INSIGHTS

5 critical components of your 2023 business strategy
In light of inflationary pressures, economic headwinds, geopolitical risk, and many conflicting so-called leading indicators, a business strategy refresh is paramount.

Canada’s job gains came in hotter than expected as wage growth spiked
The net change in Canada's total employment dropped to 21,800 from a whopping 150,000 increase in January yet remained above the expectations of only 10,000.

Why customer experience is the key to thriving in uncertain economic times
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Canada adds a robust 150,000 jobs in January as wage growth eases
Robust job gains combined with the unemployment rate holding steady near a record low at 5% should push the expectations of a recession-even a mild one-on hold, or at least push them to the second half of the year.

Canadian economy grew by 0.1% in November
Canada's gross domestic product growth remained unchanged in November at 0.1% as tightened monetary policies continued to slow the economy.

The changing landscape of financing U.S.-Canada cross-border transactions
A panel discussion that will address the changing financing landscape on U.S.-Canada transactions

This week in energy: U.S. LNG exports, oil and gas markets, Canada outlook
In this week's energy industry analysis, we look at U.S. LNG exports, oil and gas market conditions and a 2023 outlook for Canada's energy sector.

Financial conditions and Canada’s real economy
Tightening financial conditions are hurting the Canadian economy to the point where the rising risk of a recession and a housing contraction much larger than anticipated cannot be discounted.

New rules for Canadian corporations earning passive income
A summary of the tax implications of earning passive income through controlled foreign affiliates due to proposed legislation.

Bank of Canada increases policy rate to 4.25%
The Bank of Canada raised its policy rate by 50 basis points to 4.25% on Wednesday, the seventh consecutive increase since March.

Navigating workforce challenges: What drives employee satisfaction and retention?
A new RSM survey illustrates the impressions workers have of their employers and the strategies that can attract or retain them moving forward.

Canada inflation remains elevated amid high gas prices
Canada's consumer price index in October rose by 6.9% on a year-over-year basis, matching September’s increase.