Economic Indicators

Ontario set for years of post-pandemic deficits without new policy: FAO

Report highlights need for “significant” changes to spending or revenue

By Shawn Jeffords, The Canadian Press |February 11, 2021

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Powell stresses commitment to full employment and low rates

Least advantaged households have been most affected by job losses, the Fed chair said

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |February 10, 2021

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U.S. consumer prices rise 0.3% in January

Energy costs drove the increase

By Martin Crutsinger, The Associated Press |February 10, 2021

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Debt downgrade threat diminished: Fitch

Stronger balance sheets and commodity prices limit the risk of companies dropping to junk

By James Langton |February 9, 2021

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