2025: The Year in Money (But Mostly Not Having Money) | The Walrus
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2025: The Year in Money (But Mostly Not Having Money) | The Walrus
"T his year, we've published incisive looks at some of the biggest brands in Canada. But it's hard to ignore the growing tensions around money. Some of our top stories have circled around affordability concerns, coming to grips with mind-boggling housing prices, frustrations with corporate culture, and the fact that, when it comes to the labour market, the kids are not alright."
"Here's a look at the systems shaping everything, from job interviews to the price of eggs:"
Examinations of major Canadian brands occurred alongside rising financial pressures affecting households. Affordability concerns surfaced across reporting, with many struggling under record-high housing prices and increasing everyday costs. Corporate culture frustrations emerged as employees and job seekers expressed disillusionment with workplace practices and recruitment processes. Young people faced notable difficulties in the labour market, signaling generational strains and underemployment. Systemic dynamics connect these issues, influencing outcomes from job interviews to grocery prices such as eggs. The combined effects reflect broad economic tensions shaping personal finances, housing accessibility, workplace experiences, and market pricing.
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