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Canadian National Retail Bulletin

Canadian Retail Outpaces U.S. as Values and Weather Drive August Sales

J.C. Williams Group reports Canadian retail sales rose in August, driven by values-led shopping, domestic travel, and warm weather boosts.

Canadian Retail Sales Rise in Early 2025 Amid Tariff and Tax Changes

Canadian retail sales grew 1% YOY in February 2025, driven by discretionary spending, tariff concerns, and changing consumer travel habits.

No Holiday Miracle for Canadian Retailers in December [Analysis]

Canadian retail sales rose 3.7% in December, but food and alcohol sales declined despite tax breaks, highlighting shifting consumer spending trends.

Canadian Retail Sales Face Challenges Despite Black Friday Surge

Retail sales in Canada grew 1.8% YOY, but gains from Black Friday were offset by postal strikes, harsh weather, and the timing of Cyber Monday.

Canadian Retail Sales Decline in September Amid Regional Disparities

Canadian retail sales fell in September, with Toronto and BC seeing declines, while the Prairies and Maritimes show resilience driven by population growth.

Declining Sales and Footfall Plague Canadian Retailers [J.C. Williams Group StatCan Analysis]

The consultancy analyses March data, noting a slowdown in some retail categories and a rise in food prices that led to recent boycotts.

Canadian Retail Sales Promising for Some and Ominous for Others in January [J.C. Williams Group Analysis]

The consultancy analyses StatCan numbers for January, noting spending increases in some areas and decreases in other, setting the tone for 2024.

Canadian Retail Sales Dip: Year-End Drop in Discretionary Spending [J.C. Williams Group Analysis]

2023 Canadian retail sales ended in a lacklustre way, with controlled consumer spending amid a tumultuous year.

Despite Black Friday Records, November Retail Sales in Canada were Lacklustre [J.C. Williams Group Analysis]

Analysis of StatCan numbers tell a different story than what was expected with reporting from Shopify, Square and others.

Canadian Retail Sales Grew in October, Providing Insights to 2024 [J.C. Williams Group Analysis]

Retail sales were a mixed bag, providing insights into what's in store for 2024.

Discretionary Spend Remains Low as Canadian Retail Sales Remain Consistent [JC Williams Group Analysis]

Monthly StatCan numbers indicate a range of category performance numbers for the Canadian retail industry which is seeing headwinds.

Regional Disparities and Wildfires Impact Canadian Retail Sales into Fall 2023 [J.C. Williams Group Analysis]

Significant regional variations driven by housing costs and wildfires are among issues leading to minimal growth.

Canadian Retail Sales: A Slight Recovery Amidst Economic Challenges [J.C. Williams Group Analysis]

The analysis explores the noteworthy trends in the health and wellness sector, the resilience of certain retail categories, and the impending holiday season's strategic considerations for retailers.
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