Declining energy prices eased inflationary pressure for the second straight month
The goods deficit narrowed in December while trade stayed in surplus for the full year
Construction, accommodation and food services saw the biggest increase in insolvencies
Strong demand, tight supply supporting prices even as rates rise, Fitch reports
The loonie's performance is highly contingent on external developments
Growth forecast largely unchanged, inflation expectations edge up
Rating agencies see credit challenges growing as macro conditions hit company finances
Few want to sell, fewer looking to buy, January sales down 44.6% year over year
Policymakers hope to bring down inflation by reducing job openings
Output should grow 2.9%, global inflation should fall to 6.6%