Softer energy prices drive trend, as food, core inflation stable
Higher borrowing costs, refinancing needs may hamper investment
Price pressures remain contained, as energy, core inflation readings stable
Merchandise trade down, services exports up, imports flat in Q4
Preliminary data signals a slowdown to end 2024
Jobless rates unchanged in December, remaining low for the year
Canada led G7 in per capita household income growth
Weaker core inflation offsets rise in energy price pressures
The key labour market metrics remained at record levels in third quarter
Stability in overall inflation conceals conflicting underlying trends