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Canadians Are Feeling Less Squeezed — But Fraud Is Rewriting How We Manage Credit

  New data from TransUnion's Q2 2026 Canada Consumer Pulse Study, released July 22, 2026 There's a small but real shift happening in Canadian households right now. After years of headlines about affordability and inflation, a new survey suggests things are slightly less bleak — but Canadians aren't relaxing. They're getting more careful, and increasingly, more worried about fraud than about their credit score. TransUnion's newest Consumer Pulse Study, out today, paints a picture of a country cautiously exhaling — while quietly tightening the locks on its financial front door. The Good News: A Little More Breathing Room For the first time in a while, the numbers aren't all doom. Roughly a quarter of Canadians surveyed said their household income rose over the past three months, and nearly one in four say their finances are running better than they expected this year — the best reading TransUnion has recorded in the past 12 months. Optimism is edging up too: 45% ...

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UK Eyes Economic Accord as a Path to Tariff Relief

The United Kingdom remains optimistic about the prospects of securing the reversal of US-imposed tariffs through an upcoming economic agreement. Officials from Britain view this potential accord as a critical opportunity to strengthen bilateral trade ties and reduce trade barriers that have strained the economic relationship between the two nations.

Negotiations have gained momentum as both parties seek to address key trade issues, including tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other goods. The UK's leadership has expressed hope that removing these tariffs will not only benefit exporters but also foster economic growth on both sides of the Atlantic.

As discussions advance, analysts are closely observing the diplomatic dynamics that will shape the outcome of the agreement. The deal, if finalized, could mark a turning point in the UK-US economic partnership, paving the way for deeper collaboration and mutual prosperity.


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