StatCan updates CPI basket to increase food weighting in inflation calculation Food now makes up 16.72% of the basket of goods used to measure the inflation rate Is it time to rethink the pet aisle? Opportunities to win over pet parents extend beyond just food Canada’s jobless rate rises to 6.2% in May as labour market disappoints jobseekers Job market continues to soften as high interest rates weigh on consumers and businesses A sizzling summer with a price tag Despite economic challenges, the resilience and creativity of Canadians ensure that BBQ season remains a cherished time of community and flavour Most Canadians barbecue multiple times a week in the summer: Survey Majority say rising food prices are influencing their grilling preferences Canadians feel grocery inflation getting worse, 18% boycotting Loblaw: poll Leger surveys Canadians on grocery inflation Canada’s inflation rate falls to 2.7% in April as price growth slows across economy Grocery prices grew at a modest pace, rising 1.4% from a year ago Employment jumps by 90,000 in April, raising doubts about June interest rate cut Canada's job market has cooled significantly over the last year Want lower food prices? Sure, but be careful what you wish for Many Canadians understandably desire lower food prices. However, what often goes unnoticed are the long-term consequences of such reductions Canadians value grocery rewards over other loyalty programs: Survey Givex finds consumers are also dining out less compared to last year First Previous 8 9 10 11 12 Next Last
