Lauren Gilbert

Lauren Gilbert is an economic writer based in Canada, known for translating complex macroeconomic data into clear, actionable reporting. She began her career covering municipal finance and housing affordability for a regional newsroom, then moved to a national business desk where she focused on interest rates, public policy, and labor-market trends. Over the past decade, Lauren has produced explainers that connect central bank decisions to everyday costs, and she frequently contributes to budget-season coverage and corporate earnings roundups. Her work has been recognized for accuracy and readability, particularly in pieces examining inflation persistence, productivity performance, and the economic impacts of energy transitions. Lauren holds a strong beat focus on fiscal policy and consumer economics, and she actively develops sourcing networks with economists, statisticians, and industry analysts across Canada.