Easing prices, including for food, pave the way for a welcome cut in interest rates soon
Labour market metrics remained elevated in fourth quarter, OECD says
Risks remain to the downside for economy, Desjardins says
Unlikely that Fed will see enough support for a June cut, Moody's says
Central bank expects interest rates to land at a higher level — an important consideration for clients with debt
Figures from March will likely delay Fed rate cuts
Data this year have increased central bank’s confidence that inflation will continue to slow
Core inflation stays hot, while food components continue to ease
Robust gains due to weaken as conditions normalize
Affordability, cost of living still weighing on buyers, even as rate cuts appear imminent