Economic Indicators

For most Canadians, home ownership is just a dream

According to a poll from Manulife Bank, 75% of adults in Canada say they can’t afford a home

By Staff |June 16, 2021

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May home sales fell 7.4%, but on pace for record level this year: CREA

Sales are expected to reach typical levels through the latter half of 2021 and into 2022

By Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press |June 15, 2021

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Fitch boosts growth, inflation forecasts

The inflation spike is likely temporary, but a Fed hike could come sooner than previously expected

By James Langton |June 15, 2021

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May retail sales fell 1.3% as Americans spend less on goods

Spending is expecting to shift to services from goods through the rest of the year

By Joseph Pisani, The Associated Press |June 15, 2021

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