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Private equity firms are acquiring businesses in Canada's disaster economy, a sector characterized as recession-proof.

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Who
Private equity firms
What
Private equity firms are acquiring businesses in Canada's disaster economy, a sector characterized as recession-proof.
When
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT · 3h 19m ago
Where
Canada ·
Why
Natural disasters and personal emergencies represent a growth industry where consumers have limited alternatives.
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Consumers in Canada are expected to suffer as private equity firms acquire businesses in the disaster economy, a sector that offers few alternatives for consumers facing emergencies.

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