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Budget 2025 hinges on high expectations for the business community

Prime Minister Mark Carney released the long-awaited Budget 2025 at a time when Canada faces below-potential economic growth.
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Economic Commentary

Nov 07, 2025

Labour Force Survey October 2025: For a change, some respite for the youth in October’s release

While debate continues over whether Budget 2025 delivers on its promises, Canada’s latest jobs report brings encouraging news. Employment rose by 67,000 in October — the second straight monthly gain — nudging the unemployment rate down to 6.9 per cent. Youth unemployment also eased by 0.6 points after months of record highs. Better labour market fundamentals, supported by lower interest rates and steady inflation, is helping Canada stay resilient amid the ebb and flow of tariffs and trade uncertainty.
Economic Commentary

Nov 05, 2025

Budget 2025 hinges on high expectations for the business community

Prime Minister Mark Carney released the long-awaited Budget 2025 at a time when Canada faces below-potential economic growth.
Economic Commentary

Oct 31, 2025

August 2025 GDP: Skipping candy this year

Real GDP growth in August contracted 0.3%.
Economic Commentary

Oct 29, 2025

The end is near: Bank of Canada lowers interest rate to lower-end of the neutral range

The Bank of Canada lowered its interest rate to 2.25%.
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Oct 21, 2025

Key Insights from BDL’s New Report: From Roots to Routes: Immigrant Entrepreneurs and How They Are Shaping Canada’s Trade Future

The latest research report from the Business Data Lab, explores the complex and textured picture of immigrant entrepreneurship in Canada and delves into the potential for these entrepreneurs to advance Canada’s trade diversification efforts.

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