Real GDP decreased by 0.1%, in line with consensus expectations
A Desjardins report says the current cycle has some unique characteristics that might support a continued expansion
Wholesale and manufacturing sales also declined for the month
Both wholesale and manufacturing sales fell
Economic indicators will shed light on Canadian inflation and U.S. consumers
The potential for mortgage growth to turn negative will hinge on whether the Canadian housing market declines
Job growth offers reassurance about U.S. economy
But even in the tightened job market, wage growth remained well below inflation
Banks are in a better position to weather a crisis than they were in 2008, report says
Burst of hiring in December comes as financial markets dread a broader economic slowdown