Advanced economies’ equity markets are looking more expensive than those in emerging markets
Firms' sales growth expectations for the next 12 months have improved modestly from a weak level in the July edition of the quarterly poll
The Canadian dollar rose against the U.S. dollar, U.K. pound and the euro, during the quarter
Gains in the non-residential sector offset a drop in residential permits, StatsCan says
Sales were up in four provinces, led by Ontario
Businesses outside affected commodity industries and in the service sectors are more optimistic about the coming year
A drop in auto sales was a slight disappointment
May’s Alberta forest fires are expected to be a significant drag on the economy in the second quarter
The automotive consulting firm says monthly sales of cars and light trucks topped 200,000
Fredericton ranked as the most cost-effective city in Canada