The Bank of Canada's rate hikes have put the brakes on the nation's economy, according to 90% of senior business leaders recently surveyed by Chartered Professional Accountants Canada.
The Bank of Canada's rate hikes have put the brakes on the nation's economy, according to 90% of senior business leaders recently surveyed by Chartered Professional Accountants Canada. CPA Canada says 71% of respondents to its survey reported rates at the current level are having a negative impact on their own company.
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