Consumer Confidence

• McDonald’s says sales keep falling as diners hit by high prices

  McDonald's reports first-quarter sales declined more than expected globally, particularly in the United States as economic worries and high prices continue to pressure consumers.

  Consumer

  May 1, 2025
  
• Tariff threats ‘substantially erased’ economic rebound: Canadian Tire CEO

  Canadian Tire's CEO says consumer confidence could also be dramatically impeded by a range of tariffs U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened Canada with.

  Canada

  Feb 13, 2025
  
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• All-in-1: Dartmouth dealership opens spa to pamper you and your car

  The car dealership also tossed around the idea of putting in a gym but decided a spa made more sense.

  Consumer

  Nov 12, 2018
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• American consumers showing more confidence in U.S. economy

  A strong job market and low gasoline prices is boosting U.S. consumer confidence. The mood among Canadian households meanwhile is headed in the opposite direction.

  Consumer

  Jan 26, 2016
• Consumer confidence is surprisingly high — but falling: poll

  Fresh poll numbers out Monday show consumer confidence remains relatively high in the face of economic headwinds. The outlook is dimming though.

  Canada

  Jan 11, 2016
• Stalling auto sales, real estate show ‘cracks’ in Canadian consumer

  Sales of big-ticket items like new vehicles and homes have surged in recent years amid cheap borrowing rates. The consumer spending spree may now be petering out.

  Canada

  Jan 6, 2016
• Albertans least confident about finances, but most Canadians still upbeat

  A majority of Canadians remain confident about their finances heading into 2016, but the percentage holding a positive view is down from a year ago, according to a new poll.

  Canada

  Jan 4, 2016
• 5 things to know about Canada’s economic ‘rebound’ right now

  Canada's economy is officially back in growth mode, new data confirms — but it's far from out of the woods. Here's why.

  Canada

  Dec 1, 2015
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• Canadian Tire says country on a spending spree – except in Alberta

  Albertans dial back on trips to Canadian Tire and Mark's Work Wearhouse as province copes with energy downturn. But elsewhere business is booming.

  Canada

  Nov 12, 2015
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• U.S. consumers power on despite dicey markets, growth worries

  U.S. consumer spending rose at a healthy rate in August, while income growth slowed after a big jump in July.

  Consumer

  Sep 28, 2015