Rate hold means status quo for Canada’s struggling housing market: experts
Economic uncertainty has quashed hopes of a housing pickup in 2025
- By: Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press
- April 16, 2025 April 16, 2025
- 14:15
Economic uncertainty has quashed hopes of a housing pickup in 2025
U.K. regulator consults on changes to rules under new retail product regime
Trade turmoil, market uncertainty to drive weaker growth, higher inflation
Central bank cites uncertainty around tariffs and competing risks of inflation and recession
In quarterly terms the economy expanded 1.2% in January-March, slowing from 1.6% in Q4
Surge in auto and electronics purchases drives retail gains
Consumer prices rose less than expected, potentially paving the way for another interest rate cut next month
Most households highly exposed to stocks, the rest to real estate: NBF
Here's a quick checklist ahead of the April 30 filing deadline
Money market ETFs, tokenization threatening to shake up sector
Inflation slowdown gives the central bank "breathing room," Desjardins economist says
Regulation addresses liquidity, stability risks revealed by pandemic
'Hot print' from Micron Technologies boosted enthusiasm for tech stocks, says portfolio manager
Central bank sees slowdown in wage gains from collective agreements
Rise in benchmark short-term rate to 0.75% is aimed at curbing inflation
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
Execs that previously pleaded guilty in fraud case accept regulatory sanctions
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
QAFP exam has one more sitting before title protection transition ends
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record