Positive economic news and rising markets drive improved consumer confidence
Alberta and B.C. see the greatest growth in delinquency rates, although they are still lower than the national average
The results of the CFIB’s July poll reveal that small businesses remain in defensive mode
But prices rose in June, driven by volatility in oil prices
Energy and manufacturing sectors were the main contributors to the decline
Majority expect their businesses to do better in the next 12 months
Monthly decline less than expected
Lower gasoline prices offset higher prices for food
The Organization for Economic Development and Cooperation reports that trade flows continued to plunge in the first quarter of 2009.The OECD said that G7 exports fell 13.6% quarter over quarter, and imports were down 10.5%. Year-over-year exports dropped by 22.8% and imports fell 16.8% in the first quarter. In the United States, exports fell 11.5% […]
Sales drop in 17 of 21 manufacturing industries