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CAD: Core Retail Sales m/m

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Kacper MrukMarch 20, 2026Updated: March 15, 20261 min read
CAD: Core Retail Sales m/m

Core Retail Sales m/m is an indicator that measures changes in retail sales, excluding food and energy categories. It is an important indicator of the economy's health, as consumer spending constitutes a large part of GDP. An increase in retail sales may suggest an improvement in economic conditions...

IndicatorValue
Forecast1.2%
Previous0.1%

Core Retail Sales m/m is an indicator that measures changes in retail sales, excluding food and energy categories. It is an important indicator of the economy's health, as consumer spending constitutes a large part of GDP. An increase in retail sales may suggest an improvement in economic conditions and increased consumer confidence.

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The Core Retail Sales m/m result was 0.1%, significantly below the forecast of 1.2% and the previous result. This outcome suggests a weakening of consumer spending, which may negatively impact Canada's economic growth prospects. In the immediate market reaction, we can expect a depreciation of the Canadian dollar and a potential decline in stock indices, while bonds may gain attractiveness. It is important to monitor volatility in the foreign exchange market and investor reactions to inflation and monetary policy data, which could influence further market sentiment.

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