Stress test impact, Carney reducing spending, Halifax affordability crisis, Return to office, More

View in browser Stress test changes could unlock more Toronto buying opportunities, says broker View web version | Forward to a colleague 08 July 2025 Top News Stress test changes could unlock more Toronto buying opportunities, says broker Are rule changes the key to bringing buyers back to the beleaguered market? Carney government seeks to cut spending, trim public sector fat Will housing priorities take a hit? Halifax housing costs now on par with Toronto, opposition says Chender urges province to restore housing minister role and control rising rents Can stricter remote-working mandates tighten Canadian office vacancies? A huge rise in available downtown office space has been a leading trend in the commercial real estate market of recent years Canada's slower immigration could mean higher wages – but a softer housing market Forecast sees job market resilience, fewer rate cuts, and muted momentum in home sales Trade dispute harming growth, shaking Canadian employment outlook Optimism on the wane among Canadians about job prospects Trump hits pause on more tariffs, exposing limits in dealmaking approach April tariffs have now been pushed back again International News Gen Z is hesitant to purchase homes. Here's how brokers can help Faced with high debt and low affordability, Gen Z buyers in search of more than listings Rates pricing heats up among major lenders Falling swap rates intensify activity Why did the RBA decide against cutting interest rates? Board votes 6-3 on holding rate at 3.85% NZ housing market dips as buyers gain leverage National values dip 0.3%, but regional gains shine through, QV data shows Want to change how you receive these emails? You can manage your preferences or unsubscribe. © 2025 KM Business Information Canada Ltd. 317 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, ON Privacy | Conditions of Use | About us | Contact us

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