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USMCA boosts rates, adding pressure to housing

The changes to Canada’s trading relationship with the US and Mexico do not, on their own, have big implications for the economy. By removing uncertainty, the agreement will help to keep economic growth at a healthy clip for the next couple of quarters. Unfortunately, that could spell more trouble down the line for the housing market.

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