Impact of Iran war threatens to derail spending after 'solid' report
Sales rose in six of nine subsectors, led by motor vehicle and parts dealers
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