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CAD: Core Retail Sales m/m

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Kacper MrukApril 24, 2026Updated: April 24, 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. Steady growth in retail sales may suggest a healthy economy and increased con...

IndicatorValue
Actual0.5%
Forecast0.8%
Previous0.8%

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. Steady growth in retail sales may suggest a healthy economy and increased consumer confidence.

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The data for Core Retail Sales in Canada came in at 0.5%, which is below the forecast and the previous figure of 0.8%. This result suggests a weakening of consumer spending, which could negatively impact economic growth prospects. In response to this data, a depreciation of the Canadian dollar can be expected, as well as a potential decline in stock indices. It is important to monitor market sentiment and volatility, as well as reactions to yield curves and the DXY index, to better assess future market directions.

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