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Breaking down 5 key stats to help you interpret the economy

Breaking down 5 key stats to help you interpret the economy

Update: 2025-09-101
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The economy seems to be top of mind for most Canadians’ right now. But it can be hard to understand which stats actually matter and what they mean for us. So, Scotiabank Senior Economist Farah Omran is back this episode to break down five key economic indicators to help you better interpret the state of the economy and understand the headlines. 
  


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Key moments this episode: 


1:44 – Why understanding economic indicators is especially important now 


2:19 – Indicator #1: Inflation 


6:35 – Indicator #2: GDP growth 


10:41 – Indicator #3: Unemployment rate 


13:55 – Indicator #4: Bank of Canada policy rate 


18:25 – Indicator #5: Housing prices 


21:17 – Bonus indicator: Productivity 

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Breaking down 5 key stats to help you interpret the economy

Breaking down 5 key stats to help you interpret the economy

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