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• Inflation ticked up to 2.4% in December: StatCan

  Statistics Canada says the end of the federal government’s tax holiday a year earlier pushed the annual pace of inflation up two ticks to 2.4 per cent in December.

  Economy

  Jan 19
• 6 in 10 Canadians expect the economy to get worse in 2026, survey finds

  Almost three in four (71 per cent) of Canadians expect higher living costs and 59 per cent said they expect the overall economy to worsen, a new survey shows.

  Economy

  Jan 12
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• Here are 5 tips to stick to your New Year’s financial resolutions in 2026

  Personal finance experts agree that the way you approach, structure and keep tabs on your financial goals dictates how successful you are in maintaining them throughout the year.

  Canada

  Dec 26, 2025
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• Here’s how to ‘say no’ to holiday parties if you’re feeling the pinch

  Even if opting out isn't an option, here's what experts recommend for trying to navigate finances during a strained holiday season of gatherings and office parties.

  Consumer

  Dec 16, 2025
• Lululemon sales fall in North America as consumers tighten their wallets

  Canadian apparel brand Lululemon reported quarterly earnings that showed sales dropped in North America as many Canadians grapple with the high cost of living.

  Consumer

  Dec 12, 2025
• ‘Prices have not come down,’ says Bank of Canada after holding rates

  The Bank of Canada held its benchmark lending rate unchanged at 2.25 per cent in the final monetary policy update for 2025.

  Economy

  Dec 10, 2025
• Canadian parents may ‘underestimate’ the cost of raising a family, says RBC

  Most parents are surprised at just how expensive it can be to raise a family amid the high cost of living in Canada, according to the latest survey study.

  Consumer

  Dec 9, 2025
• ‘Buy now, pay later’ use jumped this Black Friday weekend, data shows

  Shoppers were busy during the Black Friday holiday shopping period with data showing an increase in customers financing their purchases using buy now, pay later payment programs.

  Consumer

  Dec 1, 2025
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• Consumers may not be feeling as ‘rosy’ as the economy appears to be

  Good news indicators on inflation, the job market and economy may be overshadowing the struggles faced by many consumers as data shows not all are ready to celebrate.

  Consumer

  Nov 28, 2025
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• With the high cost of living, experts warn against dipping into savings

  As Canadians grapple with the stress of the high cost of living, experts weigh in on the financial risks of withdrawing from savings to make ends meet.

  Consumer

  Nov 27, 2025