Keywords: Canadian economy


Trade War: Canada Imposes Tariffs of Up to 50% on American Products

The trade standoff between Canada and the United States has reached a new level. Starting September 8, Ottawa will impose tariffs ranging from 15% to 50% on a selection of American products, in response to new tariffs imposed by Washington on Canadian imports. This retaliation comes amid a breakdown......

Canada records $28.4 billion in tourism spending during the first quarter of 2026

Canada’s tourism sector recorded total spending of $28.4 billion during the first quarter of 2026, marking a slight increase of 0.1% compared with the previous quarter, according to data from Statistics Canada. International visitors contributed significantly to the sector’s performance,......

Canadian dollar climbs to eight-week high after strong employment figures

The Canadian dollar strengthened to its highest level in nearly two months on Friday after a robust employment report reinforced confidence in Canada's economic momentum while weaker-than-expected U.S. labor data weighed on the U.S. dollar. The currency appreciated against its U.S. counterpart,......

Canada's services sector remains under pressure despite July PMI improvement

Canada's services industry showed modest signs of stabilization in July, but the sector continued to operate below growth territory as persistent economic uncertainty weighed on demand and business confidence. According to the latest S&P Global Canada Services PMI survey, the Business Activity......

Bank of Canada expected to keep interest rates unchanged as inflation pressures ease

The Bank of Canada (BoC) is widely expected to leave its benchmark overnight interest rate unchanged at 2.25% during its upcoming policy meeting on July 15, reflecting growing confidence that inflation is stabilizing while the country's economic recovery continues to strengthen. A Reuters survey......

Canadian business inflation expectations ease after Middle East ceasefire, Bank of Canada survey shows

Canadian businesses have become more optimistic about the inflation outlook following the easing of tensions in the Middle East, according to the latest Bank of Canada (BoC) business surveys, suggesting that geopolitical developments have helped reduce concerns over rising costs and economic uncertainty. The......

Canada manufacturing PMI rises as factory growth persists despite supply chain pressures

Canada's manufacturing sector maintained its growth momentum in June, extending a six-month expansion streak even as supply chain disruptions and higher input costs continued to weigh on producers. According to the latest data from S&P Global, the Canada Manufacturing Purchasing Managers'......

Canada’s unemployment rate reaches six-month high as full-time jobs decline

Canada’s labor market showed renewed signs of weakness in April as the national unemployment rate climbed to its highest level in six months. The latest figures point to growing pressure on the economy amid trade tensions, slowing business confidence, and global economic uncertainty. According......