A prolonged period of slower activity is projected
Federal budget did little to invigorate sluggish investment spending
Tax measures are aimed at wealthier individuals and corporations
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland this week stressed fiscal restraint so as not to work against efforts to tame inflation
Concerns about what an economic slowdown could mean for Black Canadians weighed on many of those surveyed
Economists expect unemployment to rise as businesses and consumers curb spending
Vincent will be a member of the governing council but will not hold other responsibilities
The average home price in December was down 12% from a year earlier
The "holy grail" of a soft landing is back in play
Central banks must contend with hot labour market but avoid overtightening