix. This and other reasons lead to an attractive investment opportunity for companies delivering on the clean energy promise today.

POST-PANDEMIC SERIES
Adapting to a changed landscape
Our investment professionals highlight the key economic and market changes that we believe will likely occur in the aftermath of the COVID-19 recession.

Podcast and blog series
Proactive planning during a time of uncertainty and volatility
In our six-part proactive planning podcast and blog series, our senior wealth strategists detail specific techniques available during this market environment. Learn more
- Part 1: Benefits of a GRAT when market values are low
- Part 2: Proactive planning in volatile markets with roth conversions
- Part 3: Proactive planning with low market values using Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts
- Part 4: Proactive planning with low market values using a sale to a Grantor Trust
- Part 5: Proactive planning with low interest rates using intra-family loans
- Part 6: Proactive planning with low market values using gifts
In the press
02.17.2021
Senior energy trader Rebecca Babin quoted in CNBC
How the Texas power grid failed and what could stop it from happening again
02.12.2021
Chief Investment Officer Dave Donabedian, CFA in Barron's
The Dow Rose 32 Points. Thank Vaccines.
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02.05.2021
Chief Investment Officer Dave Donabedian, CFA in Business Insider
US economy misses forecasts, adds 49,000 payrolls in January as daily virus cases peak
The security and strength of CIBC Private Wealth
Review answers to common questions about the strength of CIBC, the security of your assets with CIBC Private Wealth, internal and external controls, and more. Read more