Provincial economic analysis
Our economists take a closer look at provincial economies. Track regional economic activity, the housing market and economic trends.
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Regional Economic Studies
Overview of economic activity in Quebec’s administrative regions: labour and housing markets, investment, personal income, etc. Comparison with Quebec economic trends and short-term outlook.
One annual publication for each region
Desjardins Affordability Index
Our index measures the ability of households to purchase a home and assume the related costs. It also helps assess the risks weighing on the housing market and anticipate major variations in residential prices.
The index is calculated for:
- Canada, Quebec and Ontario
- Metropolitan areas in Quebec and Ontario
- Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver and Winnipeg
Published every 6 months
Spotlight on Housing
Our economists present the highlights of the residential sector in Quebec.
Published 4 to 6 times a year
Desjardins Leading Index
Use this composite index to monitor shifts in Quebec's economy that may indicate an imminent recession or recovery.
Published monthly
Economic News
Brief analyses of key economic statistics.
Published a few times a month
Perspective
Sector-based analyses of economic activity in Quebec.
Published a few times a year
Economic Viewpoint
Monitoring the economy and interpreting the news.
Published weekly
Our publications
Publications 111 to 120 of 218
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Topic: Perspective The Wood Processing Industry: Walking a Tightrope October 29, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Quebec’s Non-residential Real Estate Market: The Extent of the COVID-19 Jolt October 15, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Overview of Quebec’s Manufacturing Regions for 2020–2021 October 7, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Desjardins Leading Index: A Better Tool for Predicting Quebec’s Economic Cycles September 30, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Quebec and Its Regions Evolution, Comparisons and Experiences Abroad (Part 3) September 25, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Overview of Quebec’s Resource Regions for 2020–2021 September 23, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Quebec Exports: Does Technology Have a Bigger Role? September 10, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Economic Overview of Quebec’s Regions in 2020 and 2021 September 3, 2020
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Topic: Perspective Machinery Manufacturing: At the Centre of the Economy August 24, 2020
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Topic: Economic Viewpoint Quebec and Its Regions: Evolution, Comparisons and Experiences Abroad (Part 2) June 23, 2020
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Forecasts
Our economists analyze the markets and share their economic forecasts.
News and financial markets
Find out all about market trends, central bank monetary policies and economic news.
Government budgets
Review federal and provincial budget highlights.