AI will contribute to 1.6% GDP growth this year, a stronger labour market and mid-2% core inflation
AI investment in North America, Asia helps boost outlook
The agency is forecasting a 0.1% increase for November
The economy grew 3.8% in the April–June quarter
Surprise bounceback may be shortlived, with early data for October looking weaker
Employee compensation increased across Canada, while GDP fell in two territories
Statistics Canada pegs annualized growth in Q3 at a tepid 0.4%
Infrastructure spending expected to boost economy
Tariffs weigh on manufacturing but overall growth to hold
Federal government net debt reaches nearly $1 trillion at the end of Q2