An in-depth analysis of the key drivers of economic activity in Canada and the US including a discussion of global factors that will affect these near term forecasts. A forward-looking analysis of Canadian, U.S. and international financial market trends including interest rate and currency forecasts.
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Letting it be - central banks hold the line as more clouds roll in
September 13, 2023
The global economic backdrop is darkening as growth slows in China while elevated interest rates weigh on Canada
Macroeconomic Outlook
Canada’s economic engine is gearing down
September 13, 2023
Headwinds from higher interest rates and a slowing global economy are building. Canadian GDP edged 0.2% lower in Q2 of...
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