Global Economic Outlook: Planning for 2027

As Canadian businesses look ahead to 2027, persistent inflation, increasing interest rates, shifting global growth and ongoing trade and geopolitical uncertainty are complicating business decisions.

Understanding these developments can help you assess risks, spot potential opportunities and make more informed decisions about markets, pricing, investment and growth.

Get the business context behind the economic outlook

Join EDC economists and a Canadian exporter as they discuss the latest Global Economic Outlook (GEO) and what changing conditions could mean for Canadian businesses in 2027.

They’ll explore developments such as the cooling, but resilient U.S. economy, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven U.S. growth and financing needs, and how Canadian businesses are responding through investment and trade diversification.

What you'll learn: 

• Key economic trends expected to shape global business conditions
• How risks and market developments could affect Canadian exporters
• Emerging opportunities across key markets and sectors
• How Canadian businesses are adapting to stay competitive and resilient

Looking for more details? Find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and details about this webinar below.

Expert perspectives on the 2027 economic outlook

Go beyond the economic forecast with perspectives from EDC economists who track global economic, political and trade developments, as well as the outlook for Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. The founder of The Unscented Company will bring an exporter perspective to the discussion, helping put the economic outlook into a real-world context.  

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