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25.09.202615:00:00UTC+00Canada’s Budget Gap Widens Sharply in July, Deepening to C$5.14 Billion

Canada’s federal budget balance deteriorated significantly in July 2026, with the deficit widening to C$5.14 billion, according to data updated on 25 September 2026. This marks a steep reversal from June 2026, when the shortfall stood at a comparatively modest C$0.37 billion.

The July figure, viewed on a year-over-year basis, indicates a much weaker fiscal position compared with the same month a year earlier, underscoring rising pressure on public finances. The comparison framework shows that the “actual” July 2026 reading is evaluated against July of the previous year, while the “previous” June 2026 figure was assessed against June of its prior year, highlighting a clear deterioration in monthly fiscal performance as the summer progressed.

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