Economic Indicators

Consumer spending flat for second consecutive quarter

Canadian consumer spending remained flat for the second consecutive quarter of 2014.

By Staff |July 16, 2014

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Canadians question effectiveness of insurance

Canadians aren’t convinced that their life insurance policies will be there for them in times of need, says a BMO Insurance survey.

By Staff |July 16, 2014

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Canada’s manufacturing beats expectations

Statistics Canada says manufacturing sales rose 1.6% in May to $51.6 billion, the fourth increase in five months.

By Staff, with files from The Canadian Press |July 16, 2014

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U.S. retailers expect sales to rise

U.S. retail sales rose 0.2% in June, following a revised 0.5% increase in the prior month, finds a CIBC report.

July 15, 2014

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