Concerns about what an economic slowdown could mean for Black Canadians weighed on many of those surveyed
Pandemic-era deposits intact, likely to persist amid diminished confidence
Some regions will fare better than others
With positive signs on inflation, a recession this year is less of a sure thing
Job vacancy rates continue to decline, but remain high
As inflation eases, optimism rises
A jump in layoffs and unemployment claims would be an early sign of recession
Three in four CFIB poll respondents said fuel, energy costs create hardship
Retirements may enable employers to avoid mass layoffs in an economic slump, NBF says
Government finances face pressure from rising rates, slowing growth