加拿大整体CPI跌至1.7%，但核心指标有所上升

Core Insights - Canada's overall CPI decreased to 1.7% in April from 2.3% in March, primarily due to a 12.7% drop in overall energy prices following the removal of the federal consumer carbon tax [1] - However, two of the three core inflation indicators closely monitored by the Bank of Canada reached a 13-month high, indicating potential price pressures [1] - The Bank of Canada had previously forecasted that overall inflation data would drop to around 1.5% due to the removal of the carbon tax and falling crude oil prices [1] Inflation Details - Gasoline prices fell by 18.1% year-over-year in April, while natural gas prices decreased by 14.1% [1] - Consumer spending on grocery items increased by 3.8% compared to the same period last year, up from 3.2% in March [1] - Travel prices rose by 6.7% year-over-year in April [1] - Month-over-month, the inflation rate decreased by 0.1%, slightly better than analysts' predictions of a 0.2% decline [1]