Some positivity for the new year according to the latest from the syrup swiggers central bank

Survey time in Canada, well, it was about a month ago. The latest outlook report from the BOC shows improving sentiment among Canadian firms.

Details of the BOC survey

Some comments alongside the numbers;

  • Energy firms still see curtailing investment
  • Few anticipate difficulties meeting demand
  • Outlook for domestic sales remain guarded
  • Labour indicators point to widespread slack
  • Majority are seeing benefits from the dollar

Not a market mover but something to gauge sentiment