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May 22, 2026
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Market Outlook: Canada retail sales rise as gas prices squeeze households - BNN Bloomberg
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Canada’s retail sector posted stronger-than-expected growth in March, though economists say the gains were driven almost entirely by higher gasoline prices rather than stronger consumer demand. Statistics Canada reported retail sales increased 0.9 per cent from the previous month, while sales volumes declined.
BNN Bloomberg spoke with Bradley Saunders, North America economist at Capital Economics, who said there are growing signs that elevated fuel prices are weighing on discretionary spending and slowing momentum in the broader economy. He also said the Bank of Canada could move toward a rat…
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