Women feeling the brunt of the downturn
Consumers remain cautious and expect to curtail spending this holiday season
Weak support for automaker bailouts, even In Ontario
Conference Board index plummets to lowest level since 1982
Feel-rich tipping point for Canadians is $296,000
Lower energy costs ease worries
TD Canada Trust, President's Choice Financial rank highest in customer satisfaction
Higher incomes, lower prices for other goods have partially offset the cost gasoline consumption
More consumers to put off making major purchases
Possibility of an election has Canadians concerned about continuing prosperity