Warren Jestin joined Scotiabank some 25 years ago. Since then, he has become a popular public speaker and media commentator on economic issues in Canada and abroad. The reasons: his expertise both about Canadian and global economic issues is extensive and his team's research work is leading-edge. Jestin travels extensively meeting with experts around the globe to keep pace with the latest developments. In addition to an M.A. and a Ph.D., Jestin acquired economics experience at the Bank of Canada and he has taught at several universities.

Canadian and U.S. Economic Reseach

Adrienne Warren's publications are eagerly anticipated. Her well-read "NAFTA Quarterly" focuses on the consumer, business and labour market trends shaping the North American economy. She is also the editor of the widely-circulated "Market Trends", a weekly roundup of developments from around the world. Warren has been with Scotiabank since 1993.

International Reseach

Erik Nilsson has more than two decades' experience as a country risk analyst. His specialized research on Asia and Europe is published regularly in "International Views", "Asia/Oceania Weekly Outlook", "European Weekly Outlook" and specific Country Reports. Nilsson is also a regular contributor to the monthly "Foreign Exchange Outlook" report. He's been with Scotiabank since 1978 after working with The Canadian Manufacturers' Association and the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament.

Industry and Commodity Research

Journalists who follow industries and commodities keep a keen eye out for Patricia Mohr's monthly report "Scotiabank Commodity Price Indices". Mohr focuses on developments in the oil and gas, forest product and mining sectors. She is also responsible for industry and commodity research for Scotia Economics. Mohr maintains close interest in national and international economic market developments as they affect the competitiveness of Canadian and U.S. industry. Her expertise is well honed on the numerous industry boards she sits on.

You won't get him to tell you what kind of car he drives, but Carlos Gomes' "Canadian Auto Report" is a must-read for followers of the North American industry.