Economic Indicators

Jobless benefit claims rise: StatsCan

After six months of stability, claims rose in May

By James Langton |July 18, 2024

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More Americans apply for jobless benefits amid layoffs

While the U.S. labour market remains historically healthy, recent data suggest some weakening

By Matt Ott, The Associated Press |July 18, 2024

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U.S. retail sales unchanged in June

Report comes amid upheaval in retail landscape

By Anne D'innocenzio, The Associated Press |July 16, 2024

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Brighter outlook for China and India but tepid global growth: IMF

Progress against accelerating prices has been slowed by stickier-than-expected inflation for services

By Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press |July 16, 2024

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