Consumer confidence holds steady as home-price expectations weaken

Canadian consumer confidence remained steady, with the index slightly rising to 51.80 but below the level from four weeks ago. Expectations for home prices dropped, with only 32.67% expecting property values to rise, down from 38.05%. Economic outlook weakened, with 41.21% anticipating a weaker economy. However, personal finance and job security perceptions improved, with nearly 62% feeling secure in their employment.