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Canada’s economy shows glimmers of strength even as trade slows
Economic snapshot
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Canada takes a calmer trade turn. Carney’s tariff drop.
Tariffs drop, easing inflation and a gamble
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Is Canada’s slowing inflation a green light for hiring?
CPI report - July 2025
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Through several indices, growth signals are starting to show, although unevenly
Ivey PMI - July 2025
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Canada’s services sector finds its footing, but hiring hesitation remains
Services PMI - July 2025
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Consumer spending is still strong, which means steady hiring in select areas
RBC consumer spending report
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Canada’s factory sector struggles deepened, with staffing ripples felt nationwide
Manufacturing PMI July 2025
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Sectors and skills; what’s in demand and what’s contracting
Bank of Canada interest rates decision
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Consumer spending is resilient, mitigating some of the labour market's soft spots
Consumers' spending - Q2-2025
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The Staffing industry is reaching a "bumpy plateau" with soft sales and cautious hiring
Bank of Canada's Business Outlook Survey Q2-2025
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Stubborn inflation keeps firms in a holding pattern
Inflation report - June 2025
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Services companies see further contraction, hiring pursued on select industries
June 2025 - Services PMI
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