Economic Indicators

Oil prices heading for another slide?

Concerns about oversupply pushed down U.S. crude prices to US$42.86 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange.

July 26, 2016

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Just 21% of accountants positive on economy

A 21% minority of senior accountants are optimistic about the Canadian economy, according to a survey by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada.

By Staff |July 26, 2016

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U.S. slowdown will weigh on Canadian growth

The Composite Leading Index inched down 0.2 points in May, its first decrease in three months.

By Staff |July 25, 2016

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Consumer spending up 5.53% in Q2

Consumer spending in Canada grew by 5.53% in the second quarter of 2016 on a year-over-year basis, according to a report by Moneris Solutions Corporation. The second quarter of 2015 posted an increase of 6.08%. “We continue to see consistent, healthy growth, but it is important to continue monitoring contributing factors like consumer confidence, the […]

By Staff |July 19, 2016

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