Why Interest Rates Matter More Than Ever for Canadian Leasing Decisions Over the past few years, Canadian businesses have experienced one of the most turbulent interest-rate environments in modern history. Rapid rate hikes to control inflation were followed by the early stages of rate stabilization and expectations of future easing. For Canadian small and medium-sized […]
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada are no strangers to economic challenges. With rising trade tensions, shifting tariffs, and global supply chain disruptions, businesses must adapt quickly to stay competitive. One effective financial strategy gaining traction is equipment and vehicle leasing, which provides SMEs with flexibility, capital efficiency, and risk mitigation. At Sandhu &
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Capital Efficiency Is the New Growth Currency Canada’s small and mid-sized businesses are entering 2026 with cautious optimism.After the Bank of Canada’s October 2025 rate cut to 2.25 percent, borrowing conditions have improved — but the landscape has changed. Equipment prices remain high, credit scrutiny persists, and cash flow has become the ultimate benchmark of
A New Monetary Turning Point The Bank of Canada’s October 29 rate cut to 2.25% has begun to reshape Canada’s lending landscape. For entrepreneurs in Abbotsford, Surrey, and Edmonton, this is more than a quarter-point adjustment — it’s a signal that credit conditions are finally easing after nearly two years of tight margins. With GDP
As the Bank of Canada’s September 2025 rate cut settles in, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across British Columbia and Alberta are moving decisively to capitalize on favorable borrowing conditions. After years of volatility and higher capital costs, the new 2.5% policy rate has opened the door for forward-looking businesses to rethink how they acquire
The final quarter of 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most strategic periods for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in British Columbia and Alberta. With the Bank of Canada lowering its policy rate to 2.5% in September, financing conditions have become more favourable, sparking renewed momentum in equipment and fleet leasing across
The Final Quarter Rush: What’s Driving Early Equipment Financing in 2025? Across British Columbia and Alberta, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are making decisive moves ahead of Q4. Instead of waiting until the end of the year, many businesses are securing equipment leases and financing early. And it’s not just about getting ahead—it’s about gaining
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Following the Bank of Canada’s recent decision to reduce the overnight rate to 2.5%, businesses across Abbotsford, Surrey, Greater Vancouver, and Alberta are recalibrating how they finance essential equipment. This rate drop is more than a policy shift—it’s a signal that now may be one of the most cost-effective times in recent memory to explore
With clean energy regulations tightening and green incentives expanding across British Columbia and Alberta, many business owners are reconsidering how they finance new equipment. From transport firms in Surrey to construction crews in Abbotsford and agricultural operations across Edmonton, the rise of clean equipment rebates and tax programs has made one thing clear: Leasing is
As Q4 approaches, Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are gearing up for one of the busiest and most financially sensitive quarters of the year. Seasonal surges in transportation, construction, agriculture, and related sectors can bring tremendous opportunity—but also significant risk if equipment readiness and financing strategies aren’t aligned. From Abbotsford to Edmonton, businesses that
