U.S. shoppers sharply boosted spending at retailers in July
America’s consumers, the primary driver of economic growth, are still willing to spend, data show
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- August 15, 2024 August 15, 2024
- 09:42
America’s consumers, the primary driver of economic growth, are still willing to spend, data show
Claims calmed down, and their recent rise appears to be just a blip: economist
Net assets rose to $646.8 billion, up from $632.3 billion at the end of the previous quarter
Canadian boards lag their U.S. peers on racial diversity and face calls for in-person AGMs, Glass Lewis reports
Year-over-year inflation reached its lowest level in more than three years in July
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