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Forward looking expectations on the Canadian economy continue to slide (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Canadian consumer confidence continues in negative territory as people grapple with the uncertainty related to tariffs and the economic environment.  Of note, negative views on the future strength of the Canadian economy remain high and there has been a four week decline in perceptions on the increased value of real estate. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data… Continue Reading Forward looking expectations on the Canadian economy continue to slide (Bloomberg/Nanos)

3 in 4 Canadians reject the idea of an economic union with the US where Canada would adopt the US do...

Presented with the idea of an economic union with the United-States similar to the European Union but where Canada adopts the US dollar as its currency, most Canadians oppose (65%) or somewhat oppose (10%) this. About one in five support (nine per cent) or somewhat support (11%) this. Opposition is stronger among women (80%) than… Continue Reading 3 in 4 Canadians reject the idea of an economic union with the US where Canada would adopt the US dollar (CTV News/Nanos)

Forward looking expectations continue to cycle into negative territory in wake of Trump tariff threa...

Although personal finances and job security continue to be stable, views on the future strength of the Canadian economy and the future value of real estate continue to trend negatively. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) telephone random survey of 1,024 respondents in Canada. This report is… Continue Reading Forward looking expectations continue to cycle into negative territory in wake of Trump tariff threats (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Forward looking expectations hits a 98 week low (Bloomberg/ Nanos)

The Expectations Sub-indice which tracks views on the future strength of the Canadian economy and the future value of real estate hit a 98 week low in the Nanos tracking.  The Sub-indice has not been this low since April 2023. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) telephone… Continue Reading Forward looking expectations hits a 98 week low (Bloomberg/ Nanos)

Forward looking expectations slide in wake of Trump steel and aluminum tariff threat (nanos/Bloomber...

After stabilizing for a couple of weeks the forward looking Expectations Sub-indice slid concurrently with US President Donald Trump announcing steel and aluminum tariffs on Canada. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) telephone random survey of 1,018 respondents in Canada. This report is based on the four… Continue Reading Forward looking expectations slide in wake of Trump steel and aluminum tariff threat (nanos/Bloomberg)

Most Ontarians are concerned about the impact of possible US tariffs on Ontario’s economy (CTV News

In a striking display of unity, a significant majority of Ontarians have voiced their concerns regarding the potential impact of proposed tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump on the Ontario economy. This apprehension spans across all regions and demographic groups, highlighting the pervasive anxiety about the economic repercussions of such trade policies. -Nik Nanos, Chief… Continue Reading Most Ontarians are concerned about the impact of possible US tariffs on Ontario’s economy (CTV News/Nanos)

Ontarians say that healthcare and the economy are the most important issues influencing how they wil...

Although the rationale to call the election was Trump, only 14 per cent of Ontarians believe that is the most important issue that would influence their vote. Ontarians want to hear about healthcare and jobs. Dealing with Trump as a key factor influencing voters, does not rank first in any region or demographic group. -Nik… Continue Reading Ontarians say that healthcare and the economy are the most important issues influencing how they will vote in the upcoming provincial election (CTV News/Nanos)

Canadians support export tax on oil and tariffs on US imports in response to US tariffs (Bloomberg/N...

Just over four in five Canadians (82%) support or somewhat support Canada putting an export tax on the oil it exports to the US to raise the price for American consumers and industry if President Donald Trump puts tariffs on Canadian goods but exempts oil while over one in ten (14%) oppose or somewhat oppose… Continue Reading Canadians support export tax on oil and tariffs on US imports in response to US tariffs (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Consumer confidence hovering near neutral (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Canadian consumer confidence, after realizing a decline in positivity following the election of US President Donald Trump, continues to hover in neutral territory. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) telephone random survey of 1,025 respondents in Canada. This report is based on the four waves of tracking… Continue Reading Consumer confidence hovering near neutral (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Consumer confidence slowly improving after a post Trump-win decline (Bloomberg/Nanos)

Canadian consumer confidence is showing some signs of improvement.  In the period following the election of Donald Trump, confidence declined.  In the past few weeks confidence stabilized in neutral and a new positive trendline may be emerging. -Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist Nanos conducted an RDD dual frame (land- and cell-lines) telephone random survey of… Continue Reading Consumer confidence slowly improving after a post Trump-win decline (Bloomberg/Nanos)