Leading indicators see weakening in still-strong recoveries
RBC cuts 2021 provincial forecasts, despite positive momentum in most regions
Mortgage borrowing jumps amid low rates, tougher rules
The economy added 90,000 jobs in August, while the unemployment rate fell to 7.1% for the month
Disruptions prove more significant than expected, as demand remains robust
Overall share of households in Canada reporting financial difficulty has declined during the pandemic
Companies' short-term economic concerns are compounded by the Delta variant
Meanwhile, inflation over the past 12 months hit its fastest pace in three decades
The drop in the deficit came as spending dropped compared with a year ago
The preliminary estimate for July, however, suggests sales may have dipped last month