Canadian Business Travel to Boom in 2024
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Canadian business travel is expected to grow robustly in 2024, outpacing global and U.S. rates, with increased spending and trip frequency despite financial challenges.
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Business travel in Canada is poised for a strong, evolving future, according to the takeaways and forecasts unveiled during the Global Business Travel Association Canada Conference 2024. GBTA released the Canada-specific forecast from its Business Travel Index Outlook report along with other research highlights, insights and trends ahead for the industry. For 2024, GBTA forecasts indicate Canadian business travel spending is anticipated to reach $25.9 billion USD, representing annual growth of 13.5%, outpacing both global (11.8%) and United States (9.2%) growth forecasts.
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