Global trading activity up in first half: WFE
Market cap rose, alongside trading volume and value, group reports
- By: James Langton
- August 13, 2024 August 13, 2024
- 15:16
The wholesale figures reflect a broad, steady slowdown in price increases
Per capita income growth rose in Q1, outpaced GDP
Consumers increasingly seeking cheaper alternatives, bargains or avoiding items they deem too expensive
Jobless rate held steady at 6.4% last month as economy shed 2,800 jobs: StatCan
It's the lowest level in more than a year
Internal review, external assessment slated to be published toward end of 2024
It's the first snapshot of the U.S. labour market since last week’s disappointing jobs data for July
Weak market signals disinflation, need for more rate cuts, company report says
Rents for residential properties in July averaged $2,201 per month, up 5.9% from last year
Exchange aims to boost corporate services with deal
Imports also climb as trade with other Asian countries improves
Rebalancing, realistic projections are key
Market reaction to geopolitical events often proves overblown
Price pressures continue pullback, led by energy
Exports of crude oil, gold rose sharply
Economist warns people to be 'prudent' about any rebound in market activity
Natural resources accounted for largest share of GDP in a decade
And Calgary home sales dropped 10% year over year