The Economic Brief

In this new, reoccurring segment, our CIBC Economics team will offer up a quick take on the most pressing trends that impact our economy. Chief Economist Avery Shenfeld kicks off the series with his thoughts on Canada’s chances of avoiding a recession in 2023.

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The Economic Brief

What trends are we seeing in Canada’s housing market today?

Canada’s housing story is far from one-dimensional, with some areas cooling and others gaining pace. In the latest episode of the Economic Brief, Deputy Chief Economist Benjamin Tal breaks down the dynamics and highlights the strong growth in purpose-built rentals as a key bright spot.

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