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Canadians Cutting Back on Dining Out (54%) and Entertainment (46%) to Save Money Amidst Decades-High Inflation
Others Looking at Flyers for Sales (51%), Putting off New Purchases (47%), Couponing (31%), Eating Less Meat (24%), or Fresh Fruit and Vegetables (22%) in Order to Cope
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One in Three (32%) Pre-Retirees Expect to Outlive Their Retirement Savings by at Least 10 Years
Only One in Five (20%) Pre-Retirees Aged 50+ Have a Formal Financial Plan
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The Most Influential Brands in Canada, 2021
While Google is everyone’s Most Influential Brand in Canada, this year’s report identifies some differences across generations.
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Inflation Accelerates into Top-Three Retirement Worries among Canadians
Growing Proportion of Canadians Now Have an RRSP (53%, Up 7 points Since Last Year)
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Finances, Forecasts and Fireworks: Four in Ten (41%) Canadians are Hailing in the New Year with a Resolution about their Financial Wellbeing
Almost Half (48%) are Determined to Pay Off Their Debts Despite Inflationary Pressures, But Are Equally Concerned About the Price of Groceries and Food
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Amid Inflation, Supply Chain Challenges, and Ongoing Pandemic, Canadians Approaching Holiday Spending with Caution
Feeling More Financially Secure May Not Necessarily Translate into More Holiday Spending
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Living for Today, Not Tomorrow: Majority (54%) Do Not Have A Financial Plan for Retirement.
The Pandemic Has Exacerbated the Situation, Impacting the Retirement Timelines of as Many as One in Four (23%) Non-Retirees.
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Canadians Divided When it Comes to Canada’s Future Economic Direction
Balancing the budget, lowering taxes, or investing in government programs all have public support
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Home Buying Intentions in Ontario Hold Steady (19%), With Likely Buyers Anticipating Paying 12% More for a Home in the Next Year
Main Reasons for Home Buying Include Needing More Space (21%), Low Interest Rates (12%), and Life Changes Due to Pandemic (9%)
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Government Disservice: Most (79%) Older Canadians Think Government-Run Savings Plans, Such As RRSP, CPP & OAS, Don’t Adequately Prepare Them for Retirement
Nearly Half (45%) Believe Accessing the Equity in Their Homes Should Be a Part of Retirement Planning