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Economic Commentary

Apr 30, 2025

February 2025 GDP: The Canadian economy can’t catch a break, but it can catch a cold.

Canada’s economy contracted 0.2% in February 2025, below expectations.

Trade Commentary

Apr 29, 2025

How to Undermine U.S. Manufacturing: Debunking Aluminum Tariff Myths

Canada supplies nearly half of all U.S. primary aluminum — and does it cleaner, cheaper, and more reliably than any other source. That aluminum feeds essential downstream industries in the U.S., from automotive and aerospace to construction and packaging.

Economic Commentary

Apr 16, 2025

Tipping the scale: Bank of Canada aims to reset pace and prioritize inflation expectations

The Bank of Canada held its interest rate at 2.75%.

Trade Commentary

Apr 15, 2025

How to Create an Energy Emergency: Debunking Crude Oil Tariff Myths

Geographic proximity and established pipelines make Canadian oil not just economically competitive but essential to maintaining U.S. refining efficiency and energy security.

Economic Commentary

Apr 15, 2025

March 2025 CPI: Prices grounded as Canadian travel to the U.S. ebbs

Inflation grew 2.3% in March, following an increase of 2.6% last month. Some categories experienced stronger monthly growth following the end of the temporary GST break on February 15.

How to Undermine U.S. Manufacturing: Debunking Aluminum Tariff Myths

February 2025 GDP: The Canadian economy can’t catch a break, but it can catch a cold.

How to Undermine U.S. Manufacturing: Debunking Aluminum Tariff Myths

Tipping the scale: Bank of Canada aims to reset pace and prioritize inflation expectations

How to Create an Energy Emergency: Debunking Crude Oil Tariff Myths

March 2025 CPI: Prices grounded as Canadian travel to the U.S. ebbs

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