Employers added just 50,000 jobs last month, the U.S. government reported
Activity slumped in 2025, despite easing rate environment
Decline may continue this year, before reversing in 2027, 2028: Desjardins
Labour market slack suggests rate hikes can likely wait
Gains for wealthy, high-income households to offset weakening job market
Forecasts revised up as stronger-than-expected Q3 data emerges
The “low-hire, low-fire” job market remains in effect, labour department report suggests
Operating environment unfavourable as risks, uncertainty, rise
Central bank sees slowdown in wage gains from collective agreements
Average weekly earnings rose to $1,312: Statistics Canada