Before the prospect of U.S. tariffs, most provinces had been expecting their fiscal situations to improve in 2025
Curbs on foreign workers will hurt in short run, but represent a return to pre-pandemic levels
Newfound focus on bilateral trade may reshape global practices
The U.S. housing market has been in a sales slump dating back to 2022
Trump has threatened blanket 25% tariffs on Canadian goods, with the exception of 10% tariffs on energy
Sales were boosted by gains at food and beverage retailers, motor vehicle and parts dealers
Preliminary data signals a slowdown to end 2024
Despite stronger inflation, jobs, BoC may still cut rates
Higher crude costs drive raw material, industrial product prices
Credit card balances surge, mortgage debt climbs