MNP Debt

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The latest MNP Consumer Debt Index has remained stable at 88 points this quarter. However, nearly two-thirds of Canadians say they desperately need interest rates to go down.

MNP Consumer Debt Index holds steady following two interest rate pauses as Canadians brace for ongoing economic uncertainty Younger adults and lower-income households are most likely to report stress, stalled life plans, and living paycheque to paycheque.

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Nearly half of Nova Scotians fear rising interest rates could push them toward Bankruptcy (48%), up six points from last quarter according to the latest MNP Consumer Debt Index.

MNP Consumer Debt Index shows Nova Scotians are bracing for a challenging 2026 Atlantic Canadians are bracing for rising financial challenges in 2026, with nearly seven in 10 (68%) expecting the cost of living to worsen.