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CA Capacity Utilization Rate

Monitor the CA Capacity Utilization Rate to gauge inflation risks as producers raise prices.

Overview

This is a key indicator of consumer inflation. When producers approach full capacity, they tend to increase prices, which often results in higher costs for consumers.

Key Information

What it Measures

It reflects the percentage of resources currently being used by manufacturers, construction companies, mines, oil extractors, and utilities.

Usual Effect

When the 'Actual' figure exceeds the 'Forecast', it is considered positive for the currency.

Source & Frequency

Statistics Canada (latest release) - https://www.statcan.gc.ca/en/ • This data is published quarterly, approximately 70 days after the end of each quarter.

How Data is Derived

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Also Known As

Industrial Capacity Utilization Rate

Acronym

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Historic Data