While the COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on global growth in 2020, the quick action taken by central banks and governments has helped economic recovery. Global GDP is expected to grow by around 6% in 2021, with China & the US leading the way.

Jake Jacobson

Global Trade Finance Risk and Compliance Leader, EY

Peter Hall

Vice President & Chief Economist, Export Development Canada (EDC)

Christian Keller

Managing Director & Head of Economics Research, Barclays

Dyanne Carenza

Vice President and Head, Scotiabank

Michael Hogan

Financial Services Consultant,