CIBC Private Wealth
January 13, 2021
Economy Commentary In the news News
Top 2021 technology themes
The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index rose over 43% last year to its best annual return in over a decade. And with ongoing pandemic woes, tech trends like digital transformation and wider adoption of interactive media and entertainment are likely to continue.
Most promising sectors
In a new video, CIBC’s Jonathan Mzengeza discusses why cyber security is poised to be a key theme this year, and he also talks about why he predicts sales of electrical vehicles are likely to rise 50% in 2021.
Additional insights:
Economics: Hit me with your best shot – CIBC’s Chief Economist, Avery Shenfeld
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