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Canadian retail economy
Q1 2026 Retail Economy Retail Report: Inflation Sticks, Consumers Trade Down
Craig Patterson
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May 21, 2026
Q1 2026 saw sticky food inflation, oil-driven cost risk, and cautious consumers reshape strategy. Winners lean value; independents, restaurants, and duty-free feel it.
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