Moderate price growth is forecast, and arrears is expected to rise slightly
Monthly increase means central bank could pause at July meeting
Weaker labour market, still-high interest rates and dwindling savings to crimp consumer spending
Easing financial conditions cushion impact of slowing global economy
Despite initial cut, monetary policy remains restrictive, and economy faces other headwinds
The central bank kept its rate steady even though inflation has fallen to its 2% target
Fund manager survey finds investor sentiment growing gloomy
HELOCs, credit card balances grow faster than mortgage debt, StatsCan reports
Global rate cycle has turned, but central banks to stay cautious
Trend could reverse given lower interest rates