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Canada's GDP Report Is Out Today — Here's What It Means for Your Wallet

Canada GDP Report June 2026 — MoneySavings.ca This morning, Statistics Canada releases its GDP by industry data for April 2026 — along with a flash estimate for May. The timing couldn't be more significant: Canada has technically entered a recession, and the Bank of Canada's next rate decision is just two weeks away on July 15 . Here's what today's report means for your mortgage, your job, and your savings — in plain English. What Is GDP and Why Does Today's Number Matter? GDP — Gross Domestic Product — is the broadest scorecard for how well Canada's economy is performing. It measures the total value of everything the country produces: goods, services, output across every industry. When GDP grows, businesses expand, hiring picks up, and incomes tend to rise. When it shrinks, the opposite happens. Today's release covers April 2026 data, plus Statistics Canada's advance estimate for May. The number that comes out this morning will either confirm that Cana...

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Israel Successfully Intercepts Houthi Missile from Yemen


The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) successfully intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels late Monday night. The missile was intercepted before it entered Israeli airspace, triggering sirens across central Israel. Fortunately, there were no reports of casualties or major damage.

The Houthi rebels have been launching missiles and drones at Israel since the start of the war in Gaza on October 7, 2023, claiming solidarity with Palestinians. This recent attack is part of a series of missile launches aimed at Israel, with the Houthis vowing to continue their assaults until the Gaza conflict ends.

In response to the missile launch, Israel conducted retaliatory strikes targeting Houthi infrastructure, including the Sanaa International Airport and power stations. The United States and the United Kingdom have also conducted strikes against Houthi targets in the Red Sea area.

The situation remains tense as both sides continue their attacks, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation in the region.




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