Economic Indicators

Canada’s trade deficit declines more than expected

Economists had expected a deficit of $2.7 billion for October, according to Thomson Reuters.

December 5, 2017

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Mortgage changes make it tougher for first-time buyers: industry group

Homeownership in Canada is at 67.8%, down from 69% in 2011.

By Staff |December 5, 2017

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Big banks forecast next BoC rate hike

The Bank of Canada makes a rate decision on Wednesday, but no one’s calling for an increase—certainly none of the big banks. The banks do, however, have plenty to say when it comes to forecasting when the next hike will occur. Read: Unemployment rate drops to 5.9% as economy grows In an earlier report, CIBC […]

By Staff |December 4, 2017

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Is Canada at risk of recession in 2018?

Scotiabank's model provides a forecast

By Staff |December 1, 2017

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