Sales down in December, but not as sharply as feared, a Scotia report said
Robust consumer spending may drive inflation and a rate hike sometime in 2022
Fight over RBG replacement may sideline stimulus efforts
Scotia report proposes fiscal policy strategy to rebuilding economy
Federal deficit higher than expected, but the uncertain future is the bigger worry
Economists say Fitch's rating was driven by forces affecting most economies, not just Canada
Markets are expecting the Bank of Canada to act starting with a rate decision on Wednesday
Seniors have the highest share of mortgages in arrears, Scotiabank notes in a report
If coronavirus is SARS 2.0, direct economic impact will likely be small
European investors lead the charge into Canadian debt