The value of wholesale trade in Saskatchewan continues to grow and set new records, reaching $2.3 billion in November 2014 β the highest number ever recorded (seasonally adjusted) since Statistics Canada began collecting wholesale trade data in 1993. Β
According to the report released today, wholesale trade in November increased by 14.4 per cent compared to November 2013 (seasonally adjusted) β earning Saskatchewan second spot in percentage growth among provinces.
βThe value of wholesale trade in our province has increased for the fourth consecutive month, reaching a number that has never before been seen in Saskatchewan,β Economy Minister Bill Boyd said. Β
βThis is proof that Saskatchewanβs diverse economy remains strong and will continue to see growth in many sectors.β
According to the report, farm product wholesale saw the highest year-over-year growth on a seasonally unadjusted basis, increasing 49.6 per cent compared to November 2013.
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