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Canada’s economy shrank in August due to strikes, drought, and weak sectors, but showed early signs of recovery in September.
Canada’s economy contracted 0.3% in August, reversing July’s gain, driven by an Air Canada strike, drought-related hydroelectric losses, and declines in mining, manufacturing, and wholesale trade.
Despite the setback, early estimates show a 0.1% monthly rebound in September, with third-quarter annualized growth projected at 0.4%, potentially avoiding a technical recession.
The Bank of Canada held rates steady at 2.25%, signaling caution on further cuts unless data significantly deviates from forecasts.
Officials cite temporary factors as key contributors, with upcoming fiscal stimulus and the Blue Jays’ playoff run seen as potential near-term supports.
Final GDP data is due November 28.
La economía de Canadá se contrajo en agosto debido a las huelgas, la sequía y los sectores débiles, pero mostró signos tempranos de recuperación en septiembre.