While a reprieve on tariffs may be welcomed, the back-and-forth between the U.S. and Canada laid bare Canada’s economic vulnerability amid ongoing political volatility. … READ MORE >
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Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate to 3% amid price stability, trade policy uncertainty
The Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate to three per cent, but tariff uncertainty looms over Canada’s economic outlook and clouds the future rate path. … READ MORE >
Canada’s consumer price index rises by 1.8% as tax holiday takes hold
Canada’s CPI rose 1.8 per cent in December and declined 0.4 per cent on a monthly basis due to the tax holiday and disinflation forces throughout the economy. … READ MORE >
Trudeau’s resignation spurs uncertainty across Canada’s economy
For nearly a decade, Canada’s political stability helped attract foreign investments. Justin Trudeau’s resignation ushers in a new wave of uncertainty. … READ MORE >
Holiday season business insights: Shorter season, early shopping and fast shipping
Consumer products companies should encourage early shopping, plan for shipping constraints across the supply chain and engage post-holiday shoppers. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school recap: Buying trends set tone for retail holiday season
The back-to-school season provided key insights into what to expect for the holiday shopping period. … READ MORE >
Consumer products holiday season insights: E-commerce helps drive holiday sales growth
As the digital buying experience grows in importance, companies must focus on their technology platforms. … READ MORE >
Consumer products holiday season insights: Fading consumer confidence won’t dampen holiday retail cheer
It remains to be seen whether consumers will continue their strong spending or begin to pull back in light of financial pressures. … READ MORE >
Consumer products holiday season insights: Shopping growth to be lower, but still strong
RSM forecasts nominal retail sales from October through December 2023 will increase nearly 5.0% on a year-over-year basis. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school outlook: What can we expect for holiday shopping?
If July’s retail sales are any indication, this year’s holiday sales will be largely focused on individual product categories and consumer spending by income level. … READ MORE >