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February 2023 - The Bank of Canada raised its trend-setting interest rate last month for what is likely to be the last time in this cycle of rate hikes. What does this mean for inflation this year? When could the first rate cut occur? What are the risks?

Canada’s tourism sector accounts for roughly 1.6% of GDP. Learn what entrepreneurs can do to build more competitive tourism businesses.

By Pierre Cléroux

Strong consumption and a rebound in exports will give the economy a boost sufficient to return to growth in 2021.

By Pierre Cléroux

The new measures are aimed at helping bring liquidity into the market in order to manage the challenges companies are facing due to the global pandemic and decline in oil prices. Learn more.

2023 will be marked by an economic slowdown and a lot of uncertainty, but the economy could avoid a recession. Learn more.

By Pierre Cléroux

March 2023 - In addition to the important role household spending plays in fuelling economic growth, changing consumer behaviours also force businesses to adapt and innovate. In the face of inflation and rising interest rates over the past year, can Canadian consumers afford to spend more on what your business offers?

January 2023 - Many entrepreneurs are grappling with high levels of uncertainty in their business as we begin a new year. To help you gain some clarity on your most pressing concerns, this edition of the economic letter answers the top 10 questions BDC economists have been asked in recent months.

December 2022 - Recovery from the short but deep recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is proving to be more difficult than anticipated a year ago. In 2022, the question has shifted from “is this the end of the pandemic" to "are we in a recession."

April 2023 - In recent weeks, the failure of a pair of U.S. banks has raised concerns about the stability of the global financial system in the face of fast rising interest rates. The U.S. situation has calmed in recent weeks, but risks remain. While the Canadian system is solid thanks to its different structure and regulatory framework, a deterioration in the U.S. would obviously have a significant impact on the Canadian economy. What are the risks surrounding the banking system and what does it mean for your business?

April 2024 - Between population growth, housing shortages, the prospect of interest rate cuts, government measures to improve affordability and the announcement of new mortgage rules, it's becoming difficult to get a fix on what's in store for the housing market in 2024. Can we expect market stability? The short answer is not yet.