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Canadian consumers have been splurging on interest-rate sensitive sectors including durable goods like furniture and appliances, despite a 1% decline in disposable income in the first quarter, drawing down their pandemic savings.

From Reuters • Jun. 12, 2023

Consumers returning to pre-pandemic routines after staying at home for months have been splurging on sneakers for running and hiking, driving up sales of shoemakers.

From Reuters • Feb. 23, 2022