Michelle Gibley gives viewers the state of global central bank policy. “Trade policy is really influencing action at most central banks,” she says, noting that the Bank of Japan cut its inflation forecast and Canada’s central bank paused its cycle. She also talks about the “distortions” in economic data as companies and consumers pull forward demand ahead of tariffs, adding this could create a “vacuum” of useful data in the future. Michelle emphasizes the need for clarity on trade around the world.