The 6.8% Pivot: Decoding Canada’s Mixed Signals for the Year Ahead
In the intricate world of global economics, data rarely moves in a straight line. The December 2025 Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada is a perfect example of this complexity.
Canada's Consumers Retreat: Retail Sales Slump Signals Economic Slowdown
The latest data on Canadian retail sales for September 2025 has sounded a cautionary note on the health of consumer spending, a crucial component of the nation's economy. The headline decline suggests that elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty are successfully dampening demand, a key objective of the Bank of Canada (BoC).
Canada’s October Inflation Surprise: How Falling Gas Prices Could Shake the CAD
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for October reveals a slowdown in Canada’s inflation rate, offering both relief for everyday consumers and critical signals for Forex traders.
Canada’s Job Market Surges in October—But Is the “Wicked” Rise Masking Deeper Weakness for the Loonie?
In a twist befitting the Halloween season, Canada’s employment data for October delivered a “wickedly” good surprise. According to Statistics Canada, employment jumped by 66,600, following a solid 60,400 rise in September, fully erasing the mid-summer slump that had worried policymakers and investors alike.
Bank of Canada Faces Tariff Shock: Can Lower Rates Shield the Canadian Dollar from Structural Damage?
The Bank of Canada’s (BoC) latest address before the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy painted a complex picture of the nation’s economic trajectory.
Canada’s GDP Contracts 0.3% in August: What It Means for the Loonie and Forex Traders Worldwide
Canada’s real gross domestic product (GDP) shrank 0.3% in August, reversing most of July’s modest 0.3% expansion. The decline, driven by weakness in both goods-producing and services-producing industries, highlights the fragility of Canada’s economic momentum as the year heads toward its final quarter.
BOC Governor Macklem Highlights Canada’s Trade Challenges and Path Forward
During his speech at the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership Luncheon in Saskatoon, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem emphasized the vital role of trade in Canada’s economy.
Canada’s Surprise Job Loss: What It Means for Your Wallet and Forex Trading
Canada Shocked the Markets: 40,800 Jobs Lost in August
On September 5, 2025, Statistics Canada released its latest Employment Change report — and it caught the markets off guard. Instead of creating new jobs in August, the Canadian economy shed a significant number:
Canada Jobs Data Preview: Will the CAD Find Its Footing in Forex?
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) is about to face a major test. This week, Statistics Canada will release its monthly employment report—a snapshot of how many jobs the country gained or lost last month. For Forex traders, this isn’t just another data point.
Canada’s Jobless Rate on Watch: Will September Data Lift or Sink the Loonie?
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) is once again in the spotlight as Statistics Canada prepares to release its latest unemployment rate report this September. This figure tracks the percentage of Canadians who are unemployed and actively seeking work.
Canada GDP Tomorrow: How It Could Move the Canadian Dollar and Your Wallet
On August 29, 2025, Statistics Canada will release the monthly Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report. GDP measures the total inflation-adjusted value of goods and services produced in Canada, offering a broad snapshot of the country’s economic health.