In the upcoming week, several key events in the Canadian business landscape are set to take place, providing insights into the state of the economy and individual sectors. Here are five critical items to monitor:
Bank of Canada Deliberations
The Bank of Canada is scheduled to release its summary of deliberations related to its recent interest rate decision on Wednesday. The central bank opted to keep its policy interest rate steady at 2.25 percent. In a recent address, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem emphasized the necessity for Canadian businesses to "lean into" the structural shifts occurring in the economy. This summary may offer insights into the bank's strategic thinking and priorities in navigating economic challenges.
Insurance Sector Earnings Reports
This week, several of Canada’s leading life insurance companies will report their financial outcomes for the fourth quarter and the full 2026 fiscal year. Major players such as Great-West Lifeco Inc., Manulife Financial Corp., and Sun Life Financial are expected to disclose their earnings after markets close on Wednesday. As these firms reveal their financial health, analysts will be closely watching key metrics that reflect industry trends and consumer demand in the insurance sector.
Bombardier's Financial Results
On Thursday morning, before the start of financial market operations, Bombardier Inc. will publish its fourth-quarter results. The aircraft manufacturer has been in the news recently, notably when U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to ground Canadian-made aircraft and impose tariffs if Canada did not certify the Gulfstream G700 and G800 luxury jets. The company's financial results will provide clarity on its performance amid these geopolitical pressures.
Air Canada’s Earnings Release
Air Canada is set to unveil its fourth-quarter results on Friday morning, also before markets open. The airline has been increasing its number of domestic flights while expanding routes to destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. This shift comes as Canadian travellers increasingly avoid U.S. destinations, and the earnings report may highlight how these changes are affecting Air Canada’s overall financial performance.
Pipeline Companies' Earnings Reports
Lastly, two significant pipeline companies in Canada, Enbridge Inc. and TC Energy Corp., are set to release their fourth-quarter results on Friday before the market opens. Both companies are expected to discuss their ongoing operations and future plans during analyst calls. Enbridge notably announced intentions to expand its Main Line network, a crucial infrastructure that transports Alberta crude oil across Canada and into the U.S. Their financial disclosures are likely to underscore the complexities of the energy sector amid fluctuating demand and policies.
This week’s events will provide valuable insights not only into the performance of these individual companies but also into broader trends affecting the Canadian economy as it adapts to ongoing structural changes. Stakeholders from investors to consumers will benefit from closely monitoring these developments.
