Three of nine subsectors saw a drop in sales, including new and used car dealers
Economists had expected a 0.4% increase
Sales rose in 8 of 9 subsectors Statistics Canada tracks
The industry wrapped up a solid holiday shopping season, based on early data
Statistics Canada says sales fell in four of nine subsectors
Trips to U.S. remain low, while other foreign travel rises
Survey finds 40% expecting to pass on tariff costs in year ahead
Rise could push Q3 growth to 3%, but job market remains sluggish
New car sales dropped by 3.7% as overall spending weakens
Borrowers took advantage of reduced volatility, lower rates to refinance debt