Economic Indicators

Time to question retirement rules

While Canada may not be facing a benefit crisis like many European nations, its rules on retirement should be updated to reflect how most people live and work, says the Canadian Institute of Actuaries.

By Staff |November 1, 2013

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Frugal retirement, rich life

Some seniors have thrown all the stereotypes about retirement—sandy beaches, shuffleboard and slow living—out the window.

By Staff |November 1, 2013

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Manufacturing grows at fastest pace in 2.5 years

October was a good month for Canada's manufacturing sector as it grew at the fastest pace for two-and-a-half years, finds the RBC Canadian Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index.

By Staff |November 1, 2013

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Disappointing Canadian exports will lift next year

The Canadian economy has been slacking this year and exports are big reason why, says RBC Economics in a new research note.

By Staff |November 1, 2013

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