Bank of Canada expectations of improvement are off base
U.S. GDP rises 1.9% in second quarter
Consumer confidence rises slightly
GST revenues down 21%
A U.S. government report showed demand for expensive goods unexpectedly rose in June, while a barometer of capital spending by businesses increased, a sign of strength for the struggling manufacturing sector.Meanwhile, U.S. new-home sales fell slightly in June, but the level of demand was higher than projected.Orders for durable goods climbed 0.8% last month to […]
Weekly jobless claims soar
Consumer spending sluggish or slowing in nearly all districts
Core rate holds steady
Core rate edges higher
Gains widespread as sales increase in 16 of 21 industries