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07 Sep 2026, 14:25
Canada’s Leading Index Growth Slows to 0.13% in August
Canada’s Leading Index increased 0.13% month over month in August, signaling continued but moderating momentum in the Canadian economy.
The latest reading slowed from a 0.17% increase in July.
The index is designed to provide an early indication of changes in economic activity, making the slowdown a sign that growth momentum may be losing some strength heading into the latter part of the year.
Canada’s Leading Index increased 0.13% month over month in August, signaling continued but moderating momentum in the Canadian economy.
The latest reading slowed from a 0.17% increase in July.
The index is designed to provide an early indication of changes in economic activity, making the slowdown a sign that growth momentum may be losing some strength heading into the latter part of the year.
