Households' net financial assets saw the largest increase on record
The result came after a trade deficit of $6.4 billion in August
At the same time, continuing claims are at their lowest level since April
Trips to U.S. remain low, while other foreign travel rises
This week, Beijing reported that its trade surplus for 2025 had already exceeded a record $1T
Rate hikes likely not needed anytime soon, as cost pressures stable
Strong 2025 has banks poised to face trade, economic challenges
U.S. tariffs and a decline in public investment both took a toll
The job gains were concentrated in part-time positions: Statistics Canada
Tepid growth expectations, downside risks weigh on banks' fortunes