Desjardins Group says business investment will be weak in 2026, another risk-off year
Respondents see signs of recovery after a year of weak sales
Survey finds 40% expecting to pass on tariff costs in year ahead
How advisors and planners in the Report Card series rated their industry channels collectively
82% of Canadian businesses believe U.S. tariffs are here to stay, firm's survey finds
BoC survey results raise economists' expectations of a rate cut this month
This isn’t just an entrepreneur’s issue. It directly affects the advisors and institutions who serve these businesses
28% of firms surveyed in Q2 said they expect a recession
Weakening economy and high interest rates push businesses to rein in hiring
Markets may be overly optimistic that central banks will lower rates this year