Vikram Barhat

Most analysts now expect an interest rate hold through 2026, barring a setback in US trade negotiations.

Investors could save thousands, depending on which changes are enacted. Three changes are already in effect.

With core inflation moderating but still above the Bank of Canada’s target, the outcome of the free trade deal is key.

Essential year-end tax planning strategies focused on capital gains and losses, RRSPs, and TSFAs.

Sector composition drove much of the Canadian market's outperformance, while other factors contributed.

Manufacturing led the month’s economic contraction.

These forces are shaping the outlook for Canadian stocks in the year ahead. Key Takeaways

Economic recovery and a growing differential in monetary policy versus the US underpin the positive outlook for the loonie in 2026.

The economy and Bank of Canada policy should be supportive, but renewed trade tensions with the US could bring risks.

Analysts agree the moderation isn't enough to warrant another Bank of Canada cut, but it's enough to quash rate hike speculations.