Monthly Economic Letter
Your monthly source of news on economic issues
Here you'll find concise data and clear analysis prepared by our team of economists, including interest rates, economic growth, business credit conditions, and more.
In the current issue:
Soaring oil prices: What do they mean for the Canadian economy and entrepreneurs?
In response to Israeli-U.S. strikes that began on February 28, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz—a key oil transit route. This has sent shockwaves through energy markets. The price of crude oil has surged 40% over the past two weeks, with the price even surpassing the US$100 mark. Read more
Archives
- February 2026—Gold volatility: What it says about the economy...and what it means for Canadian entrepreneurs
- January 2026—A year that promises to be eventful
- December 2025—The economy in 2026: Make or break time for Canada?
- November 2025—The Canadian dollar is set to remain weak
- October 2025—Tariffs: Current and future impacts on the Canadian economy
- September 2025—Canada’s labour market hits a speed bump
- July 2025—Should we worry about the One Big Beautiful Bill?
- June 2025—Where are interest rates headed?
- May 2025—Canada’s real estate market sails back into troubled waters
- April 2025—90-day pause on yet another layer of tariffs—what does it mean for Canada, the economy and your business?
- March 2025—The economic impact of tariffs... so far
- February 2025—How your business can thrive in uncertain times