Amid slowing salary growth and a softening job market, many Canadian households are feeling the financial pinch. With salary increases for 2026 projected to slow to just 3.1% as employers tighten budgets, the need for alternative income sources is growing. That’s where dividend stocks—especially resilient ones—can play a critical role, and Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)…
Canada’s services sector shrank for the ninth consecutive month in August, as lingering uncertainty over U.S. tariffs continued to weigh on export demand and overall business confidence, according to S&P Global’s latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data released Thursday. Also Read: Reliable TSX dividend stocks 2025 The headline Services Business Activity Index fell to 48.6…
Canada’s trade deficit narrowed in July, thanks to a rise in exports to the United States—driven largely by increased shipments of crude oil and passenger vehicles—according to data released by Statistics Canada on Thursday. The country posted a merchandise trade deficit of C$4.94 billion ($3.57 billion) for the month, an improvement over June’s C$5.98 billion…
Canadian exporters have largely avoided the brunt of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, thanks to the stabilizing role of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), according to RBC economists Nathan Janzen and Claire Fan. In a recent analysis, they describe CUSMA as a key safeguard that has preserved the flow of cross-border trade even amid unpredictable…
If you’re looking for a reliable, long-term Canadian stock to buy and hold, Granite Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:GRT.UN) should be at the top of your list. While it may not generate buzz like tech or crypto stocks, Granite quietly checks all the boxes that long-term investors care about: dependable income, consistent growth, and resilience…
Former Quebec premier Jean Charest believes Canada may ultimately appreciate the disruptive impact of former U.S. President Donald Trump, saying his actions provided a necessary jolt to the country’s economic thinking. Speaking to business leaders in Quebec City on Tuesday, Charest argued that Trump’s trade policies — particularly his tariff battles — have forced Canada…
Prime Minister Mark Carney says he will personally join efforts to resolve the ongoing trade dispute with China over steep tariffs placed on Canadian canola seed exports. Also Read: How to start investing Canada Speaking in Toronto on Wednesday, Carney stated that he, along with Canada’s international trade and foreign affairs ministers, will be actively…
Home sales in the Greater Vancouver area saw a modest increase in August, rising 2.9% compared to the same month last year, signaling a slow but steady rebound in the housing market. According to Greater Vancouver Realtors, a total of 1,959 homes were sold in August 2025, up from 1,904 in August 2024. Despite the…
Canadian workers should expect more modest pay raises in 2026, as businesses tighten compensation budgets in response to easing inflation and reduced competition for talent. New data from consulting firms Gallagher and Normandin Beaudry indicates that average salary increases are projected to reach 3.1% in 2026. This marks a continued downward trend from 3.5% in…
Canada’s main stock index edged lower on Tuesday, retreating from its record high in the previous session, as investors grew cautious ahead of crucial economic data expected later this week — data that could shape the Bank of Canada’s next move on interest rates. The S&P/TSX Composite Index slipped 0.2% to 28,500.48, with the pullback…
Gold soared to a new all-time high on Tuesday, driven by growing expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts and renewed concerns about the Federal Reserve’s stability and the country’s ballooning debt. Spot gold climbed as much as 1.1% to reach $3,516 per ounce, surpassing its previous record set in April. The rally came amid a…
Canada’s manufacturing industry remained in contraction during August, marking the seventh consecutive month of decline, as manufacturers continued to face subdued export demand, particularly from the United States, along with ongoing logistical and cost pressures, according to data released Tuesday. Also Read: Best beginner investment accounts Canada Despite the continued downturn, the sector showed signs…
Canada’s young job seekers are facing mounting challenges in what experts are calling a “recessionary” employment environment, particularly in the tech sector and other entry-level job markets. A recent report from Indeed Canada reveals that tech job postings have dropped sharply since peaking in early 2022, with junior-level roles down 25% compared to pre-pandemic levels….
Amid ongoing tariff challenges and market volatility, many sectors on the TSX have shown resilience — particularly energy and real estate. Yet, Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A), a standout dividend stock, has slipped 11% from its 52-week high following a disappointing second-quarter earnings report. Despite a 5.2% year-over-year increase in revenue, diluted earnings per share (EPS) fell…
Canada’s economic outlook has dimmed following a third consecutive monthly decline in GDP, raising questions about whether the Bank of Canada will adjust its interest rate stance in September. Statistics Canada reported that GDP shrank by 0.1% in June — the third monthly contraction in a row, marking the first such streak since 2022. On…
