Canadian Economic Growth (Real GDP Q1) – May 30, 2025

Canada’s economy showed modest but notable growth in the first quarter of 2025, with real GDP rising by 0.5 per cent, translating to an annualized rate of 2.2 per cent. This follows a March increase of 0.1 per cent, rebounding from February’s 0.2 per cent decline. Key Highlights: ✅ Goods-producing s

Canadian Home Sales Slump Pauses in April as National Average Price Falls

Canada’s home sales slump paused in April, according to the latest data from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). Before we take a deeper look into why, here’s an overview of the latest Canadian housing market data: National home sales were essentially unchanged (-0.1%) in April compared to

Canadian Retail Sales (March 2025) – May 23, 2025

Canadian retail sales saw a healthy uptick in March, offering a positive sign of consumer resilience amid broader economic uncertainties. According to Statistics Canada, retail sales rose by 0.8% month-over-month to reach $69.8 billion. On a year-over-year basis, that’s a 5.6% increase, driven in pa