Prospectus filings decline, exempt offerings up in 2023, AMF reports
U.K. inflation is forecast to fall below target in the near term
But not in Canada, where population surge weighs on per capita income and real GDP
Weaker food prices help offset rising energy inflation
Forecasters widely expect the Bank of Canada to lower its policy rate in June or July
Board says inflation has remained stubbornly high in recent months
The trend could contribute to higher inflation, raise concerns at the Fed
Work-from-home trend, wealthy retirees drive shifts in U.S. consumer patterns
Many economists envision no rate cuts before September
Higher interest rates are weighing on the economy