The Resilient North: Equifax Canada Data Shows Consumers Leaning on Financial Discipline to Offset Macroeconomic Conditions

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The Resilient North: Equifax Canada Data Shows Consumers Leaning on Financial Discipline to Offset Macroeconomic Conditions

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Canadian insolvency volumes have reached their highest levels since 2009, with an 18.8% year-over-year increase. — Hitting a 17-year high in insolvencies signals systemic financial distress and a significant increase in credit risk for lenders.

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Homeowner insolvency volumes jumped by more than 11% over Q4 2025. — Rising mortgage-related insolvencies indicate that high interest rates are actively breaking the affordability threshold for homeowners.

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New captive auto loans fell nearly 5% to a three-year low and bank installment loan volumes dropped 9.5%. — Significant drops in auto and installment lending suggest a sharp contraction in consumer durable spending and automotive sector health.

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The Resilient North: Equifax Canada Data Shows Consumers Leaning on Financial Discipline to Offset Macroeconomic Conditions

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