Canadian stocks forecast to outperform U.S.; investors to diversify
U.S. central bank may get clearer jobs and inflation picture in January when backlogged data is released
Rate hikes likely not needed anytime soon, as cost pressures stable
Strong 2025 has banks poised to face trade, economic challenges
Ongoing supply constraints support prices, even as demand softens
Decision will weigh strong job reports against slowing economy, inflation 'noise'
Labour markets remain "frozen," economist says, while inflation is still above the Fed's target
The job gains were concentrated in part-time positions: Statistics Canada
Tepid growth expectations, downside risks weigh on banks' fortunes
AI boom, equity market wealth effect outpacing tariff drag on growth