Trailing indicators are where we derive most of our information AND through this information we can build trends and models to forecast economic activity. BUT it’s all historical information so when we can understand leading indicators, especially those that are timely, we have a game changer. We are now seeing some COVID leading indicators and they are being updated at breath taking speed. To help us with the conversation is Peter Hall. Peter is the Vice President and Chief Economist for Export Development Canada. With over 30 years of experience in economic analysis and forecasting, Peter is responsible for overseeing EDC’s economic analysis, country risk assessment and corporate research groups. You can also watch Peter’s weekly video commentary by visiting the EDC website at www.edc.ca