U.S. trade gap shrinks as lower greenback boosts exports
Boardroom optimism about the economy plunges
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