Forecasts revised up as stronger-than-expected Q3 data emerges
Leaders flag national security as a pressing concern
The economy grew 3.8% in the April–June quarter
Statistics Canada says sales fell in four of nine subsectors
Widespread downgrades not forecast, as companies have buffers
Younger Canadians, parents feel pressure to spend
AI boom, equity market wealth effect outpacing tariff drag on growth
Economists cautious on equities, despite higher GDP expectations
Stable economic growth seen boosting bank profits, asset quality
Entertainment spending soars in October amid playoff enthusiasm