Debt markets post record first quarter while U.S. leads equity-offering rebound
Environmental organizations say U.S. regulator succumbed to industry pressure
The latest figures reflected the job market’s sustained ability to withstand the 11 rate hikes imposed by the Fed
Growth has now topped 2% for six straight quarters, defying fears that high interest rates would lead to a recession
Estimate is the latest signal of strength for an economy that's blasted through recession predictions
Fiscal, monetary policy tends to ease, uncertainty rises in election years
Growth forecast revised up, rate cuts still slated for second half
Merchandise trade down for the year, services trade up
While Canada turned positive, fourth quarter GDP slowed in G7
Financial strains continue amid high rates, but recession risk receding