Canada’s latest consumer price index data and inflation statistics mark a firm return to price stability—but uncertainty persists regarding energy prices. … READ MORE >
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Bank of Canada holds interest rate again amid signs of economic recovery
The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25 per cent—a widely expected move, but one delivered with a dovish tone amid ample signs of economic recovery. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Economies in Asia keep growing, no matter the U.S. tariff rate
Economies in Asia continue to grow despite U.S. disruptions to the global supply chain. … READ MORE >
Canada’s economy slowing as major free-trade renegotiation looms
Canada’s subdued economic activity and the drop in inflation despite ongoing tariffs imply that the Bank of Canada could cut interest rates again this year. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Rising input prices curb appetite for capital expenditure investment
Manufacturers continue to expect higher input prices while holding mixed expectations regarding capital expenditure in the next six months. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: What trade policy whiplash could mean for inventories
Businesses experiencing trade policy whiplash are seeking to get as much as possible into U.S. ports before higher import taxes are enforced. … READ MORE >
Canada’s consumer price index steady due to cooling housing market
Canada’s consumer price index rose 1.7 per cent in May thanks to a more balanced housing market and smaller increases in travel prices. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Canada’s trade outlook not as bleak as feared
While uncertainty plagues Canada’s trade outlook, a relatively low U.S. effective tariff rate means things might not be as bleak as they seemed back in March. … READ MORE >
Canada’s unemployment rate hits 7% despite some resilience
Despite some economic resilience, Canada’s unemployment rate hit 7 per cent as the damage from tariffs and trade uncertainty permeates the labour market. … READ MORE >
Bank of Canada holds interest rate again amid economic volatility
Despite a better-than-expected first quarter for Canada’s economy, the Bank of Canada held its interest rate again as it contends with tariff uncertainty and economic volatility. … READ MORE >