Canadian New Housing Price Index MoM (Jan) M/M -0.4% vs. Exp. 0.1% (Prev. -0.2%)

The Canadian New Housing Price Index printing at -0.4% versus an expected increase of 0.1% suggests a notable slowdown in housing prices, which could indicate weakening demand in the sector.

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Canadian New Housing Price Index MoM (Jan) M/M -0.4% vs. Exp. 0.1% (Prev. -0.2%)

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This decline, particularly after a previous decrease of -0.2%, may affect future monetary policy considerations, particularly around rate hikes, as it points to softer inflationary pressures in real estate.

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