With headlines dominated by new tariffs, it's natural to wonder how much each state depends on international trade. More broadly, how closely is each state's economy tied to the flow of goods across U.S. borders?
Canadian home sales saw a significant decline from January to February 2025, as cautious buyers stepped back during the first full month of the ongoing trade war with the United States.
This week the U.S. imposed 25% tariffs on its North American partners after a 30-day delay, citing insufficient action against drug cartels. Canada and Mexico immediately announced retaliatory tariffs.
Based on new data from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) shows a 7.7% month-over-month increase in home sales activity through Canadian MLS Systems in October 2024, marking the highest level since April 2022.