NBF cuts outlooks for Canadian, U.S. GDP in second half
Hurricanes Katrina, Rita to carry huge price tag
- By: James Langton
- September 22, 2005 September 22, 2005
- 16:10
Hurricanes Katrina, Rita to carry huge price tag
U.S. markets post modest gains
August leading indicators slip
Slowdown in U.S. economy will curb demand
Fed likely to keep tightening
Core inflation rate edges higher
Rising gasoline prices fuel inflation
Instinet shareholders approve US$1.8 billion deal
Auto sales drive up July retail sales
First contract to be U.S. dollar
$1.6 billion surplus earmarked for debt reduction
Poll uncovers differences of opinion among U.S. and world economists
Retail sales hit record $31.3 billion
Canadian retail sales rise in July
Fed decision not unanimous
CI Financial, TSX Group plunge 11%
Says economic setback caused by Katrina will only be temporary
Consumer spending spurs growth, while manufacturing weakens
First decline in six months
North American markets are likely to rally Tuesday morning ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserves decision on interest rates as oil prices retreat.The Fed’s announcement…
Loonie hits 13-year high, closes at 85.57 U.S. cents
U.S. treasury note gains quarter point
Growing demand for derivatives as hedges
Aims to focus on core research and ratings business
Final bids due this week